The Application of Symbolism in Poetry

Symbolism is often combined with personification, metaphor, contrast and contrast to increase aesthetic interest. When reading, we should grasp the ideological and emotional tendencies of the whole poem as a whole, and at the same time carefully understand the functions of these techniques.

For example, Pei You's "Bai Mudan": "The rich in Chang 'an cherish the last spring and strive to enjoy the purple peony in the west of the street. Don't have a jade plate to bear the cold, and no one sees it in the moon. "

(Note: Gift, official name; What is the image of Bai Mudan in this poem? What is the symbol?

First, the author compares it to a "jade plate", how exquisite it is;

The second is to inherit Coody Leng and bathe in moonlight, that is, to set off its crystal Leng Yan with moonlight dew;

Thirdly, the author compares the purple peony favored by the rich with Bai Mudan, where the moonlit night is still open.

It highlights the characteristics that Bai Mudan can keep its true colors even if the weather is cold. It can be seen that Bai Mudan in this poem symbolizes talent.

The image of a scholar who can keep his true colors when he is in trouble.