Architecture of Daoism
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Architecture occupies an important place in traditional Chinese culture and is a very characteristic part of it. The preserved monuments of traditional Chinese culture can express special feelings of space and time inherent in different eras, combine different aesthetic concepts, but most importantly, they invariably manifest the best qualities of the Chinese people.
Since ancient times, belief in immortality and immortals in China has been expressed through two main paths and assumed two spiritual orientations: the first path consisted of achieving longevity and eternal life for an individual, and the second path consisted of achieving harmony and stability in society. This is the main reason for the emergence of Daoism as an authentically Chinese religion, the birth and development of which are determined by the entire ancient culture of China.
During the Tang Dynasty, extensive temple construction took place, and it was a time of unprecedented flourishing of Daoist monasteries and Daoist architecture as a whole. During the reigns of the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasties, the development of the religion continued, and Daoist architecture spread throughout China.
This edition is distinguished not only by the thoroughness of its approach and the accuracy of its presentation, but also by its beautiful illustrations. It will be useful to specialists as well as to anyone interested in ancient Chinese architecture. In China, this book has received high praise from scholars and has been awarded the prestigious "National Book Award of China".
Since ancient times, belief in immortality and immortals in China has been expressed through two main paths and assumed two spiritual orientations: the first path consisted of achieving longevity and eternal life for an individual, and the second path consisted of achieving harmony and stability in society. This is the main reason for the emergence of Daoism as an authentically Chinese religion, the birth and development of which are determined by the entire ancient culture of China.
During the Tang Dynasty, extensive temple construction took place, and it was a time of unprecedented flourishing of Daoist monasteries and Daoist architecture as a whole. During the reigns of the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasties, the development of the religion continued, and Daoist architecture spread throughout China.
This edition is distinguished not only by the thoroughness of its approach and the accuracy of its presentation, but also by its beautiful illustrations. It will be useful to specialists as well as to anyone interested in ancient Chinese architecture. In China, this book has received high praise from scholars and has been awarded the prestigious "National Book Award of China".
Cover:
Cover:hardcover
Category:
- Category:History & Geography
- Category:Architecture & Constructing
Dimensions:
Dimensions:24.2x17.5x2 cm
ISBN:
ISBN:9785907646056
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