DEFENDED BY A DEMON

in #kr6 years ago

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The medieval Koreans were a superstitious bunch
The unification of Korea during the 7th century AD led to a blossoming culture based around Buddhism. Protection from evil spirits was important and so ‘demon tiles’ were placed on homes, palaces and temples.heir terrifying beast masks were believed to be guardians that would protect the buildings they were on.he beasts, typically depicted with bulging eyes and flared nostrils, were known as ‘Kwimyon’.his example was found at Malbang Temple in South Korea.