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King Sosurim

小獸林王King

Sosurim was the 17th king of Goguryeo, reigning from 371 to 384. In 372 he adopted Buddhism from the Former Qin, founded the Taehak national academy, and promulgated a code of law, thereby reorganizing the kingdom's system of governance. These reforms are significant for laying the groundwork on which Goguryeo would later build its golden age.

Key achievements

  • Adopted Buddhism (372), established Taehak academy, promulgated legal codes — reorganized Goguryeo's state system