Journal of Christian Education in Korea (기독교교육논총)

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A study on Chou Sun-Ae's spiritual formation process in light of Carl Jung's individuation

칼 융의 개성화 과정에 비추어 본 주선애의 영성형성과정 연구

  • Hee-Young Kim (Presbyterian University and Theological Seminary)
  • Received : 2023.06.04
  • Accepted : 2023.06.29
  • Published : 2023.06.30
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Abstract

This study examines the process of Chou Sun-Ae's spiritual formation in the light of Carl Jung's conception of individuation. Spirituality is defined in different ways by different scholars, but most consider self-transcendence as a necessary element. This self-transcendence can occur in the relationship with self, with others, and with the transcendent. In the relationship with the self, it appears as self-objectification; with others, it is as moving toward others; and in the relationship with the transcendent, it moves toward the transcendent. Spirituality is closely related to individual identity, in that it surrounds and integrates life. Spiritual formation is thus closely related to Jung's concept of individuation, as this involves the separation of persona and ego, and shadow recognition which are closely related to the level of self-objectification. In addition, the withdrawal of shadow projection that occurs in individuation is closely related to moving toward others, in that it recognizes the shadow instead of blaming others, allowing one to look at others without prejudice. The fact that Jesus Christ is the symbol of the Self, the driving force of the individuation process, tells us that spirituality leading to a relationship with the transcendent God and Jung's theory are closely related to each other. Thus, if we examine the process of spiritual formation through the Jung's individuation process, we can better understand the psychodynamic dimension of spirituality. This article investigates the process of Chou Sun-Ae's spiritual formation through Jung's individuation process. Throughout her 98 years, Chou Sun-Ae experienced national pain and hardships, as well as personal adversity and difficulties; but through all of these hardships, conflicts, and difficult moments, she accomplished individualization. Therefore, by examining the spiritual formation through individuation in Chou Sun-Ae, I consider the direction of Christian spiritual education. In this study, three main characteristics of Chou Sun-Ae's spiritual formation can be identified. First, through a life of repentance, the identification between persona and ego can be weakened. Second, the ego develops, and individualization is achieved, through a new calling. Third, in shadow integration, the spiritual development comes to recognize Jesus Christ on the cross and achieve the process of sanctification. Investigating the direction of Christian spiritual education through Chou Sun-Ae's spiritual formation indicates that Christian spiritual education should harmonize vertical and horizontal relations and should develop an experience of the transcendent God in everyday life. By this means, the believer can achieve Self-realization and be a true Christian who practices love for God and love for neighbors.

연구 목적 : 본 연구는 융의 개성화 과정에 비추어 본 주선애의 영성형성과정에 관한 글이다. 영성은 학자들에 따라 그 정의가 다양하지만 공통된 특징은 자기초월이라는 것이다. 이러한 자기 초월은 나와의 관계, 타인과의 관계, 초월자와의 관계에서 일어날 수 있는데 나와의 관계에서는 자기 객관화로, 타인과의 관계에서는 타자 지향으로, 초월자와의 관계에서는 초월자를 향하는 것으로 나타날 수 있다. 영성은 삶을 둘러싸고 통합하는 점에서 개인의 정체성과 관계가 깊다. 이러한 영성형성은 융의 개성화 과정과 밀접한 관계가 있다. 그 이유는 융의 페르조나와 자아의 분리, 그림자 인식은 자기 객관화의 차원과 관계가 깊기 때문이다. 또한 개성화 과정에서 일어나는 그림자 투사 철회는 타인을 비난하기보다는 자신의 그림자를 인식하며, 타인을 선입견 없이 바라보게 하는 점에서 타자 지향과 관계가 깊다. 개성화 과정의 원동력인 자기(Self)의 상징이 예수 그리스도라는 것은 초월자 하나님과의 관계로 나아가는 영성과 융의 이론이 밀접한 관계가 있다는 것을 말해준다. 그렇기에 융의 개성화 과정을 통해 영성형성과정을 살펴보면 영성의 심리역동적인 차원을 더 잘 이해할 수 있을 것이다. 본 글은 주선애의 영성형성과정을 융의 개성화 과정을 통해 알아보고자 한다. 주선애는 98년의 생애를 통해 민족의 아픔과 고난, 개인의 역경과 어려움을 겪었지만, 그러한 고난과 갈등, 어려운 순간을 통해 개성화 과정을 이루었다. 따라서 문헌연구로 주선애의 개성화 과정을 통해 영성형성과정을 살펴봄으로써 기독교 영성교육의 방향을 고찰하고자 한다. 결론 및 제언 : 본 연구를 통해 주선애의 영성형성의 특징을 세 가지로 볼 수 있다. 첫째, 회개의 삶을 통해 페르조나와 자아의 동일시가 약화된다는 것이다. 둘째, 새로운 소명을 통해 자아가 발달하고 개성화를 이루는 것이다. 셋째, 그림자 통합의 과정에서 십자가의 예수 그리스도를 경험하고, 성화의 과정을 이룬다는 것이다. 이러한 주선애의 영성형성의 특징을 통해 기독교 영성교육의 방향을 살펴보면 기독교 영성교육은 수직적 차원과 수평적 차원의 조화를 이루는 교육이 되어야 하며, 일상의 삶에서 초월적 하나님을 경험하는 교육이 되어야 한다는 것을 알 수 있다. 이를 통해 참된 자기 자신이 되고 하나님 사랑과 이웃 사랑을 실천하는 참된 그리스도인이 될 수 있을 것이다.

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Acknowledgement

이 논문은 2023년 장로회신학대학교의 지원을 받아 수행된 연구임.

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