신여자

1. 본문

"신여자" (Sinyeoja) can have a few different meanings depending on the context:

• New Woman (신여성/Sinyeoseong): This is the most common meaning. It refers to educated women during the opening period of Korea and the Japanese colonial period. These women pursued new values and attitudes different from the existing order, often causing social controversy. They were also called "신여자" (Sinyeoja).
• "New Women" Magazine (신여자): This was an early Korean women's magazine founded in February 1920 by Kim Iryeop. The magazine covered topics such as women's home life, cooking, and food, but also advocated for women's rights and sexuality, emphasizing that women are equal to men. It featured writings and columns promoting women's education. Contributors included Kim Iryeop, Na Hye-seok, Kim Myeong-soon, and Park In-deok. The magazine published only four issues.
• God, deity, or providence: The word "신" can have various meanings such as god, deity, or providence.