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Chaos

[공지사항] Acknowledgments_1

Acknowledgments
The publication of Chaos was a long-detoured journey that spanned almost two decades, a testament to the perseverance and dedication that went into its creation. Initially, I designed this manuscript as a master's thesis in art history, theory, and criticism in Chicago, 2005. It could have also served as a Ph.D. dissertation at an academic institution. However, due to myriad …

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[공지사항] [UPDATED] CHAOS_ A Lofty Path to Reach for the Art by YONG SU LEE Paolo

CHAOS
A Lofty Path to Reach for the Art
YONG SU LEE
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[공지사항] Table of Contents

Table of Contents
Acknowledgments
Abstract
I. Preface
II. Introduction - Chaos_comprehensive choice:
III. PAST | Tradition: Purity …

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[공지사항] Abstract_R.

On a sunny morning, I open the front door of my apartment and go out, waiting for the elevator. A man on his way to work and a woman trying to throw away recyclables stand beside each other." hello." We exchange a slightly awkward greeting with each other. We go down together in the elevator we arrive at, get off at the lobby level, and exit through the revolving door to the street. I ent…

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[공지사항] Acknowledgements

Acknowledgements
The publication of Chaos was a long-detoured journey that spanned almost two decades, a testament to the perseverance and dedication that went into its creation. Initially, I designed this manuscript as a master's thesis in art history, theory, and criticism in Chicago, 2005. It could have also served as a Ph.D. dissertation at an academic institution. However, due…

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A Thought on Public Policy: The Quest for Perfection

A Thought on Public Policy: The Quest for Perfection
'Policy': What Does It Mean, and Can a Flawless One Be Created? I began by pondering the questions: "What is the meaning of 'policy,' and can a 'policy' without any flaws or problems be created?" This inquiry is one I harbored, even if only fragmentarily, while studying 'Public Policy & Administration.' To start, let's look at th…

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2025-11-05 13:35:08

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The Catholic Priests' Association for Justice, Korea

The Catholic Priests' Association for Justice, Korea:
“I don't want to make a big deal out of this, but I'd like to hear what Grandpa and Dad think about it. Grandpa and Father, what are your thoughts on ‘the Catholic Priests' Association for Justice, Korea’?” Su asked. “Incidentally, Su, I notice something in your writing that doesn't quite fit the official format,” Father as…

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A Lofty Path to Reach for the Art

V. FUTURE | Choices: Restoration of Tradition and BEYOND
A Lofty Path to Reach for the Art
In Chapter 4, ‘Conversations with Grandfather, Father, and Sue,’ I shared the purpose of this manuscript: ‘Chaos - A Lofty path to reach for the art.’ In Chapter 5, I present ‘A Lofty Path to reach for the art’ through a painting and its interpretation. I originally planned to show a…

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2025-11-03 16:21:09

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Humanity and AI

Humanity and AI
"Grandpa, Dad, just one more thing. With the AI craze going on right now, what will happen next?" Su asked. “Well, it’s hard to predict, but I suspect the world will be largely divided into two camps in the future,” Grandfather said. “How so?” Su asked again. “Those who blindly believe in and develop science like 'AI' and challenge the authority of God,…

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2025-11-02 12:28:33

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Toe-u-i-seon-seong-Jin-jeok

Toe-u-i-seon-seong-Jin-jeok
“What happened to ‘Toe-u-i-seon-seong-Jin-jeok’? Su, would you explain it to us?” Grandfather asked. “I'm having trouble figuring out where to start, so I'll just start briefly. When I was a graduate student in Chicago, I met a female journalist whose father was a three-star general. Her father was incredibly sharp and had a wonderful personality. Her mo…

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2025-10-28 10:52:23

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The Religion_revised

The Religion
“Now we are all Christians—Catholics—but originally, we were not Catholics, right?” Su asked.
“Yes. Originally, we could say that we studied Confucianism and its teachings, learning them through our own lives and practicing them accordingly. I’m not sure we could call these teachings a ‘religion.’ Furthermore, we also believed in ‘Buddhism’ and ‘indigeno…

