Wen Dao Theory of Parallel Prose in the Qing Dynasty
The relationship between parallel prose and Dao is one of the fundamental points of parallel prose theory,and it is one of the important values of its writing.In the collection of parallel prose in the Qing Dynasty,many prefaces and postscripts discuss the origin,characteristics,and functions of parallel prose from the perspectives of philosophical history,intellectual history,and literary history,with the core being the relationship between"Dao"and"Wen".This article discusses the relationship between Chinese and Taoism in Qing Dynasty parallel prose from four perspectives:the origin of Dao,the origin of parallel prose from Taoism,the dual emphasis on prose and Taoism.Parallel prose should not be a shackle for expressing and carrying Dao,but should be its assistance.