Historedia
Person

Choe Je-u

Events
1
Episodes
4
Years
1863–1864

Every event in Historedia whose sources name Choe Je-u, with the role they cite and all of that event’s episodes. This is not a biography, and mentions are grouped by name, so two people with the same name can share this page.

Events and episodes

  1. Execution of Choe Je-u, founder of the Donghak Movement

    1863–1864

    Role: Founder of Donghak

    1. December 1863 · Jeolla provinceArrest for Heresy

      Choe Je-u was arrested in late 1863 for allegedly preaching heretical and dangerous teachings, following a period of refuge.

    2. 1864 · KoreaContinuation by Successor

      The Donghak movement continued under Choe Sihyeong after Choe Je-u's death.

    3. 5 April 1864 · Joseon jurisdictionGuilty Verdict

      Choe Je-u was tried and found guilty on 5 April 1864, leading to his execution.

    4. 15 April 1864 · DaeguBeheading in Daegu

      Choe Je-u was beheaded on 15 April 1864 in Daegu, marking the end of his direct leadership.

Sources

  1. Ch'oe Cheu Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-23