Muwisa Gamyeokgyoji, Gangjin

Basic information

Designation

Treasure No.2147

Category

Books & Records

Designated year

2021

Location

진안군, 전북특별자치도— 전라북도 진안군 마이산남로 217 (마령면, 금당사)

Coordinates

35.757873, 127.397608Kakao address conversion

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The Gangjin Muwisa Exemption Edict is an official government document issued on August 10, 1457 (King Sejo's third year) exempting Muwisa Temple from miscellaneous corvée labor obligations. This was part of Sejo's broader Buddhist policy initiatives, wherein in 1457 he established Buddhist-related provisions and subsequently issued edicts to major temples granting labor exemptions. Among the original exemption edicts issued during this period, the Muwisa document survives alongside similar documents for Yongmun Temple, Ssangbong Temple, and Gwangdeok Temple, all designated as treasures. The Gangjin Muwisa edict is accordion-bound in good condition, with clear royal signatures and the official seal 'Simyung-ji-bo' remaining visible. This document illuminates early Joseon government documentation practices and provides valuable insights into King Sejo's temple policies and Buddhist understanding. It also contributes to understanding Joseon economic and religious history. As the unique exemption edict document specifically issued to Gangjin Muwisa, it possesses significant historical and bibliographic rarity value.

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