Journal of Sinological Studies 漢學研究學刊

中国古代“十二文章”审美文化研究

夏冰月 Bingyue XIA — 2023-12-15

In ancient times, the term “wenzhang” literally means “articles”, could be applied to refer to patterns used to decorate the surface of objects. The "Twelve Articles" in this article refer to the twelve decorative patterns on the crown and imperial robes. As the most important component of the crown and robes, the twelve articles vividly express the different connotations of Chinese aesthetic culture, especially imperial culture in different periods in a symbolic way, which is mainly divided into the "Totem Period" and the "Bi De" Period. In different periods, the use of the twelve articles has also changed, from a symbol of supernatural power closely related to religious concepts to a symbol that highlights their identity and rights and distinguishes between the upper and lower classes. This article explores the aesthetic culture of the twelve articles, traces back to the origin of the twelve articles, examines the evolution path of their use and connotation, and helps us to deeply understand the aesthetic implications and cultural connotations of the twelve articles.

赵翼论“贞观中直谏者不止魏徵”

黄紫晴，余曆雄 Zi Qing OOI, Lee Siong ER — 2023-12-15

Zhao Yi, in the 19th and 20th volumes of "Records of the Twenty-two Historiographies" evaluates the rise and fall of the Tang Dynasty, applying the idea that "Wei Zheng was not the only remonstrator during the Zhenguan Period" as the centrepiece. By discussing the relationship between remonstrators and Emperor Taizong during the Zhenguan period, we can observe the open political atmosphere of that time, where dissenting opinions were welcomed. "Zhenguan" was the second reign title of the Tang Dynasty, lasting for a total of twenty-three years. However, through the analysis in this article, it is evident that Zhao Yi's term "Zhenguan Zhong" does not encompass the entire Zhenguan period; rather, it tends to refer to the early to mid-Zhenguan era. Zhao Yi provides examples of fifteen individuals to illustrate that during the Zhenguan period, there were more than just Wei Zheng as remonstrators. Among them were Xue Shou, Sun Fujia, Ma Zhou, and others. Some of them were generously rewarded, some partially rewarded, and some received no rewards at all. Additionally, there were instances where Emperor Taizong heeded their advice despite being angry. Although this passage discusses Wei Zheng and fifteen other remonstrators, Zhao Yi's primary praise is directed towards Emperor Taizong's ability to accept counsel.

王阳明诗韵研究

崔彦 Yan CUI — 2023-12-15

Based on the Wang Yang-ming QuanJi（《王阳明全集》）published by Shanghai Classics Publishing House（上海古籍出版社）in 2011, this paper studies the rhyme features of Wang Yang-ming’s guti shi（古体诗，old style poem）and jinti shi（近体诗, new style poem）respectively. There are 188 verses and 227 stanzas in Wang Yang-ming’s own guti shi, which can be divided into 16 Rhyme Groups. Compared with the GuangYun （《广韵》）, this Rhyme Groups has been simplified. The prominent features are as follows: Zhi Rhyme Group rhymed with Yu Rhyme Group in Yinsheng Rhyme（阴声韵），finals have been merged in Yangsheng Rhyme（阳声韵）and in Rusheng Rhyme（入声韵）. There are 313 verses in Wang Yangming’s own jinti shi which can be divided into 27 Rhyme Groups. This paper holds that jinti shi reflects actual speech by means of jieyun（借韵）and chuyun（出韵）. The degree to which Wang Yangming’s jinti shi that follows the official rhyme is 89.5%, and the one that reflects the actual sound is 10.5%.

老庄思想与时代意识观

林雍信，嚴家建 Jong Shin LIM, Kah Kean YAM — 2023-12-15

Western psychology has reaffirmed the importance of consciousness and opened up a bridge for mutual exchange between Chinese and Western cultures. While drawing on the revaluation of the value of modern Western psychology, the thoughts of Laozi and Zhuangzi can also reflect the transcendence and diversity of Taoism in consciousness. The thoughts of Laozi and Zhuangzi established the philosophical thinking of the theory of cultivation and the concept of realm in the pre-Qin period. These theories are dominated by "Tao" and "Virtue". Western psychology lacks the exploration of the natural world and classifies it as a category of natural science. At the same time, it does not have a holistic understanding and realisation of "Tao", which has caused limitations and defects. Although transpersonal psychology has absorbed various new concepts of Eastern philosophy, it has not been properly integrated, mainly because the knowledge system of "understanding Tao" and "showing virtue" has not been perfected. This article believes that the thoughts of Laozi and Zhuangzi can make up for these defects.

《华文小学适用佛学》课本寓言故事的文学特点与佛教教育文化传统

潘筱蒨 Shiau Chen PUA — 2023-12-15

Fables are a literary genre that contains moral education, satirical connotations, and warning contents. The textbook Buddhism for Chinese Primary Schools compiled by Master Jin Ming contains many fables. These fables often contain Buddhist concepts of cause and effect, Buddhist teachings, and convey the profound meaning of Buddhism. The fables in the textbook are adapted from stories recorded in Buddhist scriptures or stories spread among Chinese and Indian folk. The purpose of compiling Buddhist textbooks using fables is like the education of the Buddha, using fables to educate the people about Buddhism. This can be said to be the cultural tradition of Buddhist education. Fables are not only rich in literary colour and value, but also play an educational role. This is also the value of fables. This article explores the literary characteristics of the fables in the textbook Buddhism for Chinese Primary Schools so as to understand the cultural tradition and effectiveness of Buddhist education in the fables used in the textbook.

Journal of Sinological Studies 漢學研究學刊

中国古代“十二文章”审美文化研究

赵翼论“贞观中直谏者不止魏徵”

王阳明诗韵研究

老庄思想与时代意识观

《华文小学适用佛学》课本寓言故事 的文学特点与佛教教育文化传统

《华文小学适用佛学》课本寓言故事的文学特点与佛教教育文化传统