Kim Seok-ju facts for kids
- In this Korean name, the family name is Kim.
Kim Seok-ju (김석주, 金錫冑, 1634 – September 20 1684) was an important person in Korea during the Joseon Dynasty. He was a smart Confucian scholar, a talented writer, and a powerful politician. He was also related to the royal family: he was the older cousin of Queen Myungsung and a cousin to the 19th king, Sukjong. His special pen name was Shigam (식암, 息庵), and his Chinese style name was Sabaik (사백, 斯百).
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A Life of Learning and Leadership
Kim Seok-ju lived during a time of great change in Korea. He was known for his deep understanding of Confucianism, which was a major system of thought and ethics in Joseon Korea. Confucian scholars studied classic texts and aimed to live by strong moral principles. They often served in government.
His Important Writings
Kim Seok-ju was a very active writer. He wrote many books that shared his thoughts and knowledge. These books are still studied today to understand the history and ideas of his time. Some of his well-known works include:
- 'Shikamjip' (식암집, 息庵集) - This was a collection of his writings.
- 'Beolgo' (별고)
- 'Haedongsabu' (해동사부, 海東辭賦) - This book contained his poems and essays.
- 'Shikamyugo' (식암유고, 息菴遺稿)
- 'Hanggunsooji' (행군수지, 行軍須知) - This might have been a guide for military movements.
- 'Gomunbaiksun' (고문백선, 古文白選)
- 'Hangoojasu' (한구자수, 韓構字藪)
- 'Chunsojhajipseomun' (춘소자집 서문, 春沼子集 序文)
Serving as Prime Minister
Kim Seok-ju also had a very important role in the government. He served as the Prime minister of the Joseon Dynasty. The Prime Minister was the highest official in the government, helping the king rule the country. He held this powerful position in 1680 and again in 1683. This shows how much trust and respect he earned from the king and other officials.
People Connected to Kim Seok-ju
Here are some other important figures from the Joseon Dynasty who were connected to Kim Seok-ju:
- Kim Yuk
- Kim Ikhun
- Song Siyeol
- Song Jun-gil
