Kihwa (Korean: 기화; Hanja: 己和, 1376–1433), also known as Hamhŏ Tŭkt'ong was a Buddhist monk of Korean Seon and leading Buddhist figure during the late Goryeo to early Joseon eras. He was originally a Confucian scholar of high reputation, but converted to Buddhism at the age of 21 upon the death of a close friend.
Kihwa (Korean: 기화; Hanja: 己和, 1376–1433), also known as Hamhŏ Tŭkt'ong was a Buddhist monk of Korean Seon and leading Buddhist figure during the late Goryeo to early Joseon eras. He was originally a Confucian scholar of high reputation, but converted to Buddhism at the age of 21 upon the death of a close friend.
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