英语畅谈中国文化50主题
Historically, Chinese calligraphy and politics were closely intertwined.
The new, simplified characters made writing calligraphy less complicated.
Most emperors were good at calligraphy.
Examinations provided a way for ordinary people to achieve a better life.
Many people practice calligraphy as a wayto keep fit.
It`s interesting that Chinese paintings can be created on the spot.
plum blossom They like to give meaning to the subjects they paint.
It doesn`t take a lot of training to paint landscapes
It all depends on the painter`s personality and ability.
It doesn`t quite match the Confucius image in my mind though.
它与我心目中的孔子形象不太一样。
Confucianism still has a tremendous influence over people today.
儒家思想对今天中国人的生活和思想依然有着重大的影响
Confucius developed his philosophy around the concept of benevolence.
孔子的思想体系以“仁”为核心
It stresses fairness and harmony in guman relationship
它强调人际关系的公正和谐
Confucianism emphasizes “courtesy" and "respect" whendealing with people or nature 孔子的学说恰好提倡以“礼”来处理人际关系及与自然的关系
There have been repeated discussions to give up Chinese medicine.
A Chinese medicine practitioner approaches on the home and abroad perspective
A Western medicine practitioner deals directly with the symptoms
A Chinese doctor relies on some herb medicines and acupuncture.
For people with terminal diseases, Chinese medicine may be the last result.
Most operas were based on historical events
They promoted traditional values
Operas were able to fill the gaps of education and teaching
Beijing opera is no longer as popular as it was
People were captivated the audience by its costumes and food
Chinese students are in the busy pursuit of fame and wealth
Every man had an obligation to both their immediate and extended families
Young people of different time periods have different pursuits
More and more young Chinese people have also signed up as volunteers
Beijing Opera has become a must-see item to entertain foreigners.
There is a very distinct Ming Dynasty influence in Beijing Opera costumes
Red is a color that represent loyalty and courage
I didn’t realize that Beijing Opera’s facial masks are so complicated
英语畅谈中国文化50主题
The color preferences of the Chinese people are influenced by the five elements
Yellow was also the color representing the imperial court in traditional China.
The yellow color is used to represent both the Imperial Court and bad taste.
It can also cause trouble today if a person associates himself with the wrong yellow.
Traditionally, red represents the motherland and authority
Red is also a highly-regarded color among ordinary people.
Because red is very bright, it is good for warning purposes.
Tea drinking is a very sophisticated pastime.
Tea houses are always decorated with traditional paintings, calligraphy and furniture
Water came from melted snow which was collected from plum blossom trees the previous winter Ancient scholars enjoys themselves by savouring tea among bamboos or in the moonlight
There are a lot of Chinese expressions that link tea with food
People think it can help them lose weight and control their blood pressure
Usually tea houses are where ordinary people like to hang around
No wonder tea is always mentioned together with food in Chinese culture.
For a lot of young people, coffee drinking is a desirable part of their lifestyle
I.especially, like the green tea leaves dancing in the glass
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