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{{Short description|Silla general (fl. 6th century)}}
{{Korean name|[[Kim (Korean name)|Kim]]}}
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'''Kim Isabu''' was a general and politician of [[Silla]] during the 6th century. He was also known as '''Taejong'''. He is best remembered today for his role in subjugating the island nation of [[Usan-guk]], which some Koreans believe included the [[Liancourt Rocks dispute|disputed]] [[Liancourt Rocks]] (Dokdo in Korean, Takeshima in Japanese). Although frequently referred to as "Isabu", his family name is written as Kim in the ''[[Samguk Sagi]]''.<ref>"Isabu" in ''Samguk Sagi'', Yeoljeon 4.</ref> He was the 4th generation descendant of [[Naemul of Silla|King Naemul]], which also provides direct proof that his family name was Kim.
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'''Isabu''' ({{Korean|hangul=이사부|hanja=異斯夫}}) was a military general and politician of [[Silla]] during the 6th century. According to ''[[Samguk Sagi]]'', he is the fourth generation descendant of [[Naemul of Silla]].<ref>이명식, 「신라 중고기의 장수 이사부고」, 『이사부 활약의 역사성과 21세기적 의의』,삼척시·강원도민일보·(재)해양문화재단, 2008, p.108</ref> He was also known as Taejong. He is best remembered today for his role in subjugating the island nation of [[Usan-guk]]. [[Usan|Usan-guk]] is the modern-day [[Ulleungdo]], an island located in [[Sea of Japan]] (East Sea).<ref>Kim, Myung-Ki. (2010). A Study on the Legality of the Conquest over Usanguk by General Isabu of Shilla in International Law. The review of Isabu and east sea, 2, 5-37</ref> There is a dispute regarding his surname, as his family name is written as Kim in the ''[[Samguk Sagi]]''.<ref>"Isabu" in ''Samguk Sagi'', Yeoljeon 4.</ref> He was the 4th generation descendant of [[Naemul of Silla|King Naemul]], which also provides direct proof that his family name was Kim. But in [[Samguk Yusa]], his name is Park I-Jong (朴伊宗).


== Achievement ==
But in [[Samguk Yusa]], his name is Park I-Jong (朴伊宗).


During the reign of [[Jijeung of Silla|Jijeung]], Isabu was first appointed as the governor ({{lang|ko-Latn|gunju}}) of Siljik province ({{Korean|hangul=실직주|labels=no}}), modern-day [[Samcheok]]. Then, he was appointed as a governor of [[Haseulla]], which is modern-day [[Gangwon (historical)|Gangwon]].<ref>Kang, Bong-Ryong. (2010). Biography of Isabu and historical implications of his activities. The review of Isabu and east sea, 1, 241-273</ref> This was when Silla, including its inland regions, was frequently exposed to the piracy of [[Usan|Usan-guk]]'s people. Due to the harsh geographical condition of Usan-guk, people of [[Usan|Usan-guk]] believed that Silla would not invade its island.
== Career ==


Still, Isabu decided to subjugate this island nation. However, such tough geographical condition was not the only obstacle. As [[Usan]]-guk is an island nation composed of independent tribes that rely on fishing for living, the people of Usan-guk turned out to be somewhat uncontrollable and aggressive and thus hard to conquer. In order to overcome such obstacles and conquer this island nation, Isabu came up with an idea to trick people of Usan-guk into surrendering. He made large wooden lions and loaded them on battle ships. He threatened the people of Usan-guk, saying that he would release the lions if they didn't surrender.<ref>Kang, Bong-Ryong. (2010). Biography of Isabu and historical implications of his activities. The review of Isabu and east sea, 1, 241-273.</ref> Eventually, his trick worked and the people of Usan-guk surrendered. Thanks to Isabu, Usan-guk was subjugated to Silla in 512.<ref>Kim, Myung-Ki. (2010). A Study on the Legality of the Conquest over Usanguk by General Isabu of Shilla in International Law. The review of Isabu and east sea, 2, 5-37</ref><ref>{{cite news |title=General Isabu of Silla Kingdom Incorporated Dokdo into Korean History |url=https://world.kbs.co.kr/service/contents_view.htm?lang=e&menu_cate=history&id=&board_seq=60507&page=23&board_code= |access-date=12 March 2024 |agency=KBS World |date=December 29, 2011}}</ref>
During the reign of [[Jijeung of Silla|Jijeung]], in 505, Isabu was appointed the governor (''gunju'') of Siljik province, modern-day [[Samcheok]]. It was as governor of the wider region of [[Haseulla]] (later known as [[Gangwon (historical)|Gangwon]]) that he came to launch the expedition against [[Usan]] seven years later.


