The concept of cultural genes is a significant component of Xi Jinping Thought on Cul-ture.It represents an innovative interpretation built on the synthesis of traditional Chinese philosophi-cal schools,including Confucianism,Neo-Confucianism,and Xin(Heart-Mind)Theory,as well as a critical adaptation of the Western concept of cultural genes.This conceptual framework is formed through a detailed study of the definition,inherent value,and transmission pathways of cultural genes,resulting in a system of ideas that are both inheritable and expansible.The cultural genes in Xi Jinping Thought on Culture include elements such as the genes of splendid Chinese traditional cul-ture,revolutionary red culture,advanced socialist culture,green ecological culture,and the exempla-ry cultural genes of all human civilizations.These elements exhibit a distinctive unity of knowledge and action,characterized by the integration of theory and practice,and come with clear practical de-mands.To study and implement the cultural gene theory in Xi Jinping Thought on Culture,it is es-sential to deeply understand its rich connotations,closely link the inheritance of cultural genes with the cultivation of socialist core values,and integrate these concepts into all fields and the whole pro-cess of economic,political,cultural,social,and ecological civilization construction,so as to continu-ously enhance the country's cultural soft power and the global influence of Chinese culture,infusing strong spiritual and cultural energy into the process of Chinese-style modernization.
Xi Jinping Thought on CultureCultural Gene TheoryModern Civilization of Chinese Nation