The origin of Li
The surname Li comes from the surname Ying, and is a descendant of the Gaoyang family of Emperor Zhuanxu. During the reign of Yao, Gaotao once served as Dali (an official in charge of prisons). According to the custom at that time, his descendants took the official as their surname and called them Li. Legend has it that Li Zheng, a native of Gaotao, was hunted down for admonishing King Zhou of Shang and was saved by eating plum fruits to satisfy his hunger; thus he got the surname "Li". Later the Li family name was changed to Li family name. Li Er is the earliest historical figure named Li, who is also Laozi who wrote the Tao Te Ching.
The surname totem "Li" drawn by contemporary artist and scholar Mr. Wang Dayou
The original meaning of the character "Li" and the evolution of Chinese calligraphy
Li, The upper one "木" means trees, and the lower "子" means descendants and fruits. "Plum" is the fruit of trees. Specifically, the plum tree.
The plum tree with sweet and sour fruit is a high-yielding fruit tree that was widely loved in the Central Plains in ancient times. Dried plums and preserved plums were commonly made by the people as food for long-distance travel. Dried plums and plums are sour and sweet, which can relieve hardship and fatigue. Therefore, it became a popular custom to give dried plums to relatives and friends on their way out, and gradually evolved into an ancient cultural tradition; and the word "luggage" also evolved into the meaning of "luggage" in travelers' luggage. Synonymous with travel preparation supplies.