Ham Seok-heon
South Korean activist and philosopher (1901-1989) · South Korea · On the map · Activists · Died at 87
Ham Seok-heon was a notable figure in the Religious Society of Friends (Quaker) movement in Korea, and was nicknamed the "Gandhi of Korea." Ham was an important Asian voice for human rights and non-violence during the 20th century, despite numerous imprisonments for his convictions.
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He was a Quaker who concluded that all religions are on common ground in terms of human beings, a view shared by many Quakers.
Country
South Korea
Category
Activists
Type
Activist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1901 to 1989 · aged 87