Theory of Ecological Aesthetic Realm of Aesthetics of Neo-Confucianism in the Song Dynasty
Neo-Confucianists in the Song Dynasty cherish the ultimate concern for mankind to observe the nature,society and life with the whole thinking of aesthetic ecological significance,constructing a theory of ecological aesthetic realm with a complete system.The theory of ecological aesthetic realm of aesthetics of Neo-Confucianism in the Song Dynasty is mainly reflected in the views about"joy of Confucius and Yan Yuan","happiness of Zeng Dian"and"spiritual state of sages and men of virtue",which complement and mix with each other.The essence is to pursue a heaven and earth realm with the whole of all things,peaceful life and social harmony,which symbolizes a new development level of ancient Chinese aesthetics.
Song DynastyAesthetics of Neo-ConfucianismEcological Aesthetic RealmGreat Beauty of Heaven and EarthPeaceful LifeSocial Harmony