There is a saying at home: Children and grandchildren enjoy happiness.
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1. Symbol of bamboo in China culture: Bamboo has a lofty position in the traditional culture of China, and has been endowed with the symbol of tenacity, purity and tolerance. In meaning, bamboo is often associated with virtues such as high morality, indifference to fame and fortune, so it is regarded as auspicious.
2. Growth characteristics of bamboo: Bamboo has tenacious vitality and fast growth speed, and there is a saying that "the days are long and the nights are long". This echoes the proverb "children and grandchildren enjoy happiness" and expresses the meaning of bamboo handed down from generation to generation.
3. The influence of bamboo culture: Bamboo culture has a far-reaching influence on China's art, architecture and literature. Bamboo is one of the four traditional gentlemen in China. It is often used as a theme in painting, and it is also one of the favorite themes of literati.
4. Bamboo Art and Handicraft Art: The traditional bamboo art in China has various forms, such as bamboo weaving, bamboo carving and bamboo carving. These art forms reflect people's unique understanding of bamboo, and at the same time, they also inherit rich handicraft skills.
5. Bamboo and architecture: In traditional China architecture, bamboo is often used to build temporary pavilions and bridges, and its lightweight and sturdy characteristics become an indispensable part of architecture.
6. Musical expression of bamboo culture: Bamboo has a unique position in China's traditional music. Musical instruments such as bamboo flute and Xiao are often used to play China's traditional music, expressing a fresh and quiet atmosphere.
7. Bamboo and tea culture: Bamboo is closely related to tea culture, and tea sets are often made of bamboo cups and saucers. The application of bamboo in tea culture highlights a simple and quiet life concept.
8. Seven sages of bamboo forest: The connection between bamboo and literati is reflected in the legend of seven sages of bamboo forest. These seven literary heroes often get together in bamboo forests to express their yearning for a fresh and noble life.
9. Bamboo and environmental protection: Due to its fast growth and strong reproducibility, modern society pays more and more attention to bamboo. The production and use of bamboo products are helpful to reduce dependence on wood resources and conform to the concept of environmental protection.
1. Application of bamboo in the world: Besides China, bamboo is also widely used in the world. In some areas, bamboo is used in the production of buildings, furniture and handicrafts, which has played its unique economic and cultural value.
Generally speaking, "Bamboo at home is a blessing for future generations" is not only a traditional proverb, but also a praise for the unique quality of bamboo, as well as deep thinking on traditional culture, environmental protection, literature and art, etc.
Reference materials:
"A Brief History of Western Popular Music" edited by You Jin