Cultivation of Contemporary Calligraphers’ Humanistic Literacy -- Taking the Philology as an Example
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cultural literacy in philology, calligraphic philology, epigraphy, Chinese character cultureAbstract
In the contemporary era, calligraphers are called upon to diligently cultivate and elevate their humanistic literacy. This article posits that leveraging philology as a vehicle for enhancing calligraphers’ humanistic qualities represents a path ripe for exploration. Within the current academic landscape, there is a pronounced emphasis on the practical utility of philology for calligraphers, highlighting its instrumental role, while its profound significance in fostering calligraphers’ humanistic literacy remains largely overlooked. Consequently, this article delves into the cultivation of the contemporary calligraphers’ humanistic literacy through the prism of philological research, encompassing the exploration of newly discovered written materials and the rich tapestry of Chinese character culture.
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