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The glory of ancestors versus the embarrassment of reality – the historical challenge of Turkey
On the grand stage of global history, each country has its own unique story and glory. However, when history and reality collide, what kind of sparks will be generated?
In recent years, some Turkish scholars have claimed that their ancestors swept across the Central Plains, which has aroused widespread attention and discussion. However, the Chinese scholar's response made the scene immediately embarrassing.
So, what kind of historical truth and practical challenges are hidden behind this?
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Turkey's "proud" opening
Speaking of this Turkey, the ancestors also had a glorious time. Back in the day, their ancestors rode tall horses, wore battle armor, and held sharp blades, like the wind on the grassland, sweeping all the way to the Central Plains.
When those dynasties saw this scene, they were all terrified, as if they felt the shock of the end of the world.
This pride of "sweeping thousands of armies like a sweep" is like a seed buried deep in the hearts of the Turkish people, taking root and growing over time.
Whenever the Turkish people get together and talk about this glorious history, their faces are always filled with pride, as if those glorious years are being recreated before their eyes.
They even wave their arms excitedly, as if they were the warriors who charged into battle with blades in hand. This pride has become a symbol of their national spirit.
However, history is always full of drama. While the Turkish people were basking in this pride, reality gave them a resounding slap in the face.
Modern Turkey doesn't seem to be so glamorous. After many wars and changes, the strength and status of the country have been greatly affected.
This has left some Turks feeling a little lost and embarrassed: the ancestors who once swept the Central Plains seem to be getting farther and farther away from them.
So, in order to regain that lost glory, the Turks began a "debate" about history. They dig through the dusty history books and look for those fragments that can prove the glory of their ancestors.
Every time they find a piece of strong evidence, they rejoice, as if they have regained that lost pride.
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The "indifferent" response of Chinese scholars
In the face of this "historical debate" of the Turks, Chinese scholars are much calmer. Instead of rushing to refute or argue, they chose to listen quietly.
In their view, history is a mirror that can reflect not only the glory and glory of the past, but also the difficulties and challenges of reality. Therefore, even if Turkey's ancestors once swept across the Central Plains, it was only an episode in the long river of history.
Chinese scholars are well aware of the complexity and multifaceted nature of history. They understand that history is not simply a record of wins and losses, but contains complex factors such as culture, economy, and politics.
So when the Turks proudly claimed that their ancestors had swept across the Central Plains, the Chinese scholar simply asked, "And then?"
This sentence seems simple, but in fact it hides a mystery. It not only expresses the deep understanding of history by Chinese scholars, but also expresses their sober observation of reality.
In their view, even if a nation has a glorious past, it does not mean that they can sleep on their laurels forever. What is more important is how to face real challenges and find new development opportunities and directions.
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The "Confrontation" of History and the "Thinking" of Reality
This "debate" about history does not end there. The Turks insist that their ancestors were among the most powerful peoples in history, while Chinese scholars believe that history is pluralistic and complex, and that heroes cannot simply be judged by victory or defeat.
This "debate" is not only a debate about history, but also a reflection on reality.
As far as Turkey is concerned, how to face history squarely, handle relations with neighboring countries, and realize national rejuvenation and development is an urgent issue to be solved.
They need to recognize that history is not a zero-sum game, but a process of mutual progress through learning and learning from Xi. At the same time, they need to face up to reality and recognize and respect the cultural and historical contributions of other countries and peoples.
For China, how to actively carry out friendly cooperation with neighboring countries while safeguarding its own historical dignity is also an important issue.
China needs to continue to promote its own cultural traditions, while respecting the cultural diversity of other countries and nations and promoting exchanges and mutual learning among different civilizations.
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The deeper meaning behind "debate".
This "debate" on history is like a war without gunpowder, and the two sides come and go, arguing with each other, and it is not lively.
But don't look at it as just a debate about the past on the surface, in fact, it is a contest of wisdom, a spiritual feast of deep reflection on history and reality.
This "debate" has taught us a truth: history is not a simple game of winning and losing. Many people may think that history is a cruel competition between the strong and the loser.
But in this "debate", we see another side of history: it is a complex process that involves many factors.
Whether it is politics, economics, culture or technology, all these factors have intertwined and influenced each other in the long course of history, and together they have shaped our world today.
At the same time, this "debate" also reminds us to face up to reality. Some people may like to bask in the glory of the past and be reluctant to face the challenges of reality.
But history tells us that only by facing up to reality and adapting to the times can we gain a foothold in a changing world. To do so, we must respect the cultural and historical contributions of other countries and peoples and promote exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations.
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Summary and outlook
Through this "debate" about history and reality, we see the different attitudes and choices of Turkey and China in the face of historical issues.
However, no matter how history is written, we should respect the cultural and historical contributions of each people.
At the same time, we should also realize that only by strengthening international exchanges and cooperation and seeking a path of common development can we truly achieve national rejuvenation and world prosperity.
Looking ahead, we hope that Turkey and China can continue to strengthen friendly and cooperative relations and jointly promote world peace and development.
At the same time, we also hope that more countries and nations can face up to history, respect each other's cultural differences, and jointly create an inclusive, pluralistic and harmonious world.