Ancient China turned out to be a vassal state of Korea? It may sound like a quirky historical secret, but digging deeper reveals that it's rich in myths and self-absorbed exaggerations. Koreans claim that their ancestors are Danjun, who they claim to have ruled the world for 1,500 years, lived to be 1,908 years old, and ruled over an area of 800 million square kilometers. Such a statement is simply unbelievable.
The roots of this self-confidence seem to stem from a unique culture and mythology, with Koreans viewing Danjun as an ancestor and taking pride in the size of the country he ruled. However, whether this claim is tenable or not, it is necessary to analyze it in depth from the perspective of history, geography and science.
First of all, the claim that Danjun ruled for 1,500 years and lived for 1,908 years is purely a myth and lacks historical basis. During the Yuan Dynasty in China, there was a mythological book written by a Korean monk that portrayed Danjun as a mysterious figure who ruled the world. However, this kind of literature should not be taken as an accurate record of history, but more as an expression of symbolism and mythology.
Secondly, the claim that the country covers an area of 800 million square kilometers is even more unbelievable. The total area of the Earth is only 5100 million square kilometers, while the Koreans claim that their ancestors ruled more than the total area of the earth. This is undoubtedly an extreme distortion of geographical common sense, and even somewhat absurd. This exaggeration may be intended to emphasize the greatness of the ancestors, but it ignores the physical laws of reality.
Even more incredible is the concept of the land of the sun. The Koreans' claim that wherever the sun shines is their territory, is clearly contrary to the principles of international law and international relations in modern society. There are 9 planets in the solar system, and according to this logic, all planets illuminated by the sun should belong to South Korea. Such an idea is not only a misinterpretation of science, but also an extreme challenge to the international order.
In the real world, this self-confidence of South Koreans is also reflected in some international affairs. For example, South Korea has sometimes shown an overconfident attitude towards some events in history, exaggerating its role and ignoring the influence of other countries. This unique self-confidence may be a kind of cultural identity, but in the international arena, it is necessary to look at history and facts more objectively and rationally.
After all this, we can't help but ask, how did Koreans develop such self-confidence that is out of touch with reality? There can be many reasons for this, including cultural traditions, education systems, and the influence of state ideology. Whether this kind of self-confidence can become a booster for national development needs more in-depth research and discussion.
Overall, Koreans' self-confidence in Danjun and the Land of the Sun stems from their own mythology and culture, but in modern society, this self-confidence needs to be more rational and objective. Through in-depth analysis of this phenomenon, we can better understand the cultural identity and national mentality of the Korean people, and at the same time, we can better promote international exchanges and cooperation. In this multicultural world, mutual understanding and respect will be the cornerstone of peace and stability.