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This study analyzed research trends in 784 academic papers related to the Analects of Confucius (論語) published in Korea over 24 years from 2000 to 2023 using text mining techniques. The analysis revealed four main thematic areas in Analects research: Confucianism and Zhu Xi studies in the Joseon Dynasty, Confucius' moral and ethical values, Confucian education and its modern applications, and Confucian philosophy and politics. These research trends demonstrate that the Analects remain an important subject of study in modern Korean academia and are actively researched across various disciplines. However, with the rapid development of the digital age and the proliferation of AI technology, it is time to reconsider traditional humanities research methodologies. This study proposes future directions for Analects and humanities research, including returning to the exploration of human essence and spirituality, developing new research methodologies utilizing digital technology, expanding interdisciplinary research and collaboration, and reconsidering the roles of humanities researchers and research evaluation methods. In conclusion, the humanities retain significant meaning even in the face of digital age challenges and may serve as an even more important guide in the era of AI and big data. Therefore, future humanities research should open new horizons through a harmony of traditional interpretation and modern methodologies, and a re-recognition of the intrinsic value of the humanities.
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