The ancient poems that insist on inspiration are as follows:
1. There will be times when the wind and waves break, and the clouds and sails will rise to help the sea. ——Li Bai of the Tang Dynasty, "Traveling is Difficult Part 1"
Interpretation: I believe that one day, I will be able to ride the strong wind and break thousands of miles of waves; hang my sails high and move forward bravely in the sea!
Theme: This poem expresses the poet's emotions after encountering difficulties on the political road. It reflects the ideological contradiction of the poet who is neither willing to join forces with the powerful nor to stand alone. It is the emotional waves stirred by this irresolvable contradiction that make this group of poems extraordinary. The ups and downs of emotions, leaping thinking, and high momentum in the poem give the work a unique artistic charm, and it has become an eternal masterpiece that has been widely recited by future generations.
2. If young people don’t work hard, old people will be sad. ——"Long Song Xing" by Han Yuefu in the Han Dynasty
Interpretation: If a person does not work hard in time when he is young, he will achieve nothing when he is old and can only be sad in vain!
Theme: This poem mainly says that seasons change quickly and time is gone forever, so it advises people to cherish their youth and work hard to make a difference. Encourage people to hold on to life that is fleeting over time and work hard to make a difference in their youth. The emotional tone is positive.
3. From the top of the mountain, you can see all the small mountains. ——"Wang Yue" by Du Fu of the Tang Dynasty
Explanation: We must climb to the top of Mount Tai to overlook the mountains and feel full of pride.
Theme: By describing the majestic scene of Mount Tai, this poem enthusiastically praises the majestic momentum and magical beauty of Mount Tai, reveals his love for the mountains and rivers of the motherland, and expresses that the poet is not afraid Difficulties, the ambition and spirit to dare to climb to the top and overlook everything, and the heroic ambition to be independent and help the world.
4. Heaven is moving vigorously, and a gentleman strives to constantly strive for self-improvement. ——Pre-Qin Dynasty·Anonymous "Zhouyi"
Explanation: The movement of heaven (i.e. nature) is strong and vigorous. Correspondingly, a gentleman should behave like heaven, striving for self-improvement, being resolute and determined, and working hard. Strong, never stop.
Theme: "The Book of Changes" is the theoretical root of natural philosophy and humanistic practice in traditional Chinese thought and culture. It is the crystallization of the thoughts and wisdom of the ancient Han nation and is known as the "source of the great road." The content is extremely rich and has had a profound impact on China's politics, economy, culture and other fields for thousands of years.
5. If you want to see a thousand miles away, reach a higher level. ——"Climbing the Stork Tower" by Wang Zhihuan of the Tang Dynasty
Interpretation: If you want to see the scenery thousands of miles away, please climb up to another high-rise building.
Theme: This poem writes about natural scenery, but at the beginning of the pen, it shrinks thousands of miles to a close, making it possible to reach thousands of miles away; the writing is unexpected, and the philosophy, scenery and situation are seamlessly dissolved. The poet's soul was shocked by nature, and what he realized was a simple and profound philosophy, which can urge people to abandon their self-sufficient knowledge, climb high and look broadly, and constantly explore new and better realms.
6. The road is long and long, and I will search up and down. ——Pre-Qin Qu Yuan's "Li Sao"
Interpretation: In the pursuit of truth, the road ahead is still long, but I will persevere and spare no effort to pursue and explore.
Theme: This poem centers on the poet's self-narration of his life experience, experiences, and aspirations. The first half of the chapter repeatedly expresses the poet's concern for the fate of Chu State and people's lives, expresses the desire to reform politics, and the will to adhere to ideals and never compromise with evil forces despite disasters; the second half of the chapter explores the world of heaven and pursues the realization of ideals. and the statement that he wanted to die after failure, reflecting the poet's thoughts and feelings of loving the country and the people.