#Saimdang

[arinewman7]

Lady Shin Saimdang

Yi Yong-u

Ink and color on silk

[abwwia]

Shin Saimdang (Korean artist, writer, calligraphist, and poet) 1504 - 1551

Korean: 申師任堂

Eggplants and a Grasshopper, s.d.

paper on foldingscreen

National Museum of Korea, Seoul, Republic of Korea

© photo National Museum of Korea, Seoul

Via Female Artists in History

[thequietabsolute]

Shin Saimdang // Picture of Insects and Grass No. 2

Korean artist, known for her writing, calligraphy and poetry; she lived during the Joseon period, 16th century.

[wannaeatramyeon]

Word quantity: high. Word quality: low. You have been warned.

Goo Kim x Reader: School Days with Princess & the Delinquent

Chapter 9 - Please read chapter 1 first!

Index: Chapter 1 | Chapter 2 | Chapter 3 | Chapter 4 | Chapter 5 | Chapter 6 | Chapter 7 | Chapter 8 | Chapter 9 | Chapter 10 | Epilogue

Shin Saimdang is apparently a notable historical figure for something or another. 

Fact of the matter is, Goo doesn’t care. He couldn’t give a shit about her achievements and who she is. But he just wants to keep seeing her face all day, every day. The more of her the better.

Goo holds the 50,000 won note up to the sunlight, admiring the way it halos this Saimdang woman. Bringing it up to his lips, he presses a loud smooch to the 50,000 unmissable in the bottom left corner and then to her face printed in all its black and white glory. 

Maybe he’ll do the same to the wad of bills sitting in his pocket later.

“This could be you and I’d still kiss it,” Goo grins, wiggling his eyebrows and nudging Gun Park with his elbow.

“Shut up.” 

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It is oft repeated for good reason, but here it comes again: Goo Kim fucking loves money.

Lives and breathes it. There’s very little he would not do to get his grubby little mitts on some.

That’s not to say Goo is not loyal. Of course he is, his loyalty just goes to the highest bidder.

And boy has Charles Choi gone all in with Goo, almost guaranteeing him a lifetime of luxuries and finer things in exchange for him getting some blood on his hands. That's fine with Goo, he is absolutely rolling in it with the Four Crews and his position in HNH.

Even having a partner like Gun Park is worth it for the bed of cash he sleeps on, his penthouse he lives in.

What can he say, he’s not a complicated guy. All his dreams have come true.  So what if he needs to sacrifice his morals and ethics?

How does he sleep at night? On a handmade imported mattress and 2000 thread count sheets, thanks for asking.

He can picture his younger self, a little Goo Kim with his head full of natural black hair overgrown and ungroomed, wearing threadbare brandless scraps. Squinting and clumsily bumping in life until he saved and scraped enough for his first pair of glasses.

Goo wishes he could give this version of him a little assuring pat on the head to say there’s a lot of good things to come. And then probably kick his ass for getting dirt on his designer suit.

Later that evening, when Goo sinks into the obscenely oversized bathtub of the presidential suite, listening to Gun Park mutter to himself as he recounts the bags of cash, he thinks:

‘This is it. This is everything I need.’

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But every now and then, a memory, clear as day, causes him to stop in his tracks.

Someone’s hair, who is just the right tone, catches his eyes.

A laugh, that is almost but not quite, turns his head.

Goo is still as two faced as ever. Happy to utter flatteries to someone’s face then stab them in the back.

Sweetheart, cupcake, handsome, beautiful, cutie flows from his lips like it’s nothing. Because it means nothing.

Yet he can’t bring himself to call anyone else Princess.

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“What’s wrong with you?” Gun’s voice cuts through the blonde’s pensiveness.

Playing the role of bodyguards and with a little time to kill as they wait for Crystal (which in all honesty is a waste of Goo’s amazing talents but he doesn’t mind, he gets paid all the same), they both sit outside a cafe. Gun, occupied with his phone and Goo, occupied with his thoughts.

Goo snaps his mask back on, pasting on a smile that is pulled too wide, “Wouldn’t you like to find out?”

“If it’s about that girl,” Gun returns his attention to his screen, “Get over it.”

