The article explores how the concept of sovereignty was introduced in late 19th-century Korea. Traditional meanings of sovereignty in Korea and China existed before the Western concept of sovereignty, known as "sovereignty," was adopted. Modern sovereignty concepts were introduced to Korea through international law books like "International Law" and "International Law Review" in the 1870s and 1880s. Newspapers and writings also played a role in spreading these ideas. Terms like "sovereignty" and "national sovereignty" were used in translations and publications. The concept of modern sovereignty in Korea was a blend of traditional and Western ideas, marking a shift in understanding sovereignty in the country.