Sukjong of Joseon

GPTKB entity

Statements (66)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Monarch
gptkbp:bfsLayer 3
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Monarch
gptkbp:birth_date 1661-02-06
gptkbp:death_date 1720-07-12
gptkbp:dynasty gptkb:Joseon_Dynasty
gptkbp:father gptkb:Hyojong_of_Joseon
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Sukjong of Joseon
gptkbp:known_for gptkb:Cultural_flourishing
gptkbp:mother gptkb:Queen_Inseon
gptkbp:notable_event Promotion of Confucianism
Development of Korean literature
Promotion of education reforms
Reforms in military organization
Support for the arts and culture
Strengthening of royal authority
Promotion of environmental conservation efforts
Crisis management during famine
Encouragement of historical writing
Encouragement of agricultural innovations
Promotion of scientific advancements
Encouragement of international trade relations
Promotion of cultural exchanges with neighboring countries
Establishment of the Royal Library
Implementation of land reforms
Involvement in the establishment of public works projects
Increased taxation policies
Promotion of the study of history and archaeology
Establishment of the Hall of Worthies
Promotion of traditional Korean medicine
Involvement in the establishment of public health initiatives
Construction of the Gyeongbokgung Palace
Crown Prince Sado incident
Cultural flourishing during reign
Establishment of the National Confucian Academy
Expansion of trade with Japan
Increased diplomatic relations with Qing Dynasty
Involvement in the Donghak Peasant Revolution
Promotion of Korean architecture
Promotion of Korean folklore and traditions
Promotion of the Korean language and literature
Promotion of the study of ethics and morality
Promotion of women's rights in the royal court
Involvement in the establishment of Confucian academies
Support for the development of Korean calligraphy
Support for the development of Korean ceramics
Support for the development of Korean cuisine
Support for the development of Korean dance.
Support for the development of Korean music
Support for the development of Korean painting
Support for the development of Korean philosophy
Support for the development of Korean sculpture
Support for the development of Korean textiles
Support for the development of Korean theater
Support for the development of Korean sports and games
Involvement in the construction of irrigation systems
Encouragement of the study of astronomy and geography
gptkbp:predecessor gptkb:Hyojong_of_Joseon
gptkbp:reign_end 1674-1720
gptkbp:spouse gptkb:Queen_Myeongseong
gptkb:Queen_Inwon
gptkb:Queen_Seonui
gptkb:Royal_Noble_Consort_Gyeong
gptkb:Royal_Noble_Consort_Jeong
gptkb:Royal_Noble_Consort_Suk
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Gyeongjong_of_Joseon