Autumn is a harvest season, which makes it an important element in China culture. In agricultural society, the harvest in autumn often determines people's living conditions in winter. Therefore, autumn is endowed with a symbol of harvest and abundance, and people are full of awe and gratitude for this season. This emotion is reflected in many poems, paintings and stories of China, such as Tao Yuanming's poem "Picking chrysanthemums under the hedge, leisurely seeing Nanshan", which expresses people's yearning for a bumper harvest and a quiet life in autumn.
2. Autumn is also the season when everything withers, which arouses people's feelings about the impermanence of life and the changes of the world. Autumn leaves, falling flowers and the approach of winter all remind people of the shortness and fragility of life. This kind of emotion is deeply reflected in China culture, such as Du Mu's poem "Autumn Water * * * The sky is one color" and Ma Zhiyuan's poem "The old vine cries, and the small bridge flows with water" all express the short and impermanent sadness of life.
3. Autumn has also been endowed with some traditional philosophical thoughts of China. For example, autumn can be regarded as the embodiment of the unity of man and nature. It embodies the harmony between man and nature and the objective law of natural circulation. This idea is reflected in China's ancient poems and paintings, such as Wang Wei's "There seems to be no one on the empty mountain, but I think I heard a voice", which expressed the idea of harmony between man and nature.
Characteristics of autumn:
1. Natural landscape in autumn: Autumn is a beautiful season, with blue sky, bright sunshine and suitable temperature. At this time, nature began to become colorful, and various plants and trees began to change color, from emerald green to golden yellow and red. The scene at this time is very charming, and people can enjoy the leaves of different colors intertwined to form a beautiful picture.
2. Harvest and harvest in autumn: Autumn is the harvest season, and various crops and fruits gradually mature. Crops such as rice, corn and soybeans in the farmland are golden and waiting for harvesting. Apples, pears, grapes and other fruits in the orchard have also become full and juicy, bringing delicious enjoyment to people. In addition, this season is also the harvest period of mushrooms, ginseng and other medicinal materials, which brings economic benefits and health protection to people.
3. Cultural connotation of autumn: Autumn has rich connotations in China culture. This is the favorite season of ancient poets and literati. They express their feelings and condolences by depicting autumn scenery. Autumn is also considered as an auspicious season when people get married, celebrate birthdays and other festivals. Autumn is also the time when traditional festivals in China are concentrated, such as Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day, so people can enjoy the festive atmosphere, get together and have a good time.