July 18, 2020-1240th-Heo Kyeong-yeong’s Candidacy for Seoul Mayor and the Principles of Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, and Division
Character Profiles
허경영 (Heo Kyung-young) | Speaker, “Heavenly God” | A political figure who claims to be a divine being, capable of bestowing blessings and spiritual powers. He advocates for policies like “National Dividend” and “Free Marriage” and emphasizes the importance of voting for him to repay societal debts.
박태준 (Park Tae-joon) | Former CEO of POSCO | A historical figure known for his patriotism and determination in establishing Pohang Iron and Steel Company (POSCO) using Japan’s claim funds instead of foreign loans.
케네디 (Kennedy) | Former US President | A historical figure highlighted for his leadership and resilience during a wartime shipwreck, saving his crewmates.
논설 위원장 (Editorial Writer) | Central Ilbo | An anonymous writer for the JoongAng Ilbo who wrote editorials praising Heo Kyung-young’s policies and vision.
Scene-by-Scene Summary
#1 (00:00:00) Introduction and Welcome to Haneulgung
The speaker welcomes attendees to the 120th Saturday lecture at Haneulgung, a sacred place .
Heo Kyung-young, described as a great politician and eternal teacher, is introduced with applause .
Heo Kyung-young notes that Haneulgung feels like a picnic and describes the planned construction of multiple “Bonggwan” (main halls) and other facilities, including a lake, across a vast area .
He mentions that the land for the lake alone is worth 10 billion won, with an additional 2 billion won for the “sky and land,” totaling 12 billion won for the Haneulgung lecture hall .
He states that Haneulgung is a pre-destined location, a “womb-shaped” area, and that all these facilities will eventually serve people for 300 years, including a hospital, silver town, and golf course .
#2 (00:06:50) Heo Kyung-young’s Candidacy and the Concept of “Add, Subtract, Multiply, Divide”
Heo Kyung-young discusses his candidacy for Seoul Mayor and the concept of “Add, Subtract, Multiply, Divide” (가감승제), questioning what brings profit, loss, multiplication, or division .
He explains that his “blessing” (축복) completely erases past sins, including those related to abortion, making individuals “zero” in their past and “100” in their present .
He compares this blessing to a presidential pardon, but at a higher level, an “eunchong” (grace) that removes all karma from past, present, and future lives .
He emphasizes the importance of considering “three lives” (삼생) when dealing with people to avoid conflict, as current grievances might stem from past life interactions .
He states that everyone is indebted to their parents, heaven, teachers, and the nation, citing the sacrifices made during the Korean War .
He urges people to reflect on their contributions to their parents, teachers, and the nation, rather than focusing on what they receive .
He claims that he has lived a life of dedication, avoiding vices, to fulfill his mission as a divine being .
He refutes accusations of being a “swindler,” stating that he has never been convicted of fraud and that presidential candidates undergo strict background checks .
He argues that in a broader sense, everyone is a “swindler” because they consume the fruits of farmers’ labor without fully appreciating their effort .
He expresses deep gratitude for food, always feeling pain when eating because he recognizes the immense effort of farmers .
He concludes that people are “debtors” to farmers, the nation, and their ancestors, and that voting correctly is the way to repay these debts .
#3 (00:27:00) Examples of Leadership and Patriotism
Heo Kyung-young highlights the patriotism of US presidents, many of whom were war veterans, like George H.W. Bush and Dwight D. Eisenhower .
He recounts John F. Kennedy’s leadership during a shipwreck in the Pacific, where Kennedy, despite being stranded on a deserted island, found a way to signal for rescue by carving a message on a coconut .
He emphasizes that Kennedy’s perseverance and ingenuity saved his crewmates and ultimately contributed to his presidency .
He then tells the story of Park Tae-joon, the founder of POSCO, who faced a challenge in securing a loan from a US company .
Park Tae-joon, after being rejected for the loan, was inspired by Korean immigrants working in Hawaiian sugarcane fields to use Japan’s reparations funds (대일 청구권 자금) to build POSCO .
Heo Kyung-young praises Park Tae-joon’s decision to prioritize national interest over personal gain, refusing high-interest European loans that would have made POSCO subservient to foreign powers .
He recounts a conversation between Park Tae-joon and President Park Chung-hee, where Park Tae-joon famously said, “An elephant does not walk on the path of its young,” signifying his refusal to compromise national sovereignty .
He concludes that true leaders, like Park Tae-joon, prioritize the nation’s well-being over personal profit .
