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SHS Web Conf.
Volume 222, 2025
2025 3rd International Conference on Education, Psychology and Cultural Communication (ICEPCC 2025)
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| Article Number | 05009 | |
| Number of page(s) | 7 | |
| Section | Literature, Narrative, and Cultural Expression | |
| DOI | https://doi.org/10.1051/shsconf/202522205009 | |
| Published online | 17 September 2025 | |
Ancient and modern: The spiritual value of ancient Chinese literature in contemporary society
School of Foreign Languages, Hebei Normal University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, 050024, China
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Abstract
In response to the psychological issues arising from today’ s fast lifestyle, this paper hopes to explore a path from ancient Chinese literature that can comfort the minds of modern people and help cultivate good moral character. This study mainly proceeds in the following ways: first, it analyzes the conceptions of Confucianism and Taoism, and examines influence. Then, it provides a detailed analysis of representative works-The Chronicle of a Blood Merchant and the writings of Tao Yuanming. The protagonist Xu San Guan in The Chronicle of a Blood Merchant embodies Confucian values; his kindness reflects the idea of “a person of benevolence loves others. In contrast, Tao Yuanming’s works are filled with Taoist thought-he is indifferent to fame and fortune, and expresses a longing for nature. Confucianism and Taoism have been passed down through generations, and these traditional philosophies continue to thrive in the new era.
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