Research Of Grand Canal Area Women's Daily Life During In Ming And Qing Dynasties

During the Ming and Qing dynasties,the regional commodity economy of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal developed,the culture flourished and the ideas were open.As an important member of the family and social life,in this historical period and under the social environment,women have what kind of living state,what social role are they playing,what social responsibility are they undertaking? This article describes from the five aspects of daily production and labor,commodity activities,social entertainment,religious belief,culture and education,and makes a thorough analysis of the daily living materials of women in the region.In detail,in the field of production,women in the region are generally engaged in textile production,and a number of professional women have emerged,who are involved in handicraft production and commercial activities,and their income from labour has become an important source of income for the family.In the field of life,women are increasingly diversified in clothing,have a tendency to luxury,have a higher pursuit of clothing,and even appear in some places " devil clothes ".In the field of entertainment and social activities,women actively participate in entertainment and leisure activities,and their contacts with the outside world are expanding day by day,which has not only achieved the goal of relaxation and entertainment,but also broadened their horizons,changed their minds and improved themselves.In the field of religious beliefs,the choices of women's beliefs are becoming increasingly diverse.In particular,along the canal from south to north spread along the Tianfei,Shandong and Jiangbei Canal area Bixia Yuanjun,as well as the Jiangnan Canal area Quan Yin and other gods gradually flourished,Women also often participate in a variety of ways,such as going out to incense,attending Buddhist ceremonies,and listening to the law.In the field of culture and education,the prosperous economy of the canal region in the Ming and Qing dynasties brought a strong cultural atmosphere.The traditional concept of "women's incompetence is virtue" has changed greatly.Women should not only read,accept the education in the "financial management",but also have some poetry,painting and so on,so many talented women emerge.In short,the business and cultural atmosphere of the Grand Canal area inthe Ming and Qing Dynasties is strong,which has brought about some changes in women's social life and lifestyle.A detailed study of women's groups in this region from a lifestyle perspective not only presents multiple aspects of women's lives,but also further deepens the study of human-centered social history.