In 2021, the legend of Dayu's flood control was selected into the fifth batch of representative projects of intangible cultural heritage in my country.
The legend of Dayu's flood control is a myth passed down from ancient my country that reflects Dayu's water control in the Yangtze River Basin in central my country. It has a history of thousands of years. This legend not only reflects ancient people's understanding of natural disasters It also demonstrates the indomitable and pioneering spirit of the Chinese nation. The legend of Dayu's flood control first appeared in ancient books such as The Classic of Mountains and Seas, and was later recorded in official histories such as Shi Ji and has been passed down to this day.
This legend tells the story of how Dayu, in order to control the flood, went through untold hardships and failed to enter his house three times, and finally succeeded in controlling the flood. The image of Dayu is described as diligent, brave, selfless and wise, and he is deeply respected and worshiped by people. In 2021, the legend of Dayu's flood control was selected into the fifth batch of representative projects of intangible cultural heritage in my country. The selection of this legend not only inherits and promotes the spirit of Dayu, but also attaches great importance to the protection and inheritance of ancient culture.
Historical Significance
Yu was the supreme leader in controlling floods, but he worked hard to bring benefits and eliminate harms to all people in the world. He held tools in hand and weathered the wind and rain together with the people. Fighting, Dayu's water control played an important role in the history of the development of Chinese civilization. In the process of water control, Dayu relied on hard work, taking advantage of the situation, scientific water control, and people-oriented concepts to overcome many difficulties and finally achieved success in water control. From this, Dayu's water control spirit was formed, which was based on the connotation of forgetting self-interest, putting the nation first, putting the people first, scientific innovation, etc.
Dayu’s spirit of controlling floods is the source and symbol of the spirit of the Chinese nation. People in later generations are grateful for his achievements, build temples and halls for him, and respect him as the God of Yu. Our entire China is also called Yuyu. , that is to say, this is the place where Dayu once governed.
Reference for the above content: Baidu Encyclopedia - Dayu's flood control