Samguk yusa
Korean historical work
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The Samguk yusa is a Korean historical work compiled in 1285 by the monk Kyuny\u014f. It is a significant source of myths, legends, and folktales from Korea's prehistoric past, the Three Kingdoms period, and the Silla dynasty.12
The text includes stories about the founding of Korea by Tangun, the lives of ancient kings, and accounts of Buddhist saints and miracles, reflecting shamanist and Buddhist influences. The Samguk yusa served as a foundational source for later Korean fiction and historical narratives.12
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