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2025-10-26 13:13:44

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The Entertainment

The Entertainment
“Grandpa, Dad, the Korean Wave is all the rage these days. What are your thoughts on it? Especially in the pop music industry, it's spreading to other areas like food. Seeing the glamorous lives of many celebrities on TV, I've noticed that not only the younger generations, but even their parents, have come to admire celebrities who were once looked down on as ‘ddan-dda-…

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2025-10-26 13:10:59

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Davis Harvest

"Grandpa, Dad, look at this piece, especially the label. 'The physical possibility of dividing death in half,' Isn't it just fantastic?" Su said. "What is this, a large mackerel cut in half? Is this a work of art?" "Grandpa, Dad, this is considered a masterpiece among modern art pieces and one of the most expensive. Do you believe this? This is modern and contemporary art itself. The title 'The…

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2025-10-17 09:13:24

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James Cartoon

James Cartoon
"Su, can you tell me about this artist?" "Yes, father." "Su, wait a minute, do you know who owns the Fly artwork discussed earlier?" Grandpa asked. "That fly work is a series with owners all over the world, but I know it is in the Four Stars Group Art Museum in Korea. How come, Grandpa?" "I am just curious about that group's philosophy." "As far as I know, it is known as tale…

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2025-10-12 06:37:04

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A thought about the economy

In any field, if money flows in that direction, talented people will flock there. It would be beneficial to select and hire intellectuals, not just the gifted. Then, in which sectors of our society is money and capital currently converging and flowing?

The sector where our money and capital have been converging and flowing in recent decades is the entertainment sector. In fact, the his…

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2025-10-10 03:15:29

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IV. PRESENT | Anti-Tradition: Pollution - INTELLECTUAL VANITY

이강호, 『퇴우이선생진적』중 「발문별지」, 지본수묵, 1977

IV. PRESENT | Anti-Tradition: Pollution - INTELLECTUAL VANITY
Visiting the Biennale: Conversations between Grandfa, Fa, and Yong
(DIALOGIC METHOD 對話法) INTELLECTUAL VANITY 知的虛榮
Hae-hoo 邂逅 - A Serendipitous Encounter…

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Mathematical Analysis of the Comprehensive Choice

Chaos_Choices and Comprehensive Choices:

We objectively examine all the situations in this chaotic environment (the middle course, the beauty of the middle course) and only strive for the best choices in every moment. Then, our lives depend on the continuity of our choices every moment. This kind of choice could also arise from the opposite direction(s). We can also call the choic…

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2025-07-30 10:16:23

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Fundamental limitations of mathematics

Fundamental limitations of mathematics:

Returning to the realm of art, some assert that 'we can prove every work of art and its beauty mathematically.' At first glance, this statement appears reasonable. However, soon, perplexing thoughts and questions arise. 'Is that truly the case?' Although I lack extensive knowledge in mathematics as a field of study, '1+1=2' is one of the most…

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2025-07-30 10:06:16

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III. PAST | Tradition: Purity_2. Jeong-hee Kim (1786~1856)_1st version

2. Jeong-hee Kim (1786~1856)_1st
Chusa Jeong-hee Kim: His Life and Scholarship in ArtJeong-hee Kim (1786–1856), widely known by his pen name Chusa, was a towering figure in late Joseon Dynasty Korea, revered not only as a calligrapher but also as a scholar, painter, epigraphist, and a profound intellectual. His life, marked by both scholarly pursuits and significant political uphe…

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2025-07-29 12:01:53

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IV. PRESENT | Anti-Tradition: Pollution - INTELLECTUAL VANITY Visiting the Biennale: Conversations between Grandfa, Fa, and Yong_1

IV. PRESENT | Anti-Tradition: Pollution - INTELLECTUAL VANITY
Visiting the Biennale:
Conversations between Grandpa (Grandfather), Pa (Father), and Su (Yong-Su)
(DIALOGIC METHOD 對話法) INTELLECTUAL VANITY 知的虛榮
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