Attachment: Confucius' remarks on the function of The Book of Songs;
Confucius said, "Poetry, books and gifts are elegant." (The Analects of Confucius)
Confucius said, "Prosperity lies in poetry, standing in ceremony and being happy." ("The Analects of Confucius Taber")
Confucius said, "Why not learn poetry? Poetry can be appreciated, observed, grouped and resented. Your father is a thing and your father is a distant thing. Learn more about the names of birds, animals and plants. " (The Analects of Confucius Yang Huo).
△ Confucius said: "At the beginning of the loyalty of the teacher, the chaos of the official gathering was magnificent! Full of ears. ("The Analects of Confucius Taber")
Confucius not only attached importance to the study of The Book of Songs, but also attached importance to the practical application of theoretical knowledge. For example, Confucius said, "recite poems three hundred times and teach them to be political, but not up to standard;" Make it everywhere, not just right; Although many, but also xi thought? " (The Analects of Confucius-Lutz)