Abstract:

In the process from its spreading to writing, the story of Outlaws of the Marsh was greatly influenced by several sects of Taoism. This influence was reflected in the structure of the text, the development of its plots, and the fate of its characters. The author used Taoist ideas many times to make its framework and background clear and prominent. The three times of using Luotian Daqiao decided on the general trend of the novel. Some Taoist figures such as Dongxuan Zhenren, Luo Zhenren and Jiutian Xu-annu pushed forward the development of the story. And the ideological difference between the Perfect Realization Sect and the Pure and Luminous Sect was also reflected in various groups settled in Mountain Liang.

Key words: Outlaws of the Marsh, religious Taoism