In the vast fields and quiet countryside, there are many simple wisdoms, like ancient bead chains, stringing together the life philosophy of our ancestors. One of the sentences, "If you see a snake, you will not fight three points of sin, and if you fight a snake, you will not die for seven points", which seems simple, but it contains a deep discussion of morality and the law of survival.
First of all, we have to understand the meaning of this sentence. It does not mean that you must kill a snake when you see it, but it warns people to have a sense of reverence when dealing with creatures in the natural world. The "three points of sin" implies respect for life, even though snakes may be seen as pests, but we cannot harm without cause, after all, every life has its value in existence.
The ancients said: "Everything has a spirit", this sentence is particularly appropriate in the rural environment. We remember that Mr. Lu Xun once said: "Man is the spirit of all things, but he is also the most selfish." "If you fight a snake out of malice, it may disrupt the ecological balance and even violate the way of nature, which is like a seven-point sin.
However, this does not mean that we should allow snakes to do evil. When necessary, such as when snakes threaten the safety of people or the lives of domestic animals, then it is understandable to protect yourself and your family. At this time, snake fighting is no longer a sin, but an act of self-preservation.
The wisdom in life is all about finding balance. We must respect life as well as protect ourselves. This is like the old saying: "The heart of defense is indispensable, and the heart of harm is indispensable." "With snakes, what we need is to be precautionary, not over-aggressive.
The villagers use these sayings to teach us that the art of living with nature lies in understanding and harmony. While we enjoy the gifts of nature, we must also know how to respect and maintain them. This wisdom applies to both rural areas and modern society.
So, when we encounter snakes in the field, we might as well be more understanding and tolerant, and less impulsive. Perhaps, this is the inspiration of the old saying: in the face of unknowns and conflicts, maintaining a sense of sanity and kindness is the true wisdom.
This article hopes to arouse everyone's deep thinking about nature and life, and let us inherit this ancient wisdom from the countryside in likes, retweets and comments. Because life is a harmonious coexistence with nature and others, every old saying is a lesson of life.