Religious persecution in Korea
This historical article by Professor Lee Sungho examines religious persecution in Korea across three periods: Catholic persecution during the Joseon Dynasty (18th-19th centuries), Protestant persecution under Japanese colonial rule (1910-1945), and Communist persecution during the Korean War. The resource provides valuable historical context for understanding the development and challenges of the Korean church, relevant to those studying missions history and the church's witness under opposition.
Religious persecution may have become an unfamiliar term in Korea. Religious freedom is fully protected by laws and thus Christians have no fear of being persecuted for their faith. Although the church is said to be in decline, there are still so many churches and over 8 million Christians in Korea according to a recent poll. However, it is almost impossible to talk about the Korean church without mentioning its history of persecution. Persecution has always been present throughout the history...
Full article available on sb.rfpa.org