#以书之名#
The poetry culture of the mainland is like a bright star, shining in the vast sky of Chinese culture. Poetry has long been deeply imprinted in the souls of Chinese children and has become an indispensable part of our lives. Some people may wonder what is the magic of poetry that can fascinate us so much, and the answer lies in the background of the poetry of the ancients.
Although the lives of the ancients were far less colorful than they are today, their inner world was delicate and full of endless emotions. Some poets fluctuate in the officialdom and use poetry to express their ambitions and ideals; some poets travel around and use poetry to express their inner feelings and emotions; and some poets use poetry as a medium to convey their innermost emotions and thoughts.
Therefore, poetry not only gives us faith and cultivates our sentiments, but also is a good companion for expressing our aspirations. It is like a solace to the soul, bringing wisdom and enlightenment to our lives. During the Tang Dynasty, poetry ushered in a golden age of popularity, and many talented poets emerged, such as Li Bai, Du Fu, Li Shangyin, Wang Wei, etc. Among them, Bai Juyi is an outstanding representative.
Bai Juyi, whose name is Lotte, has experienced the ups and downs of officialdom in his life, and his poems are full of realism. His masterpiece "Five Songs: The Third Song" is a classic work that explores the truth and falsehood of life and society. Through in-depth debate, this poem teaches us to understand and examine a person or thing in its entirety, and not to draw conclusions based on superficial phenomena. The poems expound their views step by step, and the sentences are shining and thought-provoking. Now, let's enjoy this philosophical masterpiece together.
Give the king a way to solve the doubts, no need to drill the turtle and wish the yarrow.
The test jade should be burned for three days, and the material must be aged for seven years.
Zhou Gong was afraid of rumors, and Wang Mang was humble and did not usurp the time.
Xiang Xiang died at the beginning, and who knows the truth of his life.
The poem begins with a truth: we don't need to resort to turtle yarrow, and our doubts can be solved. In ancient times, the drill turtle and the yarrow were highly respected in the Shang and Zhou dynasties and the Book of Changes, but they could not understand people's hearts after all. Bai Juyi here, cleverly compares "jade" and "wood", the authenticity of jade, the quality of wood, all need time to sharpen and test. In the same way, how can a person's character and talents be judged on the basis of a moment or a single event?
The Duke of Zhou and Wang Mang mentioned in the poem are the evidence of history. The Duke of Zhou, the virtuous minister who had gone to great lengths to assist him in becoming king, was also framed by usurpers, and Wang Mang, who was ostensibly humble and friendly, eventually usurped Han power. These two people, one positive and one negative, tell us that the truth and falsehood of human beings, good and evil, can never be determined at one moment?
The ultimate goal of "breaking doubts" is to "distinguish between truth and falsehood". If we label a person too early and don't give him the time and opportunity to show his true self, then how can we accurately judge his authenticity?
Bai Juyi's poem is not only sonorous and powerful, but also reveals a profound philosophy between the lines. It reminds us that in the face of all kinds of doubts and challenges in life, we should remain calm and rational, and use time as a friend to let the truth be revealed to the world. In this way, we can distinguish the real friends in the complex world, separate the false from the true, and carefully examine the advantages and disadvantages, so that people can take fewer detours and suffer less losses in life.