The eight surnames of antiquity have been inherited for 5,000 years, are you one of them?The glorious traditions of the ancestors
"Hundred Family Names" is not only a book, but also a symbol of the profound heritage of Chinese culture and a symbol of thousands of years of family inheritance. Each surname carries a myriad of stories and histories that travel through time and space like a long river.
The book is characterized by four characters and one grid, simple and clear, and each surname has a brisk rhythm, so that people can remember each surname as they read, as if enjoying a beautiful song. Although the content is not poetic, it is this simple and direct feature that makes it easy for any Chinese to identify.
Among these 504 surnames, eight of them are as bright as stars, and together with the long history of more than 5,000 years, they constitute a big family with a long history of the Chinese nation. The descendants of these eight surnames can be found all over the world, and their stories and legends have become an inseparable part of the Chinese culture.
In the vast history of the Chinese nation,"Ji"The surname is like an ancient legend, deeply rooted in the land of China. It is more than a simple surname, but carries countless stories, legends, and glories.
Legend has it that in ancient times, there was a river called the Hime River that flowed calmly, and there was a crying baby by the river. This baby is the future emperor. His family has Ji as his surname. Since then, this surname has become the most respected surname in Chinese history.
In the Zhou Dynasty, the emperors of all famous dynasties were with"Ji"Surnames are inextricably linked. Whether it is King Wen who has made great achievements in battle, or King Wu who is dominant, they all have it flowing in them"Ji"The bloodline of the surname. However, as time went on, the story of the surname Ji became more and more complex.
With the expansion of the Zhou dynasty, the emperor began to divide the vassals, who became independent in order to show their authority and uniqueness, and replaced their surnames with the names of their fiefs. As a result, the ancient surname Ji gradually disappeared from people's sight.
During the Tang Dynasty, the surname Ji took on a new meaning in history. At that time, Li Longji's imperial merits were outstanding and unmatched, in order to avoid having a relationship with the old surname"Ji"There was a conflict, and he decided to change"Ji"for"weeks"。Therefore, it is difficult to imagine today that the surnames Ji and Zhou were once of the same origin.
Today, the ancient surname Ji is no longer as popular as it used to be, but its history and majesty will forever be engraved in the hearts of the Chinese people.
In the long history of thousands of years, from the ancient Shennong era to the present, the surname Jiang is like a bright star, shining brightly. Today, when we think of rivers, we can't help but think of these ancient legends and traditional cultural traces.
Due to the ancient Qi State,"Ginger"The light of the surname faded for a time, but over time, history did not forget its light, but spread to a wider area during the Qin and Han dynasties. Nowadays, whether in China, Vietnam or Thailand,"Ginger"The surname is like a star, illuminating the land of Southeast Asia.
The surname Jiang has also left a strong mark in folklore stories. Whether it is Jiang Ziya, the mythological master of the Shang and Zhou dynasties, or the Ming monarch Qi in the Spring and Autumn period, or even Jiang Wei, a famous general in the Shu and Han dynasties of the Three Kingdoms, they are all witnesses of the times and have recorded the glory of the surname Jiang in history.
While"Ho"This ancient surname, for 4,000 years, has reverberated in the land of China. About"Ho"The earliest record of the surname comes from Dayu. Emperor Shun gave him the honorific surname Dayu, which means that Dayu is not only a water conservancy prophet, but also the pride of ancient China.
However, like the surname Ji, the surname Ji has not been spared from the whirlpool of history and has undergone many changes. However, the descendants of the surname Xi continued to multiply luxuriously, giving birth to the Xia, Liao, Bao and other major families, which are still thriving today, writing a new chapter in China.
In the ancient Chinese genealogy of surnames,"Yes"This unique surname is like a shining pearl with deep historical roots. Legend has it that Shaohao was born on the bank of the Ying River in ancient times, and the river was shining, indicating his future fate.
In the end, the water control hero Dayu was given the surname"Ho", Boyi, who helped Dayu, was given the surname"Wins"。Qin Shi Huang led the surname Ying to win the victory of the great cause of unification, which was the first era of the surname Ying. Nowadays, surnames evolved from the surname Ying, such as the surname Li, Huang, Liang, etc., have become the mainstream surnames in China, reflecting the unique charm of the surname Ying.
On the other hand,"food"The origin of the surname is much simpler. In ancient mythology, Zhurong, the god of fire, became the protector of fire because of his wisdom and love for people. In everyday life, this god of fire incarnates as a flame to illuminate people's lives and prepare food for them.
Hence the gold on it"food"The words depict a beautiful scene of life. In winter, when people gather around the fire, they can't help but think of Zhurong, the god of fire, who brings warmth to people. The surnames that evolved from Zhurong now have their own unique family stories.
There are countless historical treasures of ancient Chinese civilization, among which there are eight ancient surnames, like bright stars, endlessly illuminating the sky of Chinese civilization. Out of these eight surnames,"Pheas"The surname carries a deep love legend. Shun was an outstanding monarch in ancient times, who was not only famous for his good governance of the country, but also loved his two wives dearly.
To be close to two of his favorite places, he chose the River Kwai as his home. The water bears witness to the sweetness and friendship of the trio. Shun's devotion to the land was passed on to his descendants, allowing them to take root and become the eternal guardians of the River Kwai.
Shun's glorious history is also related to another big surname, Yao. Shun's descendants, the Yao family, inherited the wisdom and perseverance of their ancestors and formed their own family culture. Over time, several branches of the Yao clan emerged, including the Yu, Hu, and Fa surnames, which originated in this ancient land.
Yao"The surname is related to the Yellow Emperor, the lord of heaven and earth. Son of the Yellow Emperor"Boshang"Because of his wisdom and wisdom, he was sealed in the ancient Yan country, so he was surnamed"Yao"。The mountains and rivers there have been their homes for generations. With the passage of time, more and more families were born in the ancient kingdom of Yan"Yao"The surname was born among the descendants"Ji"They inherited the glory and tradition of the ancient kingdom of Yan and left a profound cultural heritage for the land of China.
The Chinese civilization has a history of thousands of years, and its fragments and families have converged like bright stars to form the glorious Chinese nation today. Every reader can find a historical connection to their own family when they read these histories.
The charm of Chinese civilization is not only reflected in our profound historical and cultural heritage, but also in our openness and inclusiveness. Regardless of ethnicity, surname, or national borders, we welcome every kind person with warmth and sincerity, and this enthusiasm, like tea, is a symbol of the spirit of the Chinese nation.
But true greatness lies not only in our history or culture, but also in the equal respect that our people have for all people. In this ancient land, there is no distinction between high and low surnames and ethnic groups. Everyone is an indispensable member of the big family of the Chinese nation. The ever-open embrace of the country warms everyone who lives here, and every heart feels at home.
Therefore, when we turn the page of history and look up to the starry past, we must not only be proud of the greatness of our ancestors, but also realize that it is precisely because of our deep love and attachment to this land that we have been able to survive and reproduce to this day. Let us inherit this difficult emotion, let us inherit this tolerance and great love, and let us write a new chapter in history together.