Jeongjong, 10th monarch of Goryeo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Jeongjong of Goryeo고려 정종 高麗 靖宗 |
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| King of Goryeo | |||||||||
| Reign | 1034–1046 | ||||||||
| Coronation | 1034 Junggwang Hall, Gaegyeong, Goryeo |
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| Predecessor | Deokjong of Goryeo | ||||||||
| Successor | Munjong of Goryeo | ||||||||
| Born | Wang Hyŏng 31 August 1018 Yeongyeong Palace, Gaegyeong, Goryeo |
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| Died | 24 June 1046 (aged 27) Beopun Temple, Gaegyeong, Goryeo |
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| Burial | Jureung (주릉, 周陵) | ||||||||
| Queen Consort |
Queen Yongsin
(before 1035)Queen Yongui
(m. 1038)Queen Yongmok |
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| Consort |
Princess Yeonheung
(m. 1040–1046)Princess Yeonchang |
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| House | Wang | ||||||||
| Dynasty | Goryeo | ||||||||
| Father | Hyeonjong of Goryeo | ||||||||
| Mother | Queen Wonseong | ||||||||
| Korean name | |
| Hangul |
정종
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| Hanja | |
| Revised Romanization | Jeongjong |
| McCune–Reischauer | Chŏngjong |
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왕형
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| Hanja | |
| Revised Romanization | Wang Hyeong |
| McCune–Reischauer | Wang Hyŏng |
| Courtesy name | |
| Hangul |
신조
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| Hanja | |
| Revised Romanization | Sinjo |
| McCune–Reischauer | Sinjo |
| Posthumous name | |
| Hangul |
용혜대왕
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| Hanja | |
| Revised Romanization | Yonghye Daewang |
| McCune–Reischauer | Yonghye Taewang |
Jeongjong of Goryeo (born August 31, 1018 – died June 24, 1046) was an important king of the Goryeo dynasty in Korea. His personal name was Wang Hyŏng. He was the 10th king of Goryeo.
Jeongjong was the second son of King Hyeonjong. He was also the younger brother of King Deokjong. When he was just four years old in 1022, he received a high-ranking position called Naesaryeong. He was also given the title of Prince of Pyongyang.
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Jeongjong: A King Who Protected His Kingdom
King Jeongjong cared a lot about keeping his country safe. He worked hard to protect Goryeo from invaders.
Building Strong Defenses
Right after he became king, Jeongjong started building strong fortresses. These forts were built along the northern border of Goryeo. This was to defend against attacks from other kingdoms. In 1037, the Liao dynasty tried to invade Goryeo. But Jeongjong's efforts helped protect the land.
A huge wall was also built across northern Korea. This wall was called the Cheolli Jangseong. It was finished in 1044 during Jeongjong's reign. This massive wall was a big step in Goryeo's defense.
Supporting the Army
Jeongjong also made sure his soldiers were well taken care of. In 1036, he gave land to soldiers who were poor. This helped them and their families. It also made the army stronger and more loyal.
A New Law for Future Kings
Just before he passed away in 1046, King Jeongjong made an important law. This law was about who would become king next. It was called primogeniture. This meant that the oldest son would always become king. This helped make sure the transfer of power was smooth.
See also
- List of Korean monarchs
- List of Goryeo people
- Jeongjong, 3rd Monarch of Goryeo
