Jia Baoyu is the most unique character in "Dream of Red Mansions", and the piece of jade he wears, called Tongling Baoyu, has far-reaching meanings. The origin of this Tongling jade is not ordinary, it was originally a stubborn stone refined by Nuwa. Nuwa is a great deity in ancient myths and legends in China, and she saved all living beings by refining stones to make up for the sky. However, this piece of psychic treasure jade failed to participate in this great cause because of its lack of talent.
In desperation, this piece of Tongling Baoyu could only follow the attendant of Shenying, that is, Jia Baoyu, to enter the world together. It is transformed into the beautiful jade of Jia Baoyu's mouth when he was born in the world, and the jade is engraved with the words "Tongling Baoyu". These four words are not only the name of it, but also the definition of it. Since then, this piece of psychic jade has become an indispensable part of Jia Baoyu's life, and it is also called Jia Baoyu's lifeblood by Jia's mother.
The wearing of Tongling Baoyu makes Jia Baoyu unique. It seems to be Jia Baoyu's soul mate, witnessing the joys and sorrows of his life, the rise and fall of glory and disgrace. Tongling Baoyu is not only a symbol of Jia Baoyu's identity, but also a reflection of his heart. It represents Jia Baoyu's kindness, innocence and sensitivity, as well as his perseverance and perseverance in worldly disputes.
In the traditional culture of our country, jade symbolizes nobility, purity and beauty. Jia Baoyu's Tongling Baoyu is the embodiment of this symbol. It is like a mirror, reflecting Jia Baoyu's personality and destiny. In Jia Baoyu's life, Tongling Baoyu accompanied him through all kinds of hardships and witnessed his insight into the world and his perception of life.
Overall, the Tongling Jade is an important symbolic element in Dream of Red Mansions. It is not only the lifeblood of Jia Baoyu, but also the sustenance of his spiritual world. The existence of Tongling Baoyu makes Jia Baoyu's image fuller, and also makes the work "Dream of Red Mansions" full of profound cultural heritage.