November 9, 2019-1206th-Is a Spiritual Messiah, a Powerful Political Messiah, Needed in Korea?
The necessity of a spiritual Messiah in Korea, social issues, political reform, economic policies, and personal anecdotes.
Character Profiles
Heo Kyeong-yeong | Lecturer | Presents his political and spiritual views, emphasizing his role as a spiritual messiah and advocating for radical policy changes in South Korea.
Yang Gomun | Heo Kyeong-yeong’s associate | Has been with Heo Kyeong-yeong for 15 years, believing him to be a political messiah, despite Heo Kyeong-yeong’s claim of being a spiritual messiah.
Malaka Queen | Indian Queen | A queen from a low caste (Sudra) who became queen by offering flowers to the king daily.
King Munjeong | Joseon King | Son of King Sejong, known for his interest in Feng Shui and his struggle to find a suitable burial site for his father.
Pyeongyang Governor Gwangju Lee | Joseon Official | His father’s tomb was located on a prime Feng Shui site, which King Munjeong eventually took for King Sejong.
Im Suk-hee | Heo Kyeong-yeong’s supporter | A supporter who writes letters to Heo Kyeong-yeong, sharing her experiences of promoting his teachings to her family and friends.
Scene-by-Scene Summary
#1 (00:00:00) Introduction and Flower Metaphor
Heo Kyeong-yeong greets the audience and points out the difference between cut flowers and potted flowers .
He explains that cut flowers are like those “sentenced to death,” while potted flowers represent a complete life .
He receives a written tribute from a monk, acknowledging him as a divine being .
He uses the flower metaphor to discuss the consequences of harming the vulnerable, linking it to karmic retribution and specific illnesses in future lives .
He emphasizes that premarital sex, especially with virgins or married women, leads to severe consequences in the next life, such as public humiliation and inherited diseases .
He criticizes modern society’s disregard for these principles, leading to broken families and societal problems .
#2 (00:06:03) The Evolution of Love and the Malaka Queen Story
Heo Kyeong-yeong discusses the degradation of divine love (agape) into lower forms like Platonic love and Eros .
He introduces the story of the Malaka Queen from India, who was born into the lowest caste (Sudra) .
The Malaka Queen became queen by consistently offering flowers to the king, demonstrating the power of sincere actions .
Despite becoming queen, her “low-caste consciousness” persisted, leading her to study her past lives to understand her behavior .
He uses this story to illustrate how actions can elevate one’s destiny, even from the lowest social strata to royalty .
He explains that in ancient India, a saint’s status (like a Brahmin) was higher than a king’s, citing Buddha as an example .
#3 (00:13:00) The Power of Action and the “One Trillion Won Lottery”
Heo Kyeong-yeong asserts that bringing flowers (or taking action) elevates one’s status compared to those who do not .
He compares those who actively support him to winning a “one trillion won lottery,” emphasizing their good fortune .
He criticizes those who doubt or dismiss his message, likening them to people who have won a lottery but refuse to claim it .
He mentions receiving thousands of letters from people who have been persecuted by their families for believing in him, yet remain steadfast .
He reiterates that discovering him is like realizing one’s cosmic purpose and winning an unimaginable lottery .
#4 (00:19:00) Political and Spiritual Messiahship
Heo Kyeong-yeong discusses the “class system” in South Korean education, comparing it to India’s caste system, with specialized high schools at the top and general high schools at the bottom .
He declares his intention to dismantle this class-based society .
He introduces Yang Gomun, who has supported him for 15 years, believing him to be a “political messiah” .
He acknowledges the “conflict” with Yang Gomun, who is a Christian elder, regarding his claim of being a “spiritual messiah” .
He emphasizes that he values loyalty and maintains relationships with those who started with him .
#5 (00:22:00) Environmental Degradation and Korea’s Recovery
Heo Kyeong-yeong highlights the severe desertification in Mongolia, where 90% of its grasslands have become desert .
He notes that one-third of the Earth is now desert, and even the US is experiencing desertification .
He recalls Korea’s past as a barren land with deforested mountains, due to historical exploitation by Japan and the need for firewood .
He mentions that Japan took 60 trillion won worth of timber from Korea .
He praises President Park Chung-hee’s successful reforestation efforts (Sabang Project), which transformed Korea’s mountains into lush forests .
He asserts that Korean elders, who participated in these efforts and rebuilt the economy, deserve respect and gratitude .
#6 (00:29:00) Societal Problems and Political “Foot-and-Mouth Disease”
Heo Kyeong-yeong laments the current state of Korean society, where young people struggle with marriage and financial independence, causing anxiety for their parents .
He blames “politicians” for these problems, calling them “foot-and-mouth disease” .
He advocates for the “slaughter” of corrupt politicians, just as pigs are culled to prevent the spread of foot-and-mouth disease .
He introduces the “National Revolutionary Dividend Party” (혁명 배당금당), which promises a monthly dividend of 1.5 million won to all citizens, starting at age 20 for married individuals and 30 for unmarried ones .
He criticizes the “Three Kims” (Kim Young-sam, Kim Dae-jung, Kim Jong-pil) for creating a society of “rich getting richer, poor getting poorer” .
He states that he has come to cure this “disease” of wealth disparity .
#7 (00:35:00) The Need for a Spiritual Messiah
Heo Kyeong-yeong acknowledges Yang Gomun’s belief in him as a “political messiah” but emphasizes his true identity as a “spiritual messiah” .
He argues that South Korea needs a “spiritual leader” like David with a slingshot, rather than ordinary politicians, to survive among powerful nations like Japan, North Korea, China, Russia, and the US .
