Shi Qing wrote a letter to Xuanzong of Tang Dynasty during the Kaiyuan period of Tang Dynasty, claiming that Cao Zhi's seven-step poem was written too late, and he could write a poem in five steps. Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty immediately issued a decree demanding the title of "New Year's Eve". Shi Qing didn't take five steps, that is, he recited a poem: "This year has passed tonight, and next year will be urged tomorrow. The cold goes with the night, and spring comes one by one. High school color change, guest face destroyed. The scenery is unnoticed and has entered the backyard. " Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty praised his talents and immediately awarded him the position of general of the left army.
Kou Zhun, the prime minister of the Song Dynasty, was gifted. When he was seven years old, before the guests' wine feast, the guests asked him to write poems to help the wine. Kou Zhun Jr. just took three steps when he blurted out a five-character quatrain: "There is only the world, but there is no mountain harmony. Look up at the red sun and look back at the low white clouds. " In a few words, the grandeur and preciseness of Huashan Mountain in Xiyue was revealed, and everyone applauded.
Li Bai, a famous poet in the Tang Dynasty, wrote two poems in seven steps. When Li Bai was appointed as an academician, Yang challenged him at a royal poetry meeting and said, "In the past, there were seven steps for Cao Zhi to write poetry. If you can also write a seven-step poem, Yang must be deeply impressed. "
Li Bai understood his intention very well and wanted to take the opportunity to ridicule him, so he deliberately declined: "Cao Zijian forced his brother in those days, but now, long live the bright and bright days. How can the prince's uncle repeat the story of the seven-step poem? "
Yang, who thinks he is royalty, is still pestering him: "shall we make a bet?" As long as you write a seven-step poem and everyone present says yes, I'll pay you half a penny. "
Li Bai pretended to be helpless and said, "There is no joke in front of the son of heaven, so you can ask questions."
Yang said to him, "It's a deal. You can start with' no jokes in front of the emperor'. "
Li Bai immediately stepped forward and recited slowly: "There is no joke in front of the son of heaven, and half gold is as heavy as a mountain. Uncle can't touch gold, how can there be thousands of furniture? "
The ministers cheered in unison. At this time, Li Bai only walked three and a half steps, and then he squinted at Yang Yixiao, and continued walking and chanting: "Li Bai was born in the poorest place, and there was almost no food and clothing at home. There is no credit for winning uncle Guo, and there is no joke in front of the son of heaven. "
The seventh step is landing, and the second poem has just been written. Yang was stunned, angry and hateful.
Looking through the history books, the famous female figures in ancient and modern times are admirable. Qiu Jin is one of the best.
He was not only a revolutionary in the early stage of national awakening, but also a pioneer of modern women's liberation movement. He is also unique in writing, and there are still six-step begging poems widely read up to now.
1903, Qiu Jin moved to Beijing with her husband and lived in Rope Craftsman Hutong in the south of the city. One day, her husband Wang Tingjun entertained guests and made a toast. Among the guests was a great teacher, Chen Meisheng, whose cursive writing was very good and won the essence of the two kings.
While drinking, Chen suddenly said to Wang Yun, "I have long heard that Mrs. Chen is good at learning good poems. If she can improvise a poem, wouldn't it add elegance? "
Qiu Jin was studying in the back room. Knowing that Master Chen had lived in Hanlin for a long time, he came out with a smile and said, "It is easy to write poetry, but there are conditions. I wonder if the Taishi will listen? "
Master Chen was surprised and asked, "What conditions? Go ahead, madam. "
Qiu Jin said with a smile, "I've heard a lot about Mr. Good books. There is a wall in my house. Would you please take a picture of Mr. Wang's book? "
Mrs. Chen said, "If your wife has seven talents, I will give her one as a gift."
Qiu Jin stood respectfully: "It's a deal, please give me a question." Mrs. Chen thought for a moment: "Please write a poem on the topic of love and begging for books."
Everyone applauded.
Qiu Jin stood in the hall, thinking slowly, while everyone was reciting the lady's dance steps. As soon as the sixth step stopped, he blurted out: "If Lei has heard the name of the right army for a long time, it is difficult to ask questions in court. If you want a beautiful pen, read the "Goose Breeding Classic" in your boudoir. "
The short 28 words not only point out Qiu Jin's love for Wang Xizhi's calligraphy, but also point out that today's activity is to imitate the Taoist priest in Yin Shan and exchange the white goose for Wang Xizhi's allusion to Huang Tingjing. Qiu Jin's six steps amazed everyone. Mr. Chen nodded, praised after the evaluation: "Good poem! Good poem! " Because he kept his promise and spent a lot of money on impulse, the book was presented to Qiu Jin in the form of couplets.
On one occasion, the emperor said to Liu Gongquan, who was driving with Weiyang official, "I have a happy event: for a long time, the clothes of the border officers were never delivered in time, but in February this year, I finally delivered their spring clothes in time."
Hearing this, Liu Gongquan repeatedly congratulated him. I didn't know that the emperor was in a good mood and in high spirits. He said, "I haven't finished congratulating you. I can congratulate you with poems. " The maid-in-waiting eunuch wanted to please the emperor and urged Liu Gongquan together.
Liu Gongquan took his time. Within three steps, he wrote a poem: "Although there was no war last year, I didn't return this year. How can I repay the kindness of the emperor? I get spring clothes in spring. "