唐代狮子舞的驱邪纳吉功能研究

On the Function of the Tang Dynasty Lion Dance in Exorcising Evil and Bringing Auspiciousness

唐代宫廷盛行的五方狮子舞,有着祈求天下太平、驱邪祈福的功能。五方狮子舞的驱邪纳吉功能从狮子这一形象登场就已显现,唐代狮子意象更加神化,瑞兽形象更为突出。从它表演的服装、形式、人数等一定程度上也都表现了驱邪纳吉的功能。五方信仰已经渗入到了狮子舞中,与傩戏的驱邪除疫、祈福纳吉的功能融合在一起,五方狮子舞以此丰满了驱傩仪式,强化了辟邪功能。

The Tang Dynasty Wufang lion dance,which was popular in the royal palace,had the meaning of praying for peace,exorcising evil and bringing auspiciousness.These functions had been manifested since the appearance of the lion image.The lion imagery was further deified and the image of auspicious beast was more prominent.To a certain extent,The functions of exorcising evil and bringing auspiciousness are also shown in its performance costumes,forms and numbers of people.Wufang beliefs have infiltrated into the lion dance and merged with the functions of exorcising evil,dispelling epidemics,praying for blessings and bringing auspiciousness of Nuo opera.Wufang lion dance thus enriches the exorcising ritual and strengthens the function of exorcising evil.