Lu You's divination symbol. What does the plum blossom in Yongmei symbolize?

There are two kinds of ancient poems about objects: one is intended to describe the object of singing; One is to use the object of singing as an analogy and symbol, giving other meanings and feelings.

This Yongmei Ci belongs to the latter. The author personifies himself with plum blossoms to show his faith and character. The plum blossom in the poem symbolizes the author's unswerving patriotic stance and political integrity, as well as his fearless integrity in the face of filthy environment, despicable behavior of "envy of all" and all kinds of persecution he has suffered.

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