中国古代剑文化演变特征研究——基于《古今刀剑录》与《名剑记》的文献比较

Study on the Evolutionary Characteristics of Ancient Chinese Swordsmanship Culture——Comparative Study of Records of Ancient and Modern Swords and Records of Renowned Swords

通过对陶弘景《古今刀剑录》和李承勋《名剑记》的文本细读和历史背景分析,考察了两书在内容选择、视角取向等方面的异同,并研析各自的时代语境进行诠释,以此反映中国古代不同时期的剑文化演变特征。研究发现,《古今刀剑录》着重于冶炼技术,反映个人经历;而《名剑记》则侧重记录历史文化,体现士人尚武精神。两书均反映其对应时代的社会文化特征。研究旨在通过古代刀剑文化研究加深对中华文明历史积淀的认识,并激励当代社会传承并创新宝贵历史文化遗产。

This article delves into Tao Hongjing'sRecords of Ancient and Modern Swords and Li Chengxun's Records of Renowned Swords through meticulous textual readings and analysis of their historical contexts.It examines the similarities and differences between the two in terms of content selection and perspective,and interprets them in the light of their respective historical settings,thereby reflecting the evolution of sword culture in ancient China during different periods.The study finds that Records of Ancient and Modern Swords places more emphasis on metallurgical techniques and reflects personal experiences,whereas Records of Renowned Swords focuses on recording historical and cultural events,embodying the scholarly spirit of martial valor.Both works reflect the social and cultural characteristics of their respective eras.This research aims to deepen our understanding of the historical accumulation of Chinese civilization through the study of sword culture,and inspire contemporary society to inherit and innovate upon this historical and cultural legacy.