Heonjong
The king of the Goryeo dynasty of Korea
About Heonjong
Lived 1084 – 1097 (aged 13).
Heonjong (1 August 1084 – 6 November 1097), personal name Wang Uk, was the 14th monarch of the Goryeo dynasty of Korea. He was the eldest son of King Seonjong. According to the Goryeosa, he was a bright child and excelled in writing by the age of 9.
In the year of his accession, Heonjong was faced by the rebellion of Yi Cha-ui, which was quickly put down. In the following year, he fell ill and gave up the throne to King Sukjong, his uncle.
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Who was Heonjong?
the king of the Goryeo dynasty of Korea
When was Heonjong born?
Heonjong was born on 1 August 1084 in Korea.
When did Heonjong die?
Heonjong died on 6 November 1097.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Heonjong. https://biography.guide/heonjong/
MLA: "Heonjong." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/heonjong/.
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