The ancients' "Hai Shi" corresponds to 9 to 11 o'clock every night
The time segmentation of the time
The hour is the end of the twelve, corresponding to nine to eleven o'clock every night. This 12-hour system is a way of dividing time in ancient China, and each hour is about equivalent to two hours now. It originated from the observation of astronomical phenomena and the need for time management by the ancients.
The cultural connotation of Haishi
Hai Shi is the end of the night and the beginning of the day, which means the end of the day and a new beginning. At this moment, the yang energy gradually disappears, the yin energy grows gradually, and most of the people have rested, so there is also the meaning of seclusion and recuperation. In ancient Feng Shui, it was also believed that the interior should be kept quiet for the sake of human health.
The influence of the culture of timekeeping
China's timekeeping culture has deeply influenced people's perception and application of time. In ancient poetry, we can often see the changes of time and the ups and downs of people's emotions reflecting each other. In traditional painting, the change of time is also an important means for artists to express the beauty of nature.
The use of the time in ancient times
In ancient times, it was not only used for timekeeping, but also played a role in military and administrative aspects. Militarily, the tranquility of the time provided good conditions for night battles. Administratively, the end of the day means the end of the day, and various administrative affairs will be sorted out and arranged accordingly at this time.
To sum it up,More than just a simple time marker, it carries profound cultural significance and historical connotations。Both the ancients and the present have felt the flow of time and the rhythm of life in this time.