In the ancient Chinese civilization, countless creations full of wisdom demonstrated the profound wisdom of the ancestors who looked around nature and gained insight into people's hearts. In these creations, some daily necessities not only carry the practicality of daily life, but also the historical witness of the wisdom of the ancients. For example, in the management of banquet food, a small and delicate cup, the fair cup, has become a symbol of etiquette and fairness in ancient society with its unique design philosophy, exquisite craftsmanship and profound meaning.
The fair cup, also known as the non-drinking cup, self-drinking self-stop cup, is an ancient wine vessel, and its appearance reflects the ancients' understanding and pursuit of temperate drinking. From the point of view of appearance, the fair cup is often elegant, using superb technology, the outside of the cup body is often engraved with beautiful patterns, such as chrysanthemum petal pattern, entwined branch lotus pattern, etc., these ornaments are not only beautiful, but also contain profound symbolic meaning. For example, the lotus flower is often a symbol of nobility and incorruptibility because of its unstained nature of coming out of the mud.
The most striking thing about the cup is its internal design, with an old man in the center of the cup, and this old man is the so-called "fair man". The glass makes clever use of siphoning, and when the height of the wine is higher than the chest of the fair, the wine will flow out of a hidden channel and into the tray below, which means that no matter how greedy the guests are, the wine in the glass will never overflow, implying that drinking should be done in moderation and not excessively.
This cup is not only a cultural embodiment of drinking, but also a reminder of the drinker's moderation, and a symbol of the ancients' respect for etiquette and justice. Its ingenious design reflects the observation and cognition of natural phenomena of the ancients, and also reflects the wisdom of the ancient people in the pursuit of moderation and harmony in life.
On the shores of Jiahu Lake, the ancestors of more than 8,000 years ago made bone flutes with exquisite skills. This musical instrument made of crane wings and bones adjusts the timbre and tone through the holes in the bones, showing the exploration and innovation of the ancients in the field of music. The existence of the bone flute is not only a milestone in the history of music, but also a pursuit and understanding of life aesthetics.
During the Warring States Period, the invention of the bronze ice mirror reflected the ancients' understanding of the principle of physics - heat conduction. This kind of device isolates the internal and external temperatures through the design of the sandwich to achieve the effect of thermal insulation, which is a subtle application of the ancients' understanding of natural science.
The Fair Cup, the Jiahu Bone Flute and the Bronze Ice Mirror, these seemingly ordinary daily necessities, are actually the concrete embodiment of the wisdom and aesthetic pursuit of the ancients. They are not only handicrafts, but also carriers of the life philosophy of the ancients, from which we can get a glimpse of the profound heritage of ancient civilization and the enlightenment to future generations. In today's modern society, when we look back at these ancient artifacts, they can still provide us with valuable enlightenment.
In the complexity of life, excessive greed for pleasure often leads to the depletion of resources and physical and mental fatigue. The Fair Cup reminds us that moderation is an important rule for maintaining balance in our lives. Moreover, it also symbolizes the pursuit and respect of society for fairness and justice. The Jiahu bone flute allows us to grasp the possibility of aesthetic life, even in the distant prehistory, people have begun to pursue the expression of beauty and harmonious resonance. The bronze ice mirror tells us that the application of science can improve the quality of life and create a more comfortable and convenient living environment.
Looking at these ancient wisdoms, they are closely related to many of the problems we face today. In today's fast-paced and high-consumption society, we may be able to learn from the wisdom of the ancients, learn from the philosophy of moderation and balance, and cultivate a sensitivity to beauty and science, so as to optimize our lifestyle and pursue a higher quality of life. By learning Xi and learning from the wisdom of the ancients in food management, we can not only understand and appreciate the ancient culture more deeply, but also practice and inherit this precious heritage from our ancestors in our daily life.