The directness of Gun’s words catch him off guard. It cuts him straight to the core. Has he been that obvious? 

Goo swallows down any misgivings, instead stretching his grin impossibly wider and looking unhinged. A clear warning sign as any. “There’s no girl.”

Gun peers over to his partner, arching a single eyebrow and not saying anything more.

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Another day, another dollar. Or another boring-ass corporate event.

Charles seems to be having the time of his life, mingling and schmoozing with some old corporate fuddy-duddies.

Goo thought it was surprising getting the CEO of HNH to some shitty little ribbon-cutting ceremony at a shopping mall, but apparently it’s something of a big deal; celebrating a new store opening of a very prestigious partner of HNH.

(Gun was sorely tempted to beat this fact into his thick skull. Clearly the four other times he had explained this to the blonde didn’t sink in.)

Alas, they are finally here. And it’s every bit as boring as Goo had thought it would be. He lets out a yawn, not bothering to cover his gaping mouth, which earns a glare from Gun and Crystal.

Goo nods his head towards the bathroom, signalling to his partner that he’s off for a comfort break.

Gun frowns, as if to say 'Don’t you dare leave. We’re on duty.'

Goo volleys with a smirk that communicates his response loud and clear. 'What? So you want me to piss all over the floor?'

Gun grunts in displeasure, giving a little shake off his head. 'Go. You’ve won this one.'

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At the disappearance of Goo, your other friends start to reappear. 

Really, you couldn’t blame them for holding you at arm’s length. You probably would have done the same looking in from the outside, if they had chosen to spend all their time with a delinquent too.

And they really have been sweet since they’ve been back, noticing your heartache and the constant cloud hanging over your head.

In an attempt to get you out of your funk, they’ve dragged you, kicking and screaming, on a day out. It should cheer you up as you wander store to store, hearing their laughter and banter again, offering to buy you little gifts as a pick-me-up.

It doesn’t work.

It actually does the opposite as you start to shrink in on yourself, guilty that you’re ruining what should be a very pleasant trip.

“What’s going on there?” One of your friends point out, and you don’t have the energy to care.

“That’s the big boss of HNH!” Another one chimes in, and they ooh and aah wondering if they should approach and ask for an internship.

You continue wandering on, leaving your friend group to debate the merits of that approach. Whether they’ll get tackled by security or lauded for their initiative.

As you move further and further away, you can’t help but feel eyes burning into the back of your head. 

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Gun watches you leave. He stays quiet when Goo returns.

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In time, you begin to feel more like yourself.

The worry turns to anger and finally fizzles out to acceptance.

You try to move on but don’t forget Goo Kim. How can anyone truly forget Goo Kim, that whirlwind of a human being?

He entered your life, left behind a shine, and now has disappeared as mysteriously as he appeared.

You miss him in ways you didn’t know possible.

He haunts your days and nights. 

You dream of bleached hair, sharp eyes behind glasses, and a sardonic smile.

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You’re back at the top of the class again with your grades, though inside you miss being second best.

Exams come and go. 

You do well.

With your results, your first choice university accepts you with a full scholarship.

You look forward to the future yet everything feels hollow without that presence in your life.

It pains you to even say his name.

[koreaguides]

History of Korean Currencies

Who are the people on Korean bill? 

50,000 Bill 

The woman on the bill is Shin Saimdang of the Joseon era. Due to her filial devotion to her parents and love for children, Shin Saimdang has been held up as a model of Confucian ideals. 

Before the 50,000 note was released in 2009, the 10,000 won notes was the highest denomination in South Korea. 

10,000 Bill 

The person portrayed on the green 10,000 won bill is Sejeong the Greatm the famous king of Joseon. 

King Joseon is credited with establishing much of what we think of as Korean culture, and he also created the Korean alphabet, hangul. 

5,000 Bill 

The person printed on the organ 5,000 won bill is the son of Shin Saimdang who we saw earlier on the 50,000 won bill. 

Yi I was a Korean philosopher who had a huge influence on Confucianism and philosophy in Korea. 

1,000 Bill 

The star of the blue 1,000 won bill is the Confucian scholar Yi Hwang. He was one of the two most prominent scholars of the Joseon dynasty, the other being Yi I. 

