Religious Institutionalization: Understanding Why Leaders practice Shamanism in South Korea
Asia-Pacific Social Science Review March 26, 2025 Pál Koudela
Political and business leaders in South Korea are often the focus of attention these days because of their relation to shamanism. These activities are labeled superstitious and are widely condemned, though they are not new. Despite the overall condemnation, shamanistic practices among leaders, similarly to the wider population, persisted in the long run. There are two distinct parts to the...