This is both a universal couplet for the ancestral hall with the surname Han and a couplet for the ancestral hall of Han Wengong (Han Yu) in Hengyang, Hunan.
The first couplet praises Han Yu, while the second couplet praises the long history and strong reputation of the Han family.
Historically, the Han surname was the name of a country, a prominent family in many dynasties, and produced many celebrities. Therefore, when descendants of the Han surname built ancestral halls, they often praised them with couplets of praise. The reputation of one's own clan is prominent.
Extended information:
Character evaluation:
Pei Du: Han Yu in Changli is an old servant, and he believes in beautiful talents. Recently, I may have heard people say: Relying on his unique skills, he is often unrestrained, and does not use writing as a system, but uses writing as a play. ?
Bai Juyi: Proficient in academics, strong in writing, and able to establish the meaning of words and phrases. He has the style of Ban (Ban Gu) and Ma (Sima Qian). It is very difficult to find one when you look for it. If you have a straightforward nature, you will be cautious and guarded, and you will not be snobbish, and you will gain fame by yourself. He can be appointed as a historian, and his calligraphy and writing must be scrupulous. ?
Huangfu Shi: Mr. Wu’s martial arts follow the sacred rules. Based on his body, he conquers his place. Returning to Qiu Ke, he solved the danger of Fuluo. He is plain and simple, but he is so shy. If you are too lazy to lead and forget, God is stingy with its kindness. To rise is to fall, and the hearts of all the people are filled with sorrow. The sound is loud and the flowers are everywhere. Through the ages, new things are found in bamboo and silk. I inscribe it on the monument to show my grief. ?
Li Ao: Aoxi and Han Libu retreated and became the leader of the article alliance. At the same time, only Liu Yi, Cao Zongyuan (Liu Zongyuan) and Liu Binmengde (Liu Yuxi) were heard.
Reference: Baidu Encyclopedia--Han Yu