董其昌의 畵論에 나타난 禪思想 硏究

Abstract

In China, ancient thought and culture cannot be discussed without considering the ideasof Seon Buddhism, which implies that it had a great influence on artists throughout history Therefore, the works of the great Chinese painter Dong Qichang were likely by as well. Examining the work of Dong Qichang, in consideration of the Buddhist scriptures or Seon Buddhism, we can see that he intended to show that one can discover truth but it is difficult to achieve constant enlightenment. His 『Hwaan』, 『Hwaseonsil Essay』, or 『Hwasi』 contain his distinct beliefs about Namjong and Bukjong; however, from the fact that he deemed the thought of Namjong to be superior, we can see how he attempted to express his beliefs in his Namjong literatpainting in a more outstanding, albeit, fragmentary way. The development of Namjong painting reflects how Dong Qichang became a person who not only understood the true nature of reality but also reached the world of Beop and Byeon. But, Qichang Dong was creative in that he was not satisfied with merely describing the world around him but extended it into his own literary world.