1, Oracle Bone Inscriptions stage: The Oracle Bone Inscriptions shape of bamboo slips is similar to a painting, basically the shape of a bamboo, which is very vivid. At this stage, the characters of bamboo slips have not completely separated from the painting stage, but they have already taken the form of characters.
2. Bronze inscription stage: With the passage of time, the shape of bamboo slips has gradually changed. In bronze inscriptions, bamboo characters are no longer a form of painting, but a character composed of two parts, the upper part is thorns and the lower part is bamboo. At this stage, bamboo script characters have begun to show the characteristics of pinyin characters.
3. Small seal script stage: In seal script, the shape of bamboo slips is further simplified, the upper part becomes cross, and the lower part becomes more similar to divination. At this stage, bamboo script characters have begun to approach the shape of modern Chinese characters.
4. Official script stage: In official script, the shape of bamboo characters has changed again. The cross shape of the upper part becomes more like Chinese characters, and the lower part becomes more like Chinese characters. At this stage, the characters of bamboo slips have completely separated from the form of painting and become a pure pinyin character.
5. Regular script stage: In regular script, the shape of bamboo slips is finally determined. The shape of the upper part has become more like Chinese characters, while the shape of the lower part has not changed much. At this stage, bamboo slips have fully matured and become common characters in modern Chinese characters.
Advantages of Chinese character evolution:
1. Record history: The evolution of Chinese characters is an important record of the history and cultural development of the Chinese nation. From Oracle Bone Inscriptions and bronze inscriptions to seal script, official script and regular script, the form and writing method of Chinese characters all reflected the social culture, concept and aesthetic orientation at that time. By studying the evolution of Chinese characters, we can deeply understand the historical and cultural background of the Chinese nation.
2. Cultural inheritance: As the carrier of Chinese culture, Chinese characters are of great significance for inheriting and carrying forward Chinese culture. The evolution of Chinese characters embodies the wisdom and creativity of the Chinese nation and has profound cultural connotations and implications. By studying and inheriting Chinese characters, we can better inherit and carry forward China culture and maintain its uniqueness and continuity.
3. Artistic value: During the evolution of Chinese characters, the changes of glyphs and strokes endow Chinese characters with unique artistic value. China's calligraphy and works of art with different fonts and styles have unique charm and aesthetic feeling, which is an important part of traditional art in China. By appreciating China's calligraphy and works of art, we can appreciate the profoundness and unique charm of China culture.