Sarim

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Sarim
Hangul 사림 Hanja 士林 Revised Romanization Sarim McCune-Reischauer Sarim

The Sarim, or "forest of scholars," was a powerful faction of literati in the Joseon Dynasty of Korea. It was typified by a rigidly conservative interpretation of Neo-Confucian doctrine. Although the faction first emerged in the 15th century, it coalesced around the teachings of the philosopher Toegye in the 16th century. Thenceforth the faction's ideology was often referred to as "the learning of Toegye," or Toegyehak.

Following a series of brutal purges as it struggled for power with the established Hungu faction, the Sarim gained control of Joseon government in the late 16th century, during the reigns of Myeongjong and Seonjo.

Sarim is also an arabic name meaning strong, lion, brave man.

[edit] See also

• List of Korea-related topics
• Joseon Dynasty politics
• History of Korea