He warns that without a spiritual leader, Korea will continue to struggle with issues like US defense costs .
He recounts Korea’s participation in the Vietnam War, highlighting that it was driven by financial necessity rather than ideological alignment .
He describes President Park Chung-hee’s immense suffering and guilt over the casualties of the Vietnam War, emphasizing the heavy burden of leadership .
He reiterates that the elders who sacrificed for the nation deserve a comfortable life .
He calls for the elimination of “foot-and-mouth disease” politicians in the National Assembly .
He warns that if his party is rejected in the upcoming election, he will leave, implying dire consequences for the nation .
He stresses the importance of voting wisely .
He asserts that a “spiritual messiah” is necessary to save the nation, capable of influencing global powers and even natural phenomena .
He claims that a single cough from him could sink the Japanese archipelago .
#8 (00:44:00) King Munjeong and the Feng Shui Master
Heo Kyeong-yeong recounts the story of King Munjeong, who struggled to find a suitable burial site for his father, King Sejong, as all good sites were taken .
King Munjeong, a skilled Feng Shui practitioner, temporarily interred his father while searching for a prime location .
A Feng Shui master eventually discovered a perfect site, which was already occupied by the tomb of Pyeongyang Governor Gwangju Lee’s father .
The governor’s family had prospered due to this auspicious site .
King Munjeong, through a manipulative display of respect and feigned distress, compelled the governor to relinquish his father’s tomb .
The original Feng Shui master had warned the governor’s family not to build a memorial hall or a bridge at the new site for three years, or they would lose it .
The family eventually broke these rules due to inconvenience, leading to the king taking the site .
The new burial site for the governor’s father was determined by flying a kite and burying him where it landed, a method known as “Yeonbi Nakjihyeol” (연비낙지혈) .
He mentions that a descendant of this Gwangju Lee family is now an advisor to his party .
He concludes that there is “no free lunch” in this world, and good deeds bring blessings, while ill-gotten gains lead to misfortune .
#9 (00:59:00) National Revolutionary Dividend Party Policies
Heo Kyeong-yeong outlines the policies of the National Revolutionary Dividend Party:
Elderly Support: 1.5 million won per month for individuals over 70, 3 million won for couples; 2.2 million won for individuals over 65, 4.4 million won for couples .
Marriage and Housing: 300 million won for marriage, including 100 million won in cash and 200 million won in interest-free, indefinite housing loans .
Debt Relief: 100% repayment of all bank loans and private debts under 500 million won by the state .
Work-Life Balance: Transition to a 3-4 day work week, with 70% non-regular positions to allow for flexible work schedules and increased family time .
Elimination of Labor Unions: Automatic dissolution of labor unions due to guaranteed income .
Teacher Appreciation: No limits on gifts to teachers, allowing them to be financially secure and support their students .
Educational Reform: Abolition of the Teachers’ Union, allowing for donations for university admissions (기부 입학제도), and 100% state repayment of student loans .
He criticizes politicians for creating a system where parents struggle to support their children’s marriages .
He reiterates that the “political foot-and-mouth disease” is more dangerous than the animal disease .
#10 (01:07:00) Critique of Korean Politics and IQ Test Story
Heo Kyeong-yeong criticizes Korean politicians for their short-sightedness and inability to lead the nation effectively .
He recounts his accurate predictions regarding Park Geun-hye and Donald Trump .
He explains his support for Cho Kuk, not because he liked him, but to expose the flaws of the opposition parties .
He criticizes the opposition for blindly opposing the ruling party, which ultimately boosted President Moon Jae-in’s popularity .
He argues that the National Assembly’s confirmation hearings for presidential appointees are an infringement on the president’s authority in a presidential system .
He states that if he becomes president, he will abolish the National Assembly’s confirmation hearing system for presidential appointees, replacing it with a US-style hearing focused on policy discussions after appointment .
He attributes the downfall of two former presidents (Lee Myung-bak and Park Geun-hye) to internal conflicts and “pork-barrel politics” (농공행상) within their parties .
He explains that President Moon Jae-in intended to use Cho Kuk, a moderate intellectual, to ensure a smooth transition of power .
He criticizes the fragmented opposition parties for their inability to unite and their focus on internal disputes .
He claims that a 5-year presidential term is insufficient to implement meaningful change, hence his ambition to become a “lifelong emperor” and “world unification emperor” to solve global issues like hunger .
He then shares an anecdote about his IQ test, where he scored 430 by quickly solving complex problems, including converting numbers to Chinese characters to prevent forgery .
#11 (01:29:00) Supporter’s Letter and Media Coverage
Heo Kyeong-yeong reads a letter from a supporter, Im Suk-hee, who describes her efforts to spread his message to her family and friends .
The letter highlights the initial skepticism and resistance she faced, especially from those who are well-off and see no need for his teachings .
Her sister, a Catholic, struggles with his claim of being a “divine being” .
The letter concludes with her conviction that her family members are gradually becoming interested in his lectures .
He then reads an article from “Herald Economy” about his return to the political scene with the National Revolutionary Dividend Party .
The article notes his unconventional character and radical proposals, such as abolishing the college entrance exam (Suneung) and reforming education .
It also mentions that some of his past “revolutionary pledges” from 1999, initially dismissed as absurd, are now being considered or implemented by mainstream politicians .
He emphasizes that his party’s policies, including the 1.5 million won dividend, 100 million won for marriage, and 200 million won for housing, will fundamentally change Korea’s history .
He concludes by calling for the “cleaning up” of Yeouido (the political district) and wishing the audience prosperity, health, and marriage .