Behind the Myth: Dreams
Stephen Redeker guides you in Korean dream interpretation.
Category: Korean Myths
Behind the Myth: Hangover Stew
Do Koreans have a cure for hangovers?
Behind the Myth: Gift-Giving Myths
This “Behind the Myth” covers various superstitions associated with giving and receiving gifts in Korea.
Behind the Myth: The Red Pen
This month’s “Behind the Myth” discusses the common fear of writing in red ink. It is a common Korean superstition that if someone’s name is written in red, then death or bad luck will come to that person very soon.
Behind the Myth: Korean Ghosts
“Behind the Myth” recently covered the Korean superstition about spirits following and haunting you when you change homes. Let’s keep it going with the scary stuff and reveal some more spooky beliefs regarding Korean-style ghosts.
Behind the Myth: Moving Day
This series of articles sheds light on some Korean myths, folklore, traditions and superstitions. Every country has their own share of beliefs, fact or fiction, and many foreigners living in Korea have not yet heard or learned the basis for various Korean beliefs.
Behind the Myth: Are Koreans “Pure-Blooded”?
Most people love their country. You’ll hear many reasons why people think their country is the best in the world. Maybe it’s the delicious food. It could be the beautiful landscape and architecture. Perhaps it’s the friendly, good-looking people. Korea possesses such beliefs about its country as well.
Behind the Myth: Eating Apples at Night
“An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Although this is an exaggeration of the health benefits of apples, we can all agree that they’re one healthy fruit. Koreans have the same belief, with one reservation.