Explanation 1 · Principles of Creation

Second creation with ㆍㆍ

    ㅛ (yo) is the second sound from Heaven, with the number
    7, which completes Fire.
    ㅑ (ya) is the third sound from Heaven, with the number 9,
    which completes Metal.
    ㅠ (yu) is the second sound from Earth, with the number 6,
    which completes Water.

    The medial sounds are designed to reflect the generative
    order of Heaven and Earth, as well as the numerical
    harmony of the universe.


    Phonetic principle of BalkEo harmony

    Water (ㅗ ㅠ) (o yu) and Fire (ㅜ ㅛ) (u yo) represent the
    initial mixing of BalkIEo, where energies are not fully
    separated.
    Therefore, they are pronounced with the lips rounded,
    indicating a blending state.
    In contrast, Wood (ㅏ ㅕ) (a yeo) and Metal (ㅓ ㅑ) (eo ya)
    represent a state where BalkIEo are fully formed and stable.




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