Yi Hwang was a master of calligraphy band poetry, and was known as a scholar who wasn’t concerned with either money or status. 

500 coin 

The 500 won coin in circulation today made its appearance at the beginning of the 1980s. Actually, 500 bills were printed until May 12, 1993, but it slowly disappeared. 

The old 500 won note feature admiral Yi Sun-Sin of Joseon Korea. 

100 Coin 

The Korean hero, Yi Sun-shin (previously found on the old 500 won bill), is depicted on the 100 won coin which is in circulation today. 

Bills were printed for the 100 won denomination until December 1, 1980. 

50 Coin 

A stalk of rice is printed on the current and the previous series of the 50 won coin. 

500 won was printed as a bill until 1973. However, the 5,000 won bill had been introduced the previous year, and this was the beginning of inflation which saw both bill denominations and market prices rise. 

The values of Korean money had fluctuated a lot throughout history, but after introducing a stronger monetary policy in 1962, it finally began to stabilize. 

10 Coin 

10-won coin has through several series had the Dabotap Pagoda printed on it. The original red-brown color was changed to more a yellow nuance in 1983. 

However, the cost of minting this version was too high, so they changed the color again in 2006 to a light brown. Because of their low value, 10-won coins are not that frequently used. 

5 & 1 Coin 

The 5-won and 1-won coins share a lot of history. 

With economic development, inflation, and the introduction of higher denominations, the cost of producing lesser coins came to exceed the face value of the coins. 

In the 60s, both 5-won and 1-won were also found as bills, but you can’t buy anything with a 1 coin these days. 

[fansof-heo]

Have you seen Saimdang, Light's Diary?

Yes I have

[auroraborealis22]

Saimdang Shin, Grass and Insects, 16th century

[everythingbap]

🎤 TheSTAR: B.A.P Daehyun, “Shin Saimdang is my ideal woman”

Debuted with ‘WARRIOR’ that stirred the music industry is super rookie B.A.P’s Daehyun who is in-charge of being the main vocal hitting the high notes.

His ideal woman is said to be Shin Saimdang. Someone who is has skill in both education as well as performing arts is his type of ideal woman. Has a habit of ‘Licking his lips’. Already learning to attract and gain fans?

Different Star Stories ‘TheSTAR’ will reveal the six member talented boy group B.A.P’s HD interview on the 18th along with surprised such as, a self-signed of their 1st single album(6 people) and polaroid photo (6 people), B.A.P engraved logo Galaxy case (6 people) opened with commenting event with the interview. Duration from the 18th until 2nd of March, the announcement will be on March 5th.

[idolskpop]

How can Lee Young Ae support a tyrant who oppressed and tortured people? She should stick to acting and stay away from politics. #LeeYoungAe #RheeSyngman #Disappointed

Lee Young Ae, one of the most respected actresses in South Korea, has stirred up a controversy after donating a large sum of money to a memorial foundation of a former president who is widely criticized for his authoritarian rule and human rights violations. The actress defended her action by saying that she wanted to honor the leader’s contribution to the country’s freedom and democracy, but many netizens and fans expressed their disappointment and anger at her political stance.

Who is Lee Young Ae?

Lee Young Ae is a veteran actress who rose to fame with her roles in historical dramas such as Dae Jang Geum and Saimdang, Memoir of Colors. She is known for her elegant and graceful image, as well as her versatile acting skills. She has also starred in movies such as Sympathy for Lady Vengeance and Bring Me Home.

(Photo : KissAsian) Lee Young Ae has been praised for her philanthropic activities, such as donating to various causes and supporting underprivileged children. She is also a goodwill ambassador for UNICEF and UNESCO. She has been married to a businessman since 2009 and has two children.

What did Lee Young Ae do?

On October 3, 2023, it was reported that Lee Young Ae had donated 50 million KRW (about 37,000 USD) to the construction of the Presidential Memorial of Rhee Syngman, the first President of South Korea from 1948 to 1960. Rhee Syngman is regarded as a founding father of the Republic of Korea, but he is also accused of being a dictator who oppressed his political opponents, rigged elections, and violated human rights.

