1, ode to ancestors
This kind of poetry is mainly used to worship ancestors and gods and express reverence and respect for ancestors. They usually take ceremonial occasions as the background, emphasizing the continuity and inheritance of the family. Among them, the most famous representative works are Nan Zhou Guanju and The King of Literature.
2. Zhou epic
This kind of poems recorded the historical events and deeds of the emperors in the Zhou Dynasty, and reflected the social and political reality and values at that time. These poems focus on describing state governance, the relationship between monarch and minister, and social order. His masterpieces include Nan Zhou's Curly Ears and The Wind and the Lost Car.
3. Farming poems
This kind of poetry describes the life and agricultural labor of farmers, the changes of the four seasons and the scene of getting along with nature. They express farmers' gratitude for nature and hard work. Famous agricultural poems include The Quiet Girl in the High Wind and Zheng Feng's Plan for the Future.
4. Yan Yan's poems
This kind of poem is written for the occasion of feasting, to praise the achievements of the king and enjoy the fun of feasting. They described the grand occasion of the banquet, the delicious food and the party atmosphere at the banquet. One of the most famous representative works is the Jane of He Qin.
5. Hate poems
This kind of poetry expresses personal dissatisfaction and resentment and criticizes social injustice or the wrong behavior of others. They often express the poet's complaints and opinions with clear goals and strong emotions. Famous thorn poems include papaya and wind.
6. War corvee poems, marriage and love poems
These two genres are relatively independent, because they describe the sufferings of war and corvee and the joy of marriage and love respectively. War corvee poetry depicts the pain and loss caused by war with its sad feelings. Love poems express the praise and pursuit of love, and show the beautiful marriage life and emotional exchange between lovers.