The Legend Of Tangun. The legend of Tangun is an example of religious and philosophical syncretism involving Korean indigenous belief and the old Chinese trinity of Heaven, Earth and Man. The life of Tangun is the result of both magical and heavenly intervention and represents the foundation myth of Korea and ongoing Korean culture. 5 pgs. 5 f/c. 3b. Pages: 5 Bibliography: 3 source(s) listed Filename: 3535 Legend of Tangun.doc Price: 44.75