The Tale of Genji Describe symbolism in The Tale of Genji by Murasaki Shikibu Asked by bookragstutor on 20 Aug 12:03 Last updated by Jill W on 04 Aug 19:08
In Chapter One, we learn that the perfections of Genji's physical body are symbolic of the perfections of his mind and spirit. His beauty on the inside is reflected by his beauty on the outside, and vice-versa.