2. The Subtitle of the Journal: Buddhist Narrative Literature.
3. Author Affiliation: Ghent University, Belgium.
關鍵詞
classical Chinese imagery; poetry; Taixu; lamp and candle
摘要
Taixu 太虛 (1890–1947), a prominent figure in modern Chinese Buddhism, produced a voluminous collection of poetry abounding with diverse classical Chinese images. Notably, the “lamp and candle” (dengzhu 燈燭) holds great significance, reflecting Taixu’s personal affinity with this imagery and an intimate connection to classical Chinese poetry. Acting as a potent Buddhist metaphor, it encapsulates multifaceted sentiments while also intertwining with other evocative images, such as the boat, the moon, and falling leaves. Symbolizing Taixu’s unwavering spirit, it represents his profound dedication to his craft. This article explores Taixu’s literary achievements as a poet by focusing on his adept utilization of “lamp and candle” imagery, complementing the study of his multifaceted and intricate identities. This detailed examination offers novel insights into Chinese literature and Buddhist studies, highlighting the interplay between spiritual practice and artistic expression.
目次
Abstract 1 Keywords 1 1. Introduction 1 2. The Significance of “Lamp and Candle” Imagery in Taixu’s Poetry 2 3. The Mind Lamp: A Buddhist Metaphor 4 4. Taixu’s Personal Emotions in “Lamp and Candle” Imagery 6 5. Three Imagery Groups in Taixu’s Poetry 8 5.1. Night, Fire, Boat, and Lamp (Ye Huo Chuan Deng 夜火船燈) 9 5.2. Forest, Moon, Mountain, and Lamp (Lin Yue Shan Deng 林月山燈) 9 5.3. Falling Leaves and Autumn Lamps (Luoye Qiudeng 落葉秋燈) 10 6. “Lamp and Candle”: A Symbol of Taixu’s Inner Spirit 11 7. Conclusions 13 Funding 14 Institutional Review Board Statement 14 Informed Consent Statement 14 Data Availability Statement 14 Conflicts of Interest 14 Abbreviations 14 Notes 14 References 18
