Once upon a time, the word "Japanese devil" was not uncommon in the daily conversation of Chinese, it was like a historical imprint, deeply engraved in the memory of the nation. However, a recent proposal to ban the use of Japanese people as "Japanese devils" has caused ripples like a pebble thrown into a calm lake.
Have you ever wondered why such a seemingly ordinary word can be so widely discussed today, because we have touched a sensitive nerve in history, or because we have begun to re-examine the delicate relationship between the past and the present, between hatred and reconciliation?
In the long river of history, the word "Japanese devil" carries too much national emotion and historical baggage. It is not just a simple name, but also a memory of blood and fire, a symbol of aggression and resistance. Whenever the word is mentioned, mixed emotions welled up in the hearts of countless people: anger, sadness, nostalgia, and even the desire for revenge.
However, time is the best medicine and the best history teacher. With the changes of the times, the relationship between China and Japan is gradually improving, from the former hostility to the current cooperation and exchanges, the shadow of history is slowly dissipating. In this process, whether the title "Japanese devil" still meets the needs of the times has become a question worth exploring.
Some people say that this title is a remembrance of history, a scourge of the aggressor, and should not be banned. But there are also those who say that this title is outdated, not conducive to friendly exchanges between the two countries, and should be abandoned. Both of these views have their merits, but the question is, how do we find a balance between respecting the past and looking to the future?
In the discussions on the web, I see a variety of points of view. Some people angrily said: "Forgetting history means betrayal!" and some people rationally analyzed: "We should learn from history, but we should not be bound by history." Someone else wrote in poetic language: "History is a mirror, but we must not keep staring at the rifts of the past, but should see the sunshine of the future." ”
I was struck by these views and started to reflect on where I stand. Yes, we can't forget history, but we can't always live in the shadow of history. We should learn to let go of hatred and face the future with a more open and inclusive mind.
In the process of thinking about this question, I can't help but think of those ancestors who fought bloodily for the country and the nation. They have bought our peace and prosperity today with their blood and lives, and their spirit deserves to be remembered forever. However, remembering history is not the same as clinging to hatred, and we should learn from history and try to avoid repeating the mistakes of the past.
Going back to the original proposal, banning the Japanese from being called "Japanese devils" is not a betrayal of history, but an expectation of the future. It means that we are beginning to try to look at China-Japan relations with a more rational and tolerant attitude, so as to build a more harmonious world.
Of course, this process will not be smooth sailing, and we will encounter all kinds of difficulties and challenges. However, as long as we can persevere, I believe that we will be able to step out of the shadow of history and usher in a better future.
Everyone has their own opinion and point of view on this issue. I respect everyone's choice and look forward to hearing more. Because it is only through adequate discussion and communication that we can find that optimal balance.
In closing, I would like to say that no matter what we call the Japanese, the most important thing is to maintain a peaceful, rational, and tolerant heart. Only in this way can we truly look to the future and create a better world together.
So, what do you think of the proposal to ban the call of Japanese people as "Japanese devils"? How do you think we should remember history and look to the future? I look forward to you leaving your views and opinions in the comment section.