(Photo : Twitter) In a letter addressed to the foundation, Lee Young Ae wrote: I sincerely respect President Rhee Syngman, who laid the foundation for freedom and democracy in South Korea. He protected our country from the North Korean invasion with his strong leadership and patriotism. I hope that his spirit will be remembered by future generations. She also added: I am not trying to cover up the mistakes that he made in history. The mistakes will remain mistakes in history. But if we live without hate while looking at their contributions to the country, we can live in a more peaceful country.

(Photo : Lee Young Ae Official Instagram) Lee Young Ae also revealed that she had sponsored the memorial foundations of other former presidents, such as Park Chung Hee, Kim Young Sam, Kim Dae Jung, and Roh Moo Hyun.

(Photo : News 1 Korea)

How did people react?

Lee Young Ae’s donation and letter sparked mixed reactions from the public. Some people praised her for her generosity and patriotism, while others criticized her for her ignorance and bias. Some of the comments are: “She is a great actress and a great person. She respects the history and the leaders who sacrificed for our country. She is not blinded by ideology or prejudice.” “She is so disappointing. How can she support a dictator who killed and tortured innocent people? She is living in a fantasy world where she thinks that he was a hero. She should learn more about the truth and apologize.” “She has the right to express her opinion and donate her money to whoever she wants. It’s her personal choice and freedom. We should respect that and not judge her based on her political views.” “She is so naive and clueless. She doesn’t know anything about politics or history. She only cares about her image and popularity. She should stay away from controversial issues and focus on acting.” Some fans also expressed their disappointment and sadness at Lee Young Ae’s decision, saying that they had lost respect for her as an actress and a role model.

What is Lee Young Ae’s next project?

Despite the controversy, Lee Young Ae is set to return to the small screen with a new drama titled Maestra, which will air on tvN in December 2023. The drama is a thriller that revolves around a female orchestra conductor who hides her dark secrets behind her passionate and bold personality. She becomes involved in mysterious incidents that happen within the orchestra.

(Photo : Lee Young Ae Official Instagram) Lee Young Ae will play the main character, who is described as a genius musician with charisma and talent. She will showcase her musical skills and emotional acting in the drama, which is expected to be another hit for the actress. Subscribe to IDOLS KPOP for exclusive updates and captivating content. Read the full article

[dan6085]

Here are the top 20 places to visit in Korea, including both South Korea and North Korea. These places offer a mix of historical sites, natural wonders, and modern attractions.

1. **Seoul** - The vibrant capital of South Korea, Seoul is home to numerous landmarks, including Gyeongbokgung Palace, N Seoul Tower, and the traditional Bukchon Hanok Village.

2. **Busan** - South Korea's second-largest city, boasting beautiful beaches like Haeundae, lively markets, and the stunning Haedong Yonggungsa Temple.

3. **Jeju Island** - A popular island destination with beautiful beaches, lush forests, and iconic volcanic landscape. Highlights include Hallasan National Park, Jeongbang Waterfall, and Manjanggul Lava Tube.

4. **Gyeongju** - A historical city with many ancient temples and tombs, such as Bulguksa Temple, Seokguram Grotto, and the royal tombs at Tumuli Park.

5. **Andong** - Known for its well-preserved traditional Korean culture, Andong is home to Hahoe Folk Village, Byeongsanseowon Confucian Academy, and Andong Mask Dance Festival.

6. **Chuncheon** - A scenic city surrounded by lakes and mountains. Must-visit sites include Nami Island, Gangchon Rail Park, and Soyanggang Skywalk.

7. **Suncheon** - A city boasting the Suncheon Bay Ecological Park, Suncheonman Bay Wetland Reserve, and Naganeupseong Folk Village.

8. **Daegu** - A city with a mix of modern and historical attractions. Highlights include E-World, Donghwasa Temple, and Seomun Market.

9. **Incheon** - A bustling port city with attractions such as Songdo Central Park, Incheon Grand Park, and Chinatown.

10. **Suwon** - Home to the impressive Hwaseong Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Korean Folk Village.

11. **Gangneung** - A coastal city known for its beautiful beaches and the Ojukheon House, where famous Korean scholar Shin Saimdang lived.

12. **Damyang** - Famous for its lush bamboo forests, including Juknokwon Bamboo Garden, and the Metasequoia-lined road.

