
FAQ About Sejong the Great

What role did the Hall of Worthies (Jiphyeonjeon) play during Sejong the Great's reign?
The Hall of Worthies, or Jiphyeonjeon, was an academic research institute established by Sejong the Great to advance scholarly pursuits in various disciplines. It served as a center for intellectual and scientific innovation, where scholars worked on projects that led to significant breakthroughs in the arts, sciences, and administration.