Abstract: There are abundant ethics thoughts in painting criticism of the Song Dynasty，the critics advocate “morale in heart” and “self cultivation” emphasizing the construction of individual personality，and embodying the confirmation of self life；building character and bearing doctrine are based on the art works，which breed value significance in the association with the works，the creators and the universe；its “Big its heart”，“Viewing life”， "Physical Property" and “Bi de” thought reveal the greatness of heaven and earth，and highlight the life sight of the Song Dynasty art ethics.

Key words: the Song Dynasty, painting criticism, ethics, life