December 26, 2020-1263rd-Comparison of Heo Kyung-young’s National Dividend System and the Basic Income System
1. Character Profiles
허경영 (Heo Kyung-young) | Speaker | Presents his political views, particularly on the National Dividend System, and criticizes current government policies.
이건희 (Lee Kun-hee) | Former Chairman of Samsung | Mentioned in the context of Heo Kyung-young’s predictions about Samsung’s future.
이재용 (Lee Jae-yong) | Current Chairman of Samsung | Mentioned in the context of Heo Kyung-young’s predictions about Samsung’s future.
박근혜 (Park Geun-hye) | Former President of South Korea | Mentioned in the context of Heo Kyung-young’s predictions about her impeachment.
심청 (Shim Cheong) | Character from a Korean folktale | Used as an analogy to explain the concept of “봉사” (service).
심봉사 (Shim Bong-sa) | Character from a Korean folktale, Shim Cheong’s father | Used as an analogy to explain the concept of “봉사” (service).
맥아더 (MacArthur) | General | Mentioned in the context of the Korean War and the UN forces.
트루만 (Truman) | Former US President | Mentioned in the context of the Korean War and MacArthur’s appointment.
애치슨 (Acheson) | Former US Secretary of State | Mentioned in the context of the “Acheson Line” and its impact on the Korean War.
3. Scene-by-Scene Summary
#1 (00:00:00) Introduction to the Lecture
The 1263rd Saturday lecture begins .
Heo Kyung-young, described as a mentor with infinite abilities who accurately predicts the future, is introduced .
#2 (00:00:40) National Dividend vs. Basic Income
Heo Kyung-young discusses the difference between the National Dividend System and the Basic Income System .
The National Dividend is a rightful entitlement, while Basic Income is state assistance .
Receiving Basic Income is considered shameful for a nation like South Korea, which ranks 11th globally .
He emphasizes that the National Dividend is a rightful payment for citizens .
#3 (00:02:20) South Korea as a Corporation
South Korea is likened to a corporation, with the President as CEO, citizens as shareholders, politicians as directors, and public officials as employees .
The national budget of 558 trillion won is spent by the President, politicians, and public officials, with nothing given to the citizens .
#4 (00:03:20) Criticism of Current Tax System
Heo Kyung-young criticizes the current tax system, including acquisition tax, capital gains tax, and property tax, arguing they are unjust .
He states that these taxes make homeownership akin to renting, as owners pay various fees like bank interest, maintenance fees, and property tax .
He proposes abolishing property tax, car ownership tax, and inheritance tax .
The government’s plan to raise public land values to 90% of market price is seen as a way to increase property taxes .
#5 (00:06:00) Infringement of Citizens’ Rights
The current tax laws infringe upon citizens’ three fundamental rights: the right to life, ownership, and equality .
He criticizes politicians for exploiting citizens instead of helping them achieve wealth redistribution .
South Korea, despite being the 12th largest economy, has a low quality of life for its citizens, ranking around 152nd, and a high suicide rate .
He condemns the government’s actions, such as raising public land values and imposing excessive fines, as oppressive .
He clarifies that his criticism targets the system, not specific individuals .
#6 (00:08:00) Citizens’ Eight Rights
Heo Kyung-young lists the eight fundamental rights of citizens: the right to claim, equality, participation, social rights, freedom, survival, ownership, and equality .
He argues that these rights are being violated .
He cites the “Songpa three-mother-and-daughter suicide” case as an example of the government’s failure to protect citizens’ right to life .
He claims that if the National Dividend System were in place, the family would have received 4.5 million won per month, preventing their tragedy .
#7 (00:10:00) National Dividend System Details
The National Dividend System provides a minimum of 1.5 million won per month to all citizens aged 18 and above, regardless of employment status .
This amount can increase (maximum) if government spending is reduced .
This system encourages citizens to monitor government spending, acting as “budget watchdogs” .
He contrasts this with the Basic Income, which is a fixed amount and does not incentivize budget reduction .
He claims his policies, including the National Dividend, are based on accurate future predictions .
He mentions his predictions about Samsung’s leadership change and Park Geun-hye’s impeachment as evidence .
#8 (00:13:00) Solutions for National Issues
He proposes giving 100 million won for marriage and 100 million won for childbirth as part of his policies .
He asserts that South Korea would become a “paradise on earth” with these policies .
He reiterates that the National Dividend is a minimum of 1.5 million won, with the potential to increase to 2-3 million won .
