Today, we are going to explore the unique star of "Notes" and the wonderful concept of "Notes" that it induces.
First, let's correct a common misconception: the correct pronunciation of "札設" is neither zhā jì nor zā jì, but zhá jì.
Remember?
Next, let's embark on this wonderful journey about "Za" and "Notes"!
In ancient times, people didn't have modern paper, so how did they record important things?
The answer is the "za", a simple recording tool formed by tying together small pieces of wood for writing.
You can imagine that in that distant era, a wise man held a bundle of papers, thinking and recording as he could, and the wood chips were carved with sparks of wisdom.
Over time, the word "札" gradually evolved into a noun to refer not only to the small pieces of wood used to write words, but also to the official documents or letters written from these pieces of wood.
For example, we often see words such as "codex" and "letter" in ancient books, which are like ancient text messages or e-mails, conveying people's thoughts and emotions.
Interestingly, the relationship between "Za" and disease is also mentioned in the "Zuo Biography": "The disease does not fall, and the people do not die." The "premature death" here refers to the early death due to the epidemic, which shows the deep thinking of the ancients about disease and fate.
And what about the "notebook"? It's actually a form of recording, similar to what we now have diaries or essays.
However, unlike the randomness of diaries, "notes" focus more on recording the experience of learning, thinking or observing.
Imagine a scholar who reads ancient books and writes them down in his notebook whenever he has an insight, which is not only the trace of his learning, but also the crystallization of his wisdom.
For example, the Qing Dynasty writer Yuan Mei once wrote a book called "Suiyuan Notes", which recorded his life trivia and literary experience, and became a popular masterpiece.
Therefore, "notes" are not only a way of recording, but also an attitude towards life and a form of literature.
It allows us to better record life, understand ourselves, and think about life, and it also provides us with a unique way of literary expression.
Now, don't you want to try your hand at writing "notes"?
In modern times, although we have more convenient recording tools, the form of "diary" is still loved by many people.
Because it is not only a way to record, but also an attitude to life - to observe, think, and record the bits and pieces of life.
Finally, if you also want to try to write a "notebook", you might as well start now, observe and think about life with your heart, and write it down with your pen.
You may find that there is infinite wisdom and fun in every detail of life. And your "notebook" will become the most valuable treasure in your life's journey.