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  Reflection on Han Confucian Poetics** To Han Dynasty Confucian scholars, poetry’s dual purpose—extolment and satirical criticism—was not merely literary but profoundly political. They institutionalized poetry as a tool for ethical governance, transforming verse into a conduit for moral instruction. *Extolment* reinforced virtuous leadership, aligning rulers with Confucian ideals like benevolence (*ren*) and righteousness (*yi*). Conversely, *satirical criticism* served as "gentle remonstrance," allowing scholars to critique corruption or misrule without direct confrontation, thus upholding loyalty while demanding reform. This framework elevated the *Book of Songs* to canonical status, embedding poetry in statecraft. Figures like Zheng Xuan interpreted allegorical verses as coded social commentary, demonstrating how poetry could subtly influence power. The balance between praise and critique reflected Confucianism’s core tension: reverence for authority versus duty.

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