The Emergence and Cultural Implications of the Discourse of"Xuancao Yinan"in the Wei and Jin Dynasties
Xuancao(Orange Day-lily),also known as Yinan-Grass or Forget-Sadness-Grass,is also referred to as Mother-Grass.In the context of pre-Qin era,Xuancao was believed to have the function of forgetting worries,symbolizing a woman's unwavering affection for her beloved man.The discourse of"Xuancao Yinan"emerged during the Wei and Jin Dynasties,associated with the legend of"Nü Qi Gives Birth to Nine Sons",embodying rich cultural connotations.During the Wei and Jin Dynasties,literati composed texts such as"Ode to Yinan Flower",likening Yinan-Grass to the ideal woman,implying its efficacy in promoting marital harmony and the birth of noble offspring.Women,while complying with paternalistic demands,cleverly utilized the discourse of"Xuancao Yinan"to justify the act of wearing Xuancao flowers,enhancing their personal charm.The genesis and cultural implications of the discourse of"Xuancao Yinan"highlighted the influence of patriarchal gender norms on women's lives in one aspect.On the other hand,it demonstrated that women in the Wei and Jin Dynasties were not simply obedient to paternal authority.Within limited space,they could exploit cultural demands of paternal authority to legitimize their"improper"behavior,thus improving their living conditions to a certain extent.
Wei and Jin DynastiesXuancao(Orange Day-lily)Yinan Discourse
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