Korean Folktales & World Folktales 85

Korean Folktale : The Heavenly Emperor’s Daughter on Earth

🌈 Korean Folktale Series 75 “The Heavenly Emperor’s Daughter on Earth”(옥황상제와 딸의 지상 모험 · Okhwang Sangje-wa Ttal-ui Jisang Moheom)🕰️ 1. The StoryHigh above the clouds, in the majestic Heavenly Palace, lived the Jade Emperor—Okhwang Sangje—who ruled over the heavens, stars, winds, and all living things below. Among his many children, his youngest daughter Harin was the most curious.Harin loved wa..

Korean Folktale : The Small Wisdom That Saved a Family

🌾 Korean Folktale Series 74 “The Small Wisdom That Saved a Family”(가족을 살린 작은 지혜 · Gajok-eul Salin Jageun Jihye)🕰️ 1. The StoryIn a peaceful village surrounded by green paddies, there lived a farmer named Do-hyun, his wife Sook-ja, and their clever young daughter So-mi. Though poor, the family lived happily, working together and sharing simple meals under their thatched roof.One summer, a sever..

Korean Folktale : The Goblin Under the Persimmon Tree

🎃 Korean Folktale Series 73 “The Goblin Under the Persimmon Tree”(감나무 아래 도깨비 · Gamnamu Arae Dokkaebi)🕰️ 1. The StoryIn a small countryside village, there stood an old persimmon tree whose branches bent low with bright orange fruit every autumn. The villagers loved the sweet persimmons, but they avoided the tree at night—because, they whispered, a dokkaebi (goblin) lived beneath it.Dokkaebi wer..

Korean Folktale : Who Is the Child Beneath the Bridge

🌉 Korean Folktale Series 72 “Who Is the Child Beneath the Bridge?”(다리 밑의 아이는 누구인가 · Dari Mit-ui Ai-neun Nuguinga)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, during a season of heavy rains, a small village by the river overflowed with fear and worry. The waters rose day by day, threatening homes and washing away fields. At the edge of the village stood an old stone bridge, cracked and weary from years of storms.O..

Korean Folktale : The Hwarang and the Golden Arrow

🏹 Korean Folktale Series 71 “The Hwarang and the Golden Arrow”(신라의 화랑과 금빛 화살 · Silla-ui Hwarang-gwa Geumbit Hwasal)🕰️ 1. The StoryIn the ancient kingdom of Silla, where mountains gleamed like emeralds and the sea glowed silver at dawn, there lived a young Hwarang warrior named Yun-seong. He was graceful in movement, noble in spirit, and loyal to his homeland. But what set him apart from others..

Korean Folktale : The Old Man of the Three Stars

🌟 Korean Folktale Series 70 “The Old Man of the Three Stars”(삼태성 할아버지 이야기 · Samtaeseong Halabeoji Iyagi)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, when the night sky still spoke to those who listened, there lived a humble farmer named Mugwan. Every evening after tending his fields, he would sit outside his small thatched house and gaze at the stars above.Among them, three bright stars always shone closest toget..

Korean Folktale : The Revenge of the Turtle

🐢 Korean Folktale Series 69“The Revenge of the Turtle”(거북이의 복수 · Geobugi-ui Boksu)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, in a quiet coastal village, there lived a gentle turtle who spent his days swimming through clear blue waters and sunning himself on warm rocks. The villagers respected sea creatures, for they believed each one carried the spirit of the ocean.But one fisherman named Mansu was cruel and gr..

Korean Folktale : The Seven Stars and the Birth of a Child

✨ Korean Folktale Series 68 “The Seven Stars and the Birth of a Child”(칠성신과 아기의 탄생 · Chilseongsin-gwa Agi-ui Tansaeng)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, in a quiet village nestled beneath the Milky Way, lived a young couple who longed for a child. Though they prayed at temples and offered food at the village shrine, many years passed without a single sign of blessing. Still, the couple loved each other d..

Korean Folktale : The Girl Who Prayed to Heaven for Her Parents

🌤️ Korean Folktale Series 67 “The Girl Who Prayed to Heaven for Her Parents”(부모 위해 하늘에 기도한 소녀 · Bumo Wihae Haneure Gidohan Sonyeo)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, in a quiet mountain village, there lived a young girl named Areum. She was gentle, hardworking, and devoted to her elderly parents. Though they were poor, their home was filled with warmth because Areum cared for them with all her heart.One ..

Korean Folktale : The Legend of the Jindo Dog

🐕 Korean Folktale Series 66“The Legend of the Jindo Dog”(진돗개 전설 · Jindotgae Jeonseol)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, on the quiet island of Jindo, there lived a young woman named Hwari and her loyal dog Baekgu. Baekgu had snow-white fur, sharp eyes, and a brave heart that never wavered. The villagers said he was no ordinary dog, but one blessed by the island’s guardian spirits. Hwari and Baekgu were ..