He criticizes the current system where government and politicians consume the budget, leading to poverty and suffering for citizens .
He emphasizes that current laws are “evil laws” that must be changed .
#9 (00:15:00) Role of Public Officials
He defines public officials as “봉사자” (servants) who serve the public .
He uses the story of Shim Cheong and Shim Bong-sa to illustrate the concept of selfless service .
He explains that public officials should guide and protect citizens, especially those who are “blind” or unaware .
He suggests replacing the term “장애인” (disabled person) with “보자” (one who needs to be seen/helped) or “봉사” (servant) .
#10 (00:18:00) Impact of National Dividend
The National Dividend System would restore the dignity of South Korean citizens as members of a top 10 global economy .
Without it, wealth concentrates among the privileged, leaving ordinary citizens impoverished .
A family of five receiving 2 million won each would get 10 million won per month, making them middle class .
He criticizes the current system where politicians and government officials consume vast amounts of money, leading to national debt and a high suicide rate .
He proposes abolishing salaries for National Assembly members and local council members, making them unpaid volunteers .
#11 (00:20:00) Heo Kyung-young’s Vision
He believes his policies, like the National Dividend, are being adopted by other politicians .
The National Dividend System would fully realize citizens’ eight rights .
It would create a virtuous economic cycle where taxes from the wealthy return to the citizens .
He predicts that people will eventually recognize him as a savior .
He defines “말세” (the end times) as a society where traditional virtues like filial piety, loyalty, and integrity are lost .
He claims that a “sacred emperor” will appear in these times, initially seen as a madman, but eventually revered globally .
This figure will emerge in the “해인 시대” (Haein era), an age of interconnectedness .
#13 (00:23:00) Korean Peninsula’s Significance
He highlights the Korean Peninsula’s unique historical significance, being a focal point for global powers and the site of the only UN-led war .
He claims to have been born during the Korean War in 1950, surviving extreme conditions .
He suggests that the UN forces came to Korea because of his spiritual influence .
He criticizes the “Acheson Line” declaration for excluding Korea from US defense, leading to the Korean War .
He warns that political instability in the US could trigger another conflict on the Korean Peninsula .
#14 (00:26:00) Political Deception and Solutions
He accuses politicians of promising happiness but delivering misfortune, like a butcher selling dog meat as lamb .
He claims that politicians take all the “good meat” (wealth) and leave citizens with “bones” (poverty, illness, debt) .
The National Dividend System would prevent this “transfer of wealth” and stop the cycle of poverty and suicide .
He advocates for policies that benefit both the rich and the poor, such as abolishing inheritance tax to protect domestic businesses .
He emphasizes that the National Dividend has both a minimum and maximum, which supporters should clearly explain .
He plans to run for Seoul mayor, promising to cut the city’s budget by 70% and use his own money for official expenses .
He vows to eliminate unnecessary projects and ensure accountability .
#15 (00:29:00) Importance of Citizen Well-being
He stresses the importance of preventing citizen suicides, citing the Songpa three-mother-and-daughter case as a critical failure .
He criticizes policies that only provide minimal support to the poor, trapping them in a cycle of poverty .
He advocates for concrete policies like “no property tax in Seoul” and “a nation that gives National Dividends” .
He believes that filling citizens’ pockets will motivate them to work harder .
He predicts that people will want him to serve indefinitely, even as a “world emperor” .
#16 (00:31:00) Heo Kyung-young’s Destiny
He interprets his name, “허경영,” as meaning “one who is permitted to bring peace to Seoul” .
He claims that Seoul has never been truly peaceful due to invasions and conflicts .
He believes he is destined to bring peace to Seoul, even by moving the UN headquarters to Panmunjom .
He states that his name was given by his father in prison, foretelling his role .
He explains that Seoul is the center from which laws and governance should flow to the provinces and the world, leading to global unification .
He warns that those who fail to understand his message will face hardship and despair .
He attributes citizens’ suffering and debt to the lack of a National Dividend System .
#17 (00:34:00) Conclusion and Blessing
He criticizes politicians for creating wealth inequality and judges for perpetuating injustice .
He asserts that his National Dividend System will change this .
He reiterates that his name signifies his destiny to bring peace and order, starting from Seoul .
He emphasizes that the future leader who unifies Korea and the world must be born in Seoul .
He concludes by leading a spiritual exercise, asking listeners to close their eyes and receive blessings for their material, family, marital, and legal problems .