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almly observing everything unless one abandons all distracting thoughts and biases, and keeps one's mind as clear as a mirror. Later literary critics believed that the state of mind as required for xuanlan has similarities with the state of mind required for literary writing and appreciation 去书内
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    This exposition of "xuanlan" (Pure-minded Contemplation) elegantly unpacks the term’s dual legacy—from a Taoist epistemology to a cornerstone of literary aesthetic thought. Coined by Laozi as a means to comprehend the Dao, it demands a mind purged of distractions and biases, clear as a mirror to observe the world authentically. What makes this analysis compelling is its tracing of the term’s evolution: later literary critics recognized its alignment with the aesthetic mindset needed for creation and appreciation, redefining "xuanlan" as a state of transcendence beyond desire and utility in art. The text masterfully connects Taoist philosophy to literary theory, revealing how a metaphysical concept became a vital lens for understanding artistic perception. It underscores that true artistic insight, like grasping the Dao, arises from a pure, uncluttered mind—an idea that resonates across Chinese intellectual and creative traditions.

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