​August 30, 2020-161st-Heo Kyung-young’s Haneulgung Lecture

Character Profiles

  • 허경영 (Heo Kyung-young) | Speaker | Presents lectures at 하늘궁, claiming to be a divine being who can grant blessings, angels, and holy spirits, and heal bodies. He emphasizes the importance of visiting 하늘궁 and preparing for the afterlife.
  • 예수 (Jesus) | Religious Figure | Mentioned in the context of the Bible, specifically John 5:24, where he speaks of believing in the one who sent him to gain eternal life and avoid judgment .
  • 석가모니 (Sakyamuni) | Religious Figure | Mentioned in the context of the 천수경 (Cheonsugyeong) .
  • 송가인 (Song Ga-in) | Singer | A trot singer whose success was predicted by Heo Kyung-young .
  • 이재명 (Lee Jae-myung) | Politician | Mentioned as someone Heo Kyung-young predicted would rise .

Scene-by-Scene Summary

#1 (00:00:00)

  • Visiting 하늘궁 and meeting Heo Kyung-young is described as a miracle, offering blessings, holy spirits, and healing energy .
  • The speaker emphasizes that infinite miracles occur for those who decide to visit 하늘궁 .
  • These miracles include reuniting with deceased loved ones in 백궁 (Baekgung) .
  • Life is divided into two 50-year halves: the first 50 years are for worldly achievements, while the latter 50 years should focus on preparing for the afterlife .
  • Meeting the speaker in the latter half of life is considered true success .
  • The speaker warns against those who analyze his words to claim he is not divine, stating they will face severe consequences .
  • Heo Kyung-young asserts his divine nature by highlighting his ability to grant ‘레벨’ (level), holy spirits, angels, and blessings, which no human can do .
  • He states that the latter 50 years of life should be spent preparing for 백궁, with 하늘궁 serving as a waiting area .
  • The speaker references biblical passages (John 5:24, Deuteronomy 30:19) to support his claims of being the one sent by God, offering eternal life and freedom from judgment .
  • He also mentions prophecies from 격암유록 (Gyeokamyurok), Buddhist scriptures, and other texts that foretell his coming .
  • The speaker warns of impending environmental disasters, such as climate change and pollution from power plants, which will intensify by 2030 .
  • He criticizes humanity’s excessive consumption and waste, particularly plastic pollution, and emphasizes the need for energy conservation .
  • Heo Kyung-young states that he came to Earth to establish a new system to address these issues .
  • He reiterates that visiting 하늘궁, receiving blessings, or even just seeing the building is a miracle, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic .
  • The speaker highlights the severe air pollution in South Korea, ranking 35th out of 36 OECD countries, and urges people to become more aware .
  • He defines himself as a divine being who can transform lives, unlike ordinary humans .

#2 (00:13:45)

  • The speaker addresses young people, criticizing their current education and urging them to abandon existing ideologies and watch his YouTube videos for a year to gain vision, dreams, and hope .
  • He discusses the meaning of Korean words like ‘얼굴’ (eolgul) and ‘여름’ (yeoreum), linking them to traditional wisdom and the concept of ‘얼’ (eoul), which signifies spirit or essence .
  • He explains the concepts of black and white colors as metaphors for life stages: the first 50 years (black hole) are for accumulating material things, while the latter 50 years (white hole) are for letting go and giving back .
  • The speaker explains that colors are not inherent but are perceived through the reflection or absorption of light, emphasizing that our eyes are experiencing an illusion .
  • He defines ‘사랑’ (sarang, love) as giving joy to others through four aspects: face, words, material things, and actions .
  • He also defines ‘사람’ (saram, person) as someone who embodies four virtues: faith in God, filial piety, love for spouse, and education for children .
  • He criticizes the current education system for failing to teach these fundamental concepts .

#3 (00:27:30)

