Heonsuk
Queen consort of Goryeo
About Heonsuk
Born 951. Heonsuk was a Korean.
Queen Heonsuk of the Gyeongju Kim clan (; 937–?), or known as Empress Heonseung , was a Silla princess and the second daughter of King Gyeongsun and Princess Nakrang. She later became a Goryeo queen consort through her marriage with King Gyeongjong as his first and primary wife.
Posthumous name In April 1002 (5th year reign of King Mokjong), name On-gyeong was added. In March 1014 (5th year reign of King Hyeonjong), name Gong-hyo was added. In April 1027 (18th year reign of King Hyeonjong), name Yang-hye , Ui-mok and Sun-seong was added. In October 1056 (10th year reign of King Munjong), name Hoe-an was added. In October 1253 (40th year reign of King Gojong), name In-hu was added to her posthumous name too.
In popular culture Portrayed by Yang Eun-young in the 2009 KBS2 TV series Empress Cheonchu.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Heonsuk?
Queen consort of Goryeo
When was Heonsuk born?
Heonsuk was born in 951.
What nationality was Heonsuk?
Heonsuk was Korean.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Heonsuk. https://biography.guide/heonsuk/
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