Document Type
Pre-Qin Times
Publication Date
2-21-2022
Abstract
This episode discusses how a “barbarian” chief gains diplomatic advantages by reciting an ode now included in Shijing. The recitation both asserts and effaces differences between “Chinese” and “barbarian” states. It seeks to redefine the past and argues for equality and amity between Jin and the Rong.
Episode
Episode 4
Recommended Citation
Li, W., & Cai, Z. (2022, Feb 21). The Book of Poetry and Diplomacy: Who is the barbarian? [4]. In How to read Chinese poetry podcast. Hong Kong: Lingnan University. Retrieved from https://commons.ln.edu.hk/poetry_podcast/4/