Later in life, Isabu rose to supreme military power in Silla, holding this position from 541 to 562. During this time, he saw the expansion of Silla's territory into former [[Baekje]] and [[Goguryeo]] holdings, reaching as far north as present-day [[Hamgyong]]. In addition, he ordered the subjugation of [[Daegaya]], effectively putting an end to the [[Gaya confederacy]] and consolidating Silla's hold on southeastern Korea.
Isabu further expanded [[Silla]]'s territory after gaining supreme military power in 541, as far as former [[Baekje]] and [[Goguryeo]] territory that reached far north of present-day [[Hamgyong Province|Hamgyong]]. Isabu also subjugated Daegaya that put an end to the [[Gaya confederacy]] and thus, consolidated Silla's power on southeastern part of Korea.<ref>Kang, Bong-Ryong. (2010). Biography of Isabu and historical implications of his activities. The review of Isabu and east sea, 1, 241-273.</ref>


==Research ship==
==Research ship==
A flagship research ship of South Korea, Isabu, is named after him. Due to its name, researchers at the Japan’s national marine-research agency have been instructed by Japanese government not to participate in any collaborations or cruises involving the ship.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.nature.com/news/marine-scientists-allege-japan-has-blocked-researchers-from-joining-south-korean-ship-1.22WT.mc | title=Marine scientists allege Japan has blocked researchers from joining South Korean ship | website = Nature |date=2017-09-19}}</ref>
A flagship research ship of South Korea, Isabu, is named after him. Due to its name, researchers at Japan's National Marimte Research Institute agency have been instructed by the Japanese government not to participate in any collaborations or cruises involving the ship.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.nature.com/news/marine-scientists-allege-japan-has-blocked-researchers-from-joining-south-korean-ship-1.22WT.mc | title=Marine scientists allege Japan has blocked researchers from joining South Korean ship | website = Nature |date=2017-09-19}}</ref>

==Popular culture==
* Portrayed by [[Park Seo-joon]] in the 2016–2017 [[KBS2]] TV series ''[[Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth]]''.


==Notes==
==Notes==
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==See also==
==See also==
*[[List of Korea-related topics]]
* [[Military history of Korea]]
*[[Military history of Korea]]
* [[Three Kingdoms of Korea]]

*[[Three Kingdoms of Korea]]
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Latest revision as of 10:04, 3 November 2024

Isabu
Hangul
이사부
Hanja
異斯夫
Revised RomanizationIsabu
McCune–ReischauerIsabu

Isabu (Korean: 이사부; Hanja: 異斯夫) was a military general and politician of Silla during the 6th century. According to Samguk Sagi, he is the fourth generation descendant of Naemul of Silla.[1] He was also known as Taejong. He is best remembered today for his role in subjugating the island nation of Usan-guk. Usan-guk is the modern-day Ulleungdo, an island located in Sea of Japan (East Sea).[2] There is a dispute regarding his surname, as his family name is written as Kim in the Samguk Sagi.[3] He was the 4th generation descendant of King Naemul, which also provides direct proof that his family name was Kim. But in Samguk Yusa, his name is Park I-Jong (朴伊宗).

Achievement

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During the reign of Jijeung, Isabu was first appointed as the governor (gunju) of Siljik province (실직주), modern-day Samcheok. Then, he was appointed as a governor of Haseulla, which is modern-day Gangwon.[4] This was when Silla, including its inland regions, was frequently exposed to the piracy of Usan-guk's people. Due to the harsh geographical condition of Usan-guk, people of Usan-guk believed that Silla would not invade its island.

Still, Isabu decided to subjugate this island nation. However, such tough geographical condition was not the only obstacle. As Usan-guk is an island nation composed of independent tribes that rely on fishing for living, the people of Usan-guk turned out to be somewhat uncontrollable and aggressive and thus hard to conquer. In order to overcome such obstacles and conquer this island nation, Isabu came up with an idea to trick people of Usan-guk into surrendering. He made large wooden lions and loaded them on battle ships. He threatened the people of Usan-guk, saying that he would release the lions if they didn't surrender.[5] Eventually, his trick worked and the people of Usan-guk surrendered. Thanks to Isabu, Usan-guk was subjugated to Silla in 512.[6][7]

Isabu further expanded Silla's territory after gaining supreme military power in 541, as far as former Baekje and Goguryeo territory that reached far north of present-day Hamgyong. Isabu also subjugated Daegaya that put an end to the Gaya confederacy and thus, consolidated Silla's power on southeastern part of Korea.[8]

Research ship

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A flagship research ship of South Korea, Isabu, is named after him. Due to its name, researchers at Japan's National Marimte Research Institute agency have been instructed by the Japanese government not to participate in any collaborations or cruises involving the ship.[9]

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Notes

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  1. ^ 이명식, 「신라 중고기의 장수 이사부고」, 『이사부 활약의 역사성과 21세기적 의의』,삼척시·강원도민일보·(재)해양문화재단, 2008, p.108
  2. ^ Kim, Myung-Ki. (2010). A Study on the Legality of the Conquest over Usanguk by General Isabu of Shilla in International Law. The review of Isabu and east sea, 2, 5-37
  3. ^ "Isabu" in Samguk Sagi, Yeoljeon 4.
  4. ^ Kang, Bong-Ryong. (2010). Biography of Isabu and historical implications of his activities. The review of Isabu and east sea, 1, 241-273
  5. ^ Kang, Bong-Ryong. (2010). Biography of Isabu and historical implications of his activities. The review of Isabu and east sea, 1, 241-273.
  6. ^ Kim, Myung-Ki. (2010). A Study on the Legality of the Conquest over Usanguk by General Isabu of Shilla in International Law. The review of Isabu and east sea, 2, 5-37
  7. ^ "General Isabu of Silla Kingdom Incorporated Dokdo into Korean History". KBS World. December 29, 2011. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
  8. ^ Kang, Bong-Ryong. (2010). Biography of Isabu and historical implications of his activities. The review of Isabu and east sea, 1, 241-273.
  9. ^ "Marine scientists allege Japan has blocked researchers from joining South Korean ship". Nature. 2017-09-19.

See also

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