Lichan Integration and Song Poetry Studies -- Doctoral Library

Author: Zhang Wenli
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Publish Date: 2004-08-01
Features: This book explores the intermingling of Neo-Confucianism and Chan Buddhism from the perspective of cultural philosophy, examining its connection with the theory and practice of Song Dynasty poetry. The author highlights the core concept of "the fusion of principle and Chan," pointing out that this gave rise to new characteristics of Song Dynasty culture, primarily manifested in the theory of cultivating the mind and nurturing the spirit, the epistemology of investigating things to gain knowledge, the mindset of intuitive insight and introspection, and a serene and tranquil aesthetic perspective. The author focuses on analyzing the theory of Song Dynasty poetry under the fusion of principle and Chan, particularly from the aspects of the poet's view of the art of poetry, the artistic thinking characteristics of poetry, the strengthening and emphasis on the content of poetry, and the poetic realm dominated by simplicity, maturity, and elegance. Based on this theoretical foundation, the author conducts case studies and research on Song Dynasty poetry. The author argues that the fusion of principle and Chan shaped the characteristics of Song Dynasty culture and had a profound and far-reaching impact on the theory and practice of Song Dynasty poetry.