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Kim Jong-un Removes His Father And Grandfather From National Oath

Kim Jong-un Removes His Father And Grandfather From National Oath


North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un has removed his father and grandfather from the national oath, which came into effect in the 1970’s when Kim Jong-un’s grandfather Kim Il-sung exercised control over the nation.

The previous oath comprised of ten articles that praised the wisdom and greatness of Il-sung and his son, Jong-il, and was recited by workers, students and members of the armed forces on national holidays. Citizens of North Korea were also required to commit themselves to the ideals of the oath, and “to forever dedicate their lives as if they were worth nothing but for the great achievements of Kim Il-sung, Kim Jong-il and the Workers’ Party of Korea.

The Oath hasn’t been changed in more than forty years, however the country’s current leader has decided it is time for it to be revised. North Korea’s new oath halves the articles, from 10 to 5, and effectively removes Il-sung and Jong-Il from the oath – leaving a brief section on their “will and spirit.

Removal of the past leaders has never been attempted in North Korea before. Will this be a step in the right direction for the nation, moving them into the modern world?