13. **Yeosu** - A picturesque harbor city with attractions like Odongdo Island, Hyangiram Hermitage, and the Yeosu Ocean Railbike.

14. **Pyeongchang** - The host of the 2018 Winter Olympics, Pyeongchang offers ski resorts and beautiful natural scenery.

15. **Seoraksan National Park** - A stunning national park boasting beautiful mountain landscapes, lush forests, and the famous Sinheungsa Temple.

16. **DMZ (Demilitarized Zone)** - A unique area separating North and South Korea, offering guided tours and a glimpse into the history of the Korean War.

17. **Panmunjom (JSA)** - The Joint Security Area in the DMZ, where North and South Korean forces stand face-to-face.

18. **Mount Kumgang** - A beautiful mountain range located in North Korea, known for its stunning landscapes and hiking trails.

19. **Kaesong** - A historical North Korean city, home to the Koryo Museum and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Tomb of King Kongmin.

20. **Pyongyang** - The capital of North Korea, where visitors can explore landmarks like the Arch of Triumph, Juche Tower, and the Mansudae Grand Monument.

Please note that travel restrictions to North Korea may apply, and it is essential to check the latest information and guidelines before planning a trip.

[belovedfandom]

Sorry I’ve been gone. Here’s an update

Media consumed in 2022 rewatch not counted

The Witcher

Silent Sea

A lot of YouTube, like everyday

Nobody sleeps in the woods tonight 1 & 2

The glamorous imperial concubine (not finished)

Komi can’t communicate

Oatstudios

Planet of the apes

Beneath the planet of the apes

Attack on titan last season

escape from the planet of the apes

Girl, Interrupted

Demon season train arc

Higurashi new series season 2

Demon slayer entertainment distrect arc

Bulgasal immortal souls 😍😍😍

Conquest of the planet of the apes

Archive 81 (didn’t finish)

Battle of the planet of the apes

Beyond White Space-didn’t finish

The return -didn’t finish

Hotel translevania transformation

Photocopier-unfinished

All of us are dead

Rubber-unfinished

Llamageddon

Toxic Shark-unfinished I think

We are still here

The tinder swindler-unfinished

My best friend Anne frank

The red house

Uzumaki

My dress-up darling

Worlds end harem

Texas chainsaw massacre 2022

Empresses in the palace complete edition

Frozen 2

Encanto

The case study of vanitas unfinished

Ruyi’s Royal love in the palace

Free Guy

Dont Kill Me

Legend of lu Zhen

Kotaro lives alone

Level 16

Tomorrow

Insomnia

Markiplier in space

Awake

Dreaming back to the Qing dynasty not finished

Cleaner

Sightless

Secret Obsession

The amber head Johnny depp trial in clips

Bubble

Choose or die

The stranded

Only mine

The rental

Stranger things season 4

Some of love and robots

Escaping the nxivm cult

Keep sweet pray and obey

Berlin syndrome

Alchemy of souls not finished

Ikki tossen not finished

Shin ikki tossen not finished

The weekend away

Saimdang memorirs of color not finished

Puella magi madoka Magica

Resident evil Netflix series

The unsettling

Magical raising girl project

Close your eyes before it’s dark

Immortal samasara not finished

School tales the series

The girl in the mirror

House of the dragon

Boo bitch

Devil In Ohio

Dahmer working on it rn

Your turn to die

Rings of power

[arinewman7]

Chochungdo (painting of plants and insects)

Shin Saimdang

[abwwia]

Shin Saimdang (Korean artist, writer, calligraphist, and poet) 1504 - 1551

Korean: 申師任堂

Eggplants and a Grasshopper, s.d.

paper on foldingscreen

National Museum of Korea, Seoul, Republic of Korea

© photo National Museum of Korea, Seoul

[madame-yus-wife]

Song Seung-heon as Lee Gyeom

Saimdang, Memoir of Colours

[mamadalena]

Saimdang, Memoir of Colors

Is it bad? Yes, but I like it.

[shine-bells]

Yang Sejong’s photo shoot for Asia Globe Daily 2017. 

I retouched this picture so it became clearer. Isn’t he the cutest?