The modern interpretation of Lu Ji's Shi Yuan Qing theory is believed to have strayed from his original ideas, as it is based on a misunderstanding of the text. Scholars argue that the theory, which emphasizes expressing emotions in poetry, actually aligns with Confucian teachings rather than breaking away from them. The misconception arose in the Qi-Liang dynasty, not during Lu Ji's time, leading to a misinterpretation of the theory's true meaning.