ISSN : 0023-3900
This article examines the ojadeung gwaja program of the Joseon dynasty, which institutionalized rewards for families with five sons who passed the civil service examinations. Rooted in Confucian values, this unique reward system, unlike similar achievements in China, emphasized the role of family education in fostering academic excellence. By analyzing historical records, this study explores how the program developed, highlighting its significance in promoting learning and virtue in Korean society. The research also compares similar Chinese traditions, offering a nuanced understanding of the cultural and educational context of both regions.
This article examines the ojadeung gwaja program of the Joseon dynasty, which institutionalized rewards for families with five sons who passed the civil service examinations. Rooted in Confucian values, this unique reward system, unlike similar achievements in China, emphasized the role of family education in fostering academic excellence. By analyzing historical records, this study explores how the program developed, highlighting its significance in promoting learning and virtue in Korean society. The research also compares similar Chinese traditions, offering a nuanced understanding of the cultural and educational context of both regions.