Korean tea ceremony

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

Name:

Date:

Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/korean-tea-ceremony

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the tradition name?Darye (다례)
2. What is the philosophical influences?Rooted in Buddhist, Confucian, and Taoist principles emphasizing mindfulness and harmony
3. What is the Korean tea ceremony called?The Korean tea ceremony is called Darye (다례). It is a peaceful tradition that has been part of Korea for more than a thousand years. It is about sharing tea and being calm together.
4. Why do people practice Darye in Korea?People practice Darye to find inner peace and to respect each other. It follows ideas from Taoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism, which teach harmony and mindfulness. The ceremony helps everyone feel calm and connected.

Darye (다례): The Korean tea ceremony, a ritualistic practice focused on etiquette, mindfulness, and the appreciation of tea.
Goryeo Dynasty: A Korean kingdom (918-1392) where tea culture, including court ceremonies, significantly developed.
Joseon Dynasty: A Korean kingdom (1392-1897) that saw the evolution and eventual decline of elaborate court tea ceremonies.
Sobakham (소박함): A Korean aesthetic principle emphasizing simplicity, naturalness, and unpretentiousness, often reflected in Darye.