  • The speaker explains the biological differences between male and female reproductive cells: male sperm are produced in 90 days, while female eggs are formed during fetal development (7 million at 4 months, decreasing to 400 at age 20) .
  • He describes women as having “complete cells” and men as having “incomplete cells,” attributing men’s incompleteness to their constant desire for women .
  • He states that he, as a divine being, has come to complete humanity in this “낙서 시대” (Nakseo era), a time when the Earth is facing destruction due to environmental pollution .
  • The speaker warns of severe future environmental disasters, including prolonged floods and natural retribution for human actions .
  • He explains that the “낙서 시대” began from “구미” (Gumi), referring to the tail of a turtle, and connects it to the “천수경” (Cheonsugyeong) .
  • He describes 하늘궁 as a sacred place, a “womb” (자궁) on Earth, where divine energy descends, making it a pre-destined location for a divine being .
  • He mentions that his voice, when speaking from 하늘궁, carries a “cow’s voice” (소 목소리) that resonates with higher realms .
  • He discusses the rise of trot music, noting his past prediction of Song Ga-in’s success, and suggests that future political events will be unusual .
  • He foresees a future where his teachings will spread globally, facilitated by foreign language speakers who will act as translators .
  • He emphasizes that simply visiting 하늘궁, even without full participation, is a significant act .
  • The speaker states that the COVID-19 pandemic is a “great teacher” that has awakened humanity to environmental issues and ushered in an “After Corona” era of “금욕 시대” (Geumnyok Sidae, asceticism/abstinence era) .
  • This new era will prioritize environmental preservation and a simpler lifestyle, moving away from the “향락주의” (Hyangnakjuui, hedonism) of the “Before Corona” era .
  • He criticizes the pursuit of material wealth, using the example of buying an apartment for only 20 years of use after 50 years of effort .
  • The pandemic has changed social behaviors, leading to a preference for non-face-to-face interactions and a decline in public displays of wealth and entertainment .
  • He warns that further diseases could lead to a collapse of civilization, forcing humanity back to a primitive, agricultural existence .
  • The speaker advises people to abandon attachment to this “dirty land” (더러운 땅) and prepare for “정토” (Jeongto, pure land), or 백궁, as the body begins to decline after age 50 .
  • He concludes by emphasizing the invaluable nature of receiving his voice and holy spirit, which will be recognized as a wise decision in the eternal world of 백궁 .
  • He promises that all problems, including family, career, health, and legal issues, will be resolved for those who listen to his teachings .

Other Useful Information

1. 하늘궁 (Hanuelgung)

  • Description: A special place where visitors can experience miracles, receive blessings, holy spirits, and healing energy . It is considered a waiting area for 백궁 (Baekgung) .
  • Significance: Visiting and meeting Heo Kyung-young is a miraculous event, unique in Earth’s history .
  • Purpose: To prepare individuals for the afterlife and help them transition from a materialistic life to one focused on spiritual growth .

2. Life Stages

  • First 50 years: Characterized by the pursuit of material achievements, ambition, and worldly desires (탐진치) . Metaphorically described as a “black hole” where one accumulates knowledge, money, and relationships .
  • Latter 50 years: Should be dedicated to abandoning worldly desires, upholding moral principles, and preparing for the afterlife . Metaphorically described as a “white hole” where one gives back and reflects on past mistakes .
  • Decline after 50: The body begins to deteriorate, leading to various physical and emotional pains .

3. Environmental Crisis

  • Climate Change: The Earth is experiencing severe climate change, with significant disasters expected by 2030 .
  • Pollution: Coal-fired power plants contribute to severe air pollution (fine dust, carbon dioxide), particularly in South Korea, which ranks low in air quality among OECD countries .
  • Plastic Waste: Widespread plastic pollution in food, air, and water poses a threat to human health .
  • Energy Waste: Excessive energy consumption is contributing to global warming and will lead to future calamities .
  • COVID-19’s Role: The pandemic is seen as a “great teacher” that has awakened humanity to environmental issues and the need for a shift from hedonism to asceticism .

4. “After Corona” Era (금욕 시대 – Geumnyok Sidae)

  • Shift in Values: A transition from hedonism (향락주의) to asceticism (금욕주의), emphasizing environmental preservation and reduced energy consumption .
  • Cultural Changes: A move towards non-face-to-face interactions, reduced emphasis on outward appearance, and a decline in public entertainment and displays of wealth .
  • Future Outlook: Potential for a return to a primitive, agricultural society if environmental disasters escalate .

5. Definitions of Korean Words

  • 얼굴 (Eolgul): Literally means “face,” but interpreted as “the container of the spirit (얼)” .
  • 여름 (Yeoreum): Literally means “summer,” but interpreted as “to cool down heat (열을 식히다)” .
  • 사랑 (Sarang): “Love,” defined as giving joy to others through face, words, material things, and actions .
  • 사람 (Saram): “Person,” defined as someone who possesses faith in God, filial piety, love for spouse, and education for children .

6. Gender Differences

  • Female Cells: Described as “complete cells” due to the early and abundant production of eggs during fetal development .
  • Male Cells: Described as “incomplete cells” due to their constant desire for women .