In "On the Love of Lotus", the author expressed his love for lotus from its own characteristics, growth environment, comparison with other flowers and trees, and also entrusted the author's ideals and pursuits.
In this way, the author expresses that in troubled times, he does not go along with others, and leads an honest and clean life, which shows the lofty and noble quality of an intellectual.
"Don't ramble" and "Look far but don't be ridiculous" not only illustrate the characteristics of lotus, but also let the author evaluate himself. He is independent and cannot be desecrated.
Compared with chrysanthemum, peony and chrysanthemum are certain, but the gentlemanly temperament of lotus is expressed in a positive contrast way. The author himself has not received much understanding and recognition, but the pursuit of life cannot be changed under any circumstances, that is, living and working in peace and contentment, being clean and white.