Korea at a Crossroads
“Korean identity, originating in the Dangun founding story and the Hongik Ingan ideal, and forged through harsh historical experience, is inseparable from Korea’s destiny.” It is imperative that the recent populist protests not become just for the sake of change, but be the start of a national movement rooted in an enduring vision, time-tested principles and shared values.
All Lights Village Project Serves Humanity
“I wish my nation would be a nation that doesn’t just imitate others, but rather, be a nation that is the source of a new and higher culture. And thus true world peace would come from our nation. I wish peace would be achieved in our nation and from there to the...
Omotenashi: Peace in Action
“Omotenashi” has recently received a lot of attention as Japan prepares for the 2020 Olympics. Although recognized globally for it’s impressive standard of service, the spirit of omotenashi is not actually unique to Japan. Throughout 5,000 years of the...
The Spirit of Tae Kwon Do
The Spirit of Tae Kwon Do A dozen children clad in white uniforms form orderly lines as they practice the front kick. Master Cho, with an ever-present grin, paces back and forth, correcting his students. This small dojang, or practice hall, located in western United...