Korean Folktales & World Folktales 91

Korean Folktale : The Legend of the Dragon Horse

🐉 Korean Folktale Series 31“The Legend of the Dragon Horse”(용마 이야기 · Yongma Iyagi)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, during the days of ancient kings, there lived a noble warhorse said to be born from the union of a dragon and a mare. The horse, with scales shimmering beneath its mane and eyes bright like morning stars, was known as Yongma, the Dragon Horse.Yongma belonged to a brave general who served ..

Korean Folktale : The Evening Primrose and the Girl’s Promise

🌼 Korean Folktale Series 30“The Evening Primrose and the Girl’s Promise”(달맞이꽃과 소녀의 약속 · Dalmaji Kkot-gwa Sonyeoui Yaksok)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, in a quiet village near the edge of a forest, there lived a young girl named Areum. She was kind, gentle, and loved the night sky more than anything. Each evening, she would sit by the stream, gazing at the moon’s reflection and whispering her dreams..

Korean Folktale : The Tale of Dalrae and Gosari – The Love of the Mountain Sisters

🌸 Korean Folktale Series 29“The Tale of Dalrae and Gosari – The Love of the Mountain Sisters”(달래와 고사리, 산에서 핀 자매의 사랑 · Dalrae-wa Gosari Iyagi)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, at the foot of a quiet mountain, lived two sisters named Dalrae and Gosari. They had lost their parents when they were young and survived by helping one another. Though their house was poor and their meals small, their laughter fi..

Korean Folktale : The Moon and the Magpie – The Story of Seollal

🕊️ Korean Folktale Series 28“The Moon and the Magpie – The Story of Seollal”(달과 까치, 까치설날 이야기 · Dalgwa Kkachi Iyagi)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, when the world was still young and the sky was close to the earth, the Moon and the Magpie were dear friends. The magpie, cheerful and talkative, often brought messages between heaven and humankind, while the moon silently watched over all creatures with g..

Korean Folktale : The Returned Filial Son – The Tale That Moved Even the Magistrate

🌿 Korean Folktale Series 27“The Returned Filial Son – The Tale That Moved Even the Magistrate”(돌아온 효자, 원님도 감동한 이야기 · Doraon Hyoja Iyagi)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, in a peaceful village surrounded by green hills, there lived a young man named Seonwoo, known for his deep devotion to his elderly mother. Though poor, he worked tirelessly to care for her, sharing every meal and bowing to her each mor..

Korean Folktale : The Guardians of the Village – The Tale of the Jangseung and the Village Spirits

🌲 Korean Folktale Series 26“The Guardians of the Village – The Tale of the Jangseung and the Village Spirits”(장승과 마을 수호신 이야기 · Jangseung-gwa Maeul Suhosin Iyagi)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, before cities and roads spread across Korea, people lived in small villages surrounded by mountains, rivers, and endless fields. Life was simple yet uncertain—diseases, wild beasts, and bad harvests could strik..

Korean Folktale : The Brother and Sister Who Became the Sun and the Moon

🌞 Korean Folktale Series 25“The Brother and Sister Who Became the Sun and the Moon”(해와 달이 된 오누이 · Haewa Dal-i Doen Onui)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, in a small mountain village, there lived a kind sister and her young brother. They were poor but happy, living with their mother who sold rice cakes in the nearby towns to make a living.One evening, their mother did not return from the market. The chi..

Korean Folktale : The Dream of the Golden Pig

🐖 Korean Folktale Series 24“The Dream of the Golden Pig”(황금돼지 꿈 · Hwanggeum Dwaeji Kkum)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, during the Joseon Dynasty, there lived a poor but honest couple in a small village. Though they worked tirelessly in the fields, their lives were filled with hardship. Each night, they prayed for even a small blessing that could change their fate. One evening, after a long day’s lab..

Korean Folktale : The Moonlight of Unhyeongung

🌕 Korean Folktale Series 23“The Moonlight of Unhyeongung”(운현궁의 달빛 · Unhyeongung-ui Dalbit)🕰️ 1. The StoryIn the late Joseon Dynasty, within the quiet walls of Unhyeongung Palace in Seoul, lived a noble lady known for her beauty, grace, and gentle heart. She was said to have fallen deeply in love with a young scholar—a man of humble birth, but pure soul. Because of the strict class system, thei..

Korean Folktale : The Legend of Mangbuseok

🌊 Korean Folktale Series 22“The Legend of Mangbuseok”(망부석 전설 · Mangbuseok Jeonseol)🕰️ 1. The StoryLong ago, on the western coast of Korea, there lived a devoted woman whose husband had been sent away on a long journey across the sea. Before he left, they stood by the shore and promised to reunite no matter how many years might pass. Seasons changed, yet her husband did not return. Each morning..