International Journal of Frontiers in Sociology, 2023, 5(13); doi: 10.25236/IJFS.2023.051316.
Jia Jing
Chinese Philosophy, Xinjiang Normal University, Urumqi, 830017, China
Among the hundred pre-Qin sages, Chuang Tzu's thought is the most aesthetically rich. His concern and exploration of the theory of the relationship between beauty and ugliness reflects his profound thinking and deep humanistic concern for the ultimate problems of mankind. Chuang Tzu expounds his concept of beauty and ugliness in various chapters. In the history of Chinese aesthetics, the aesthetic interest of emphasizing virtue over form was formed, represented by Chuang Tzu. This unique concept of beauty and ugliness of Chuang Tzu has brought infinite inspirations and reflections for future generations to explore the relational theory of beauty and ugliness.
Chuang Tzu, beauty and ugliness, relationism
Jia Jing. An Analysis of the Relationship between Beauty and Ugliness in Zhuangzi. International Journal of Frontiers in Sociology (2023), Vol. 5, Issue 13: 92-99. https://doi.org/10.25236/IJFS.2023.051316.
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