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Explore the mysterious legend of King Mu of Zhou and the Queen Mother of the West
Introduction:
In the vast history of history, there are always some legends and stories that are both fascinating and full of mystery. Among them, the legend of King Zhou Mu meeting the Queen Mother of the West is even more talking. But is this legend true or false? Where is the mysterious country of the Queen Mother of the West located? Today, let's explore the story behind this legend.
1. The origin of the legend
The story of King Mu of Zhou meeting the Queen Mother of the West was first seen in the "Biography of Mu Tianzi" unearthed in the Western Jin Dynasty. This book was found in the tomb of King Wei Xiang during the Warring States Period, and was compiled together with another book, The Death of King Mu of Zhou, the Beauty Sheng Ji. Together, these two books constitute the "Biography of Mu Tianzi" that was praised by later generations.
However, it is important to note that this book is not an original record from the time of King Mu of Zhou, but was compiled by historians or novelists hundreds of years later. Therefore, the veracity of this legend is marked with a big question mark.
2. The content of the legend
In the "Biography of Mu Tianzi", the part about King Mu of Zhou's meeting with the Queen Mother of the West is mainly concentrated in the third volume. This description is full of strong mythology: King Mu of Zhou holds the white Gui Xuanbi, presents the brocade group of Baichun, and meets the Queen Mother of the West on the Yao Pond. The conversation between the two is full of good wishes and affection for each other.
But this description also makes us wonder: Is this kind of dialogue really a real exchange between King Zhou Mu and Queen Mother of the West? Or was it invented by later generations to add to the legend of the story?
3. The location of the Kingdom of the Queen Mother of the West
There is no exact record of the location of the Kingdom of the Queen Mother of the West in history. However, according to legends and geographical speculation, the kingdom of the Western Queen Mother may be located in present-day Qinghai, Xinjiang, or Central Asia. These areas were important passages of the Silk Road in ancient times, and they were also important areas for exchanges between the Central Plains Dynasty and the countries of the Western Regions. Therefore, the story of King Zhou Mu's meeting with the Queen Mother of the West is likely to have arisen in such a historical background.
Fourth, the meaning of the legend
Although the authenticity of the story of King Mu of Zhou's meeting with the Queen Mother of the West is difficult to verify, it reflects the exchange and integration between the ancient Central Plains Dynasty and the countries of the Western Regions. This legend not only enriches the connotation of Chinese culture, but also provides us with valuable clues to understand the history of the ancient Silk Road.
V. Conclusion
Although the story of King Zhou Mu's meeting with the Queen Mother of the West is full of mystery, it is this mystery that makes this legend even more attractive. It makes us more interested in ancient history and culture, and also makes us cherish and inherit the treasures of Chinese culture more. Let's continue to explore the story behind this legend and feel the breadth and profundity of Chinese culture.