19 (9). A Royal Screen Behind KPop Demon Hunters—and the Cosmic Order It Represents

What do a 600-year-old Korean painting and a K-pop idol slaying demons on Netflix have in common? Everything.

In this episode, we uncover the surprising cosmic significance behind a glowing backdrop in K-pop Demon Hunters—a visual echo of Ilwol Obongdo, the royal screen that once stood behind every Joseon throne. We decode its symbolism, explore how it shaped ideas of power and virtue, and reveal how its message of balance and integration lives on—from BTS to Korea’s national flag to modern leadership philosophy.

From ancient cosmology to K-dramas and banknotes, discover how this one screen weaves Korean tradition into global pop culture—and why its meaning feels more urgent than ever.

🔭 Topics we cover:

What Ilwol Obongdo means and why it matters

Yin-yang, the Five Elements, and Korean color theory

Cheon-Ji-In (Heaven–Earth–Human) philosophy

The screen’s modern cameos: K-dramas, K-pop, and currency

Why Korea’s worldview offers a timely alternative to binary thinking

A sneak peek at next week’s theme: Minbon Sasang, Korea’s people-first political philosophy

✨ Whether you're a history buff, K-drama fan, or just K-curious, this episode offers a surprising journey into the heart of Korean culture—one cosmic painting at a time.

📍 Full article, sources, and images here👉 https://yoonjiwon.substack.com/p/kpop-demon-hunters-royal-screen

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