Yi I lived from 1536 to 1584 and was a Korean philosopher, writer and Confucian scholar of the Joseon period, often referred to by his art name Yulgok, meaning Chestnut Valley; he was also a politician and was the academic successor of Cho Kwangjo.
Facts
Defining MomentSecluded himself in Kumgang san for three years to study Buddhism after his mother's death at age 16 1 Notable PublicationThe Secret of Expelling Ignorance (Gyeongmong Yogyeol) 1 BirthplaceGangneung, Gangwon Province 1 TraditionConfucian scholar of the Joseon period 1 In the Other Atlases
- Also in Geography Atlas: South Korea, originated there.
Sources
1. Yi I - Wikipedia
Biography section, birth
Yi was born in Gangneung, Gangwon Province in 1536
Biography section, birthplace
Yi was born in Gangneung, Gangwon Province in 1536
Biography section, death
He left office in 1583 and died the following year.
Opening paragraph
Yi was a Korean philosopher, writer, and Confucian scholar of the Joseon period
Biography section, seclusion
Yi secluded himself in Kumgang-san following his mother's death when he was 16 and stayed for 3 years, studying Buddhism
Selected works section
The Secret of Expelling Ignorance, Systematic guide of learning
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