The Importance and Strategies of Calligraphy in the Transmission of Chinese Culture

DOI: https://doi.org/10.62517/jnme.202510305

Author(s)

Xiayun Zhang*

Affiliation(s)

Mianyang Teachers’ College, Mianyang, Sichuan, China *Corresponding Author

Abstract

This study explores the significance of calligraphy in the transmission of Chinese culture and proposes practical strategies for its preservation. Utilizing literature review and theoretical analysis, it systematically examines the intrinsic connections between calligraphy and Chinese culture, analyzing the core values embedded within calligraphy as a medium of cultural transmission. The research delves into cultural symbolism, philosophical connotations, and aesthetic values of calligraphy, uncovering its unique role as a vital cultural carrier amidst contemporary challenges and the current context of cultural transmission. The findings indicate that calligraphy is not merely a form of written art but also a tangible expression of the spiritual core of Chinese culture, playing an irreplaceable role in maintaining ethnic cultural identity and enhancing cultural confidence. Strategies such as improving educational systems, innovating transmission methods, and integrating calligraphy into modern life can further invigorate its vitality in contemporary cultural transmission, contributing to the sustainable development of Chinese culture.

Keywords

Calligraphy; Chinese Culture; Cultural Transmission; Cultural Carrier; Transmission Strategies

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