#4 (00:40:00) The Power of Heo Kyung-young’s Blessings and Policies
Heo Kyung-young asserts that he is a divine being from a distant star, here to connect with humanity, and that people often fail to recognize him .
He explains the difference between “blessings” (축복) and “holy spirit” (성령): blessings can be withdrawn, but the holy spirit, once given, cannot be removed by him and only leaves if the recipient commits bad deeds .
He claims to be able to bestow blessings and the holy spirit over the phone, which he says no other religion can do .
He states that those who meet him at Haneulgung are the most successful people on Earth .
He reiterates that people are “debtors” and that voting for him is the easiest way to repay all debts to heaven, him, the nation, parents, teachers, and farmers .
He emphasizes that his name, “Heo Kyung-young,” literally means “one who is permitted to bring peace to Seoul,” making him the destined leader for Seoul, which he considers the world’s true capital .
He explains that “add” (가) and “subtract” (감) are positive, as blessings add good and subtract evil, but “multiply” (승) and “divide” (제) are associated with “enemies” and “sinners” and should be avoided .
He illustrates this with an analogy: 1+1=2 (addition, growth) versus 1×1=1 (multiplication, stagnation), advocating for an “additive” mindset .
He shares a story of three daughters, where the youngest, by asking for a daily doubling of 1 won for a month, accumulated 1.1 billion won, demonstrating the power of exponential growth (addition, not multiplication in his context) .
He concludes that “add, subtract, multiply, divide” is a calculation for geniuses, and that multiplication and division lead to stagnation .
#5 (00:48:00) Media Recognition and Future Vision
Heo Kyung-young presents articles from the JoongAng Ilbo, where an editorial writer discusses the societal problems of marriage and housing costs .
The writer suggests that “free marriage” (무상 결혼) is a priority over free education or childcare, and that Heo Kyung-young’s proposal of giving 100 million won for marriage is gaining renewed attention .
The article also mentions that some politicians are considering inviting Heo Kyung-young to run for president .
Another JoongAng Ilbo article from a previous presidential election describes Heo Kyung-young as “Heobonjwa” (허본좌, “Original Master Heo”), comparing other candidates to “small potatoes” .
The article praises Heo Kyung-young’s “Ten Commandments-like” policies, such as cutting 100 National Assembly members, providing 1.5 million won monthly for non-regular workers, and giving 1 million won monthly to small business employees .
It also highlights his “Five Liberations” (5대 해방): liberation from exams (one subject only), marriage (100 million won), tuition (free), military service (abolition of conscription), and employment (state-provided jobs) .
The article credits Heo Kyung-young with pioneering “entertainment politics” and his song “My Eyes” (내 눈을 바라봐), which topped music charts .
He claims that Psy’s “Gangnam Style” might not have existed if he had challenged Psy for taking his “Rinau” (라이나우) concept .
He concludes that his policies are decades ahead of their time and that voting for him is the key to solving all problems and repaying all debts .
#6 (01:00:00) Demonstration of Blessings and Spiritual Power
Heo Kyung-young demonstrates the power of his “blessing” by having attendees test their physical strength while thinking of their ancestors’ graves .
He shows that those who have received his blessing exhibit increased strength when thinking of their ancestors’ graves, indicating that the blessing transforms ancestral burial sites into “auspicious grounds” (명당) .
He also demonstrates that the blessing can remove the “sin of abortion,” making individuals strong when thinking about it, whereas those without the blessing show weakness .
He explains that the blessing is not simple but profoundly transformative .
He then bestows the “holy spirit” and “five angels” upon attendees, instructing them to close their eyes and empty their minds (무념무상) to receive the spiritual power more effectively .
He commands that all problems related to children, finances, legal issues, real estate, and health be resolved .
He concludes by displaying a message on a blackboard, “May every day be a good day” (날마다 좋은 날이 되라), and discusses the concept of “Cheoryeom Sangjeong” (처렴상정), meaning to remain pure even in defiled surroundings, like a lotus flower .
He compares the lotus’s four virtues (cleanliness, permanence, generosity, diligence) to the Mugunghwa (Rose of Sharon), noting that the lotus lacks diligence but offers its roots as food .
He encourages attendees to maintain purity in their difficult lives, reminding them that they are already destined for “Jeongto” (Pure Land) in Baekgung (Heavenly Palace) .
He asks them to always feel as if they are in Haneulgung, even when at home, and concludes the lecture .