This is the 5056th most frequent Korean word.
깃든
"깃든" means "imbued with," "embedded in," or "filled with."
Here, '깃든다' is used to describe the metaphorical existence or embedding of history within a physical structure.
그 옛 성에는 깊은 역사가 깃든다.
A profound history is embedded in that ancient castle.
In this usage, '깃들어 있었다' expresses the presence or lingering of an abstract concept within an emotional place.
마음속 깊은 곳에 희망이 깃들어 있었다.
Hope resided deep within the heart.
Here, '깃들어 있다' is used to describe the existence or ambient presence of mystery within a location.