National preceptor (in Korean Buddhist tradition)
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In the Korean Buddhist tradition, a National Preceptor is a state-appointed eminent monk recognized for exceptional spiritual authority and doctrinal leadership, often serving as a key advisor to the throne and guide for the sangha.
All labels observed (1)
| Label | Occurrences |
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| National preceptor (in Korean Buddhist tradition) canonical | 1 |
How this entity was disambiguated
This entity first appeared as the object of triple T7629659 — resolving that mention is where its identity was fixed. The disambiguator weighed these candidate entities and picked the highlighted one (or “None”, minting a new entity). This is how homonymy is resolved: the same surface form can point to different entities.
NED1
Entity disambiguation (via context triple)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: National preceptor (in Korean Buddhist tradition) Context triple: [Uisang, hasHonorificTitle, National preceptor (in Korean Buddhist tradition)]
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A.
Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism
The Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism is the largest and most influential school of Korean Seon (Zen) Buddhism, serving as the main representative of traditional Korean Buddhist practice and monastic life.
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B.
Korean Buddhism
Korean Buddhism is a distinct form of Mahayana Buddhism in Korea that blends Buddhist doctrine with native shamanistic and Confucian traditions, emphasizing Seon (Zen) meditation and monastic practice.
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C.
Donghaksa
Donghaksa is a historic Buddhist temple in South Korea, noted for its scenic mountain setting and traditional monastic training.
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D.
Tongdosa
Tongdosa is one of Korea’s most important Buddhist temples, renowned for enshrining relics of the historical Buddha rather than statues in its main hall.
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E.
Zen Master
Zen Master is the famous nickname of legendary NBA coach Phil Jackson, known for his calm, philosophical approach and record-setting championship success with the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers.
- F. None of above. chosen
- G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.
NED2
Entity disambiguation (via description)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: National preceptor (in Korean Buddhist tradition) Target entity description: In the Korean Buddhist tradition, a National Preceptor is a state-appointed eminent monk recognized for exceptional spiritual authority and doctrinal leadership, often serving as a key advisor to the throne and guide for the sangha.
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A.
Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism
The Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism is the largest and most influential school of Korean Seon (Zen) Buddhism, serving as the main representative of traditional Korean Buddhist practice and monastic life.
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B.
Korean Buddhism
Korean Buddhism is a distinct form of Mahayana Buddhism in Korea that blends Buddhist doctrine with native shamanistic and Confucian traditions, emphasizing Seon (Zen) meditation and monastic practice.
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C.
Donghaksa
Donghaksa is a historic Buddhist temple in South Korea, noted for its scenic mountain setting and traditional monastic training.
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D.
Tongdosa
Tongdosa is one of Korea’s most important Buddhist temples, renowned for enshrining relics of the historical Buddha rather than statues in its main hall.
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E.
Zen Master
Zen Master is the famous nickname of legendary NBA coach Phil Jackson, known for his calm, philosophical approach and record-setting championship success with the Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers.
- F. None of above. chosen
Statements (44)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
Buddhist ecclesiastical office
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religious title ⓘ state-appointed monastic position ⓘ |
| appointedBy |
monarch
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state ⓘ |
| associatedWith |
royal court
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state-sponsored temples ⓘ |
| country | Korea NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| domain |
Buddhist doctrine
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monastic discipline ⓘ state–sangha relations ⓘ |
| eligibilityRequirement |
eminent reputation among monks
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recognized doctrinal mastery ⓘ recognized exceptional spiritual attainment ⓘ |
| function |
guide monastic community
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legitimize royal authority through Buddhist doctrine ⓘ oversee Buddhist education ⓘ promote state protection Buddhism ⓘ provide religious counsel to the king ⓘ |
| hasAuthorityOver | Korean Buddhist sangha NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| hasAuthorityType |
doctrinal authority
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spiritual authority ⓘ |
| hasRole |
advisor to the throne
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doctrinal authority ⓘ eminent monk ⓘ guide for the sangha ⓘ spiritual leader ⓘ |
| historicalContext | pre-modern Korean dynasties ⓘ |
| historicalFunction | mediate between monarchy and sangha ⓘ |
| involves |
advising on Buddhist policy
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interpreting Buddhist scriptures for the state ⓘ supervising major Buddhist ceremonies ⓘ |
| recognitionBasis |
doctrinal leadership
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exceptional spiritual authority ⓘ |
| relatedConcept |
Goryeo Buddhism
NERFINISHED
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royal preceptor ⓘ state preceptor NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| religiousTradition |
Korean Buddhism
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Mahayana Buddhism NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| sphereOfInfluence |
Buddhist institutions in Korea
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court politics ⓘ state ritual ⓘ |
| status | highest-ranking Buddhist cleric in the realm ⓘ |
| titleLanguage | Korean ⓘ |
How these facts were elicited
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Instruction
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Input
Subject: National preceptor (in Korean Buddhist tradition) Description of subject: In the Korean Buddhist tradition, a National Preceptor is a state-appointed eminent monk recognized for exceptional spiritual authority and doctrinal leadership, often serving as a key advisor to the throne and guide for the sangha.
Referenced by (1)
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