The Korean flag is called taegukki.
Its design symbolizes the principles of the yin and yang in Oriental
philosophy. The circle in the center of the flag is divided into
two equal parts. The upper red section represents the positive
cosmic forces of the yang. Conversely, the lower blue section
represents the negative cosmic forces of the yin. The two forces
together embody the concepts of continual movement and the balance
and harmony that characterize the sphere of infinity. The circle
is surrounded by four trigrams, one in each corner. Each trigram
symbolizes one of the four universal elements: heaven, earth,
fire and water. |
