论梁山好汉的共性及其成因

On the Common Features of Liangshan Heroes and Its Cause

《水浒传》的一群主人公梁山好汉的共性,一是杀人放火,其成因与当时的背景分不开,更与千百年来践踏与反践踏人权等活动有关。二是多为相貌堂堂强壮士,具备凛然难犯的威严。三是淡化功名,其成因主要接受了“高蹈风尘外”的历代名士的影响。四是不娶、不近女色,其成因是由于过分恪守传统的人道伦理。五是狂饮乱赌,反映出特定的气质。六是仗义疏财,其成因与前人的思想与实践相关联。

The following six points are the common features of Liangshan Heroes. The heroes＇ killing and setting fire have something to do with the historical background. The heroes are handsome and brave. The heroes are not interested in scholarly honor or official rank. Obeying the traditional ethics, the heroes don＇t marry or touch women. The heroes like drinking and gambling. Influenced by their forefathers, the heroes are generous in aiding needy people.