In Chinese culture, 志衰 (zhìshuāi) and 致哀 (zhì āi) are two words associated with mourning, and both are used to show respect and remembrance for the deceased. Although both contain the meaning of mourning, in practical use, there are some differences between them. Here is the difference between a decline and a mourning:
1.Declining morale.
The term "Zhi Yuan** is used in the ancient Chinese ritual system, mainly to express respect and mourning for the deceased. It is mainly used in formal occasions such as funerals and memorial services, where people express their respect and remembrance for the deceased through writing, poetry, or eulogies. The content of the chronicle is usually more formal and standardized, emphasizing the evaluation and affirmation of the deceased's life deeds, as well as condolences to his relatives.
2.Condolences.
Mourning is a more extensive, casual form of mourning that can be used in a variety of settings. In addition to formal occasions such as funerals and memorial services, people can also express their grief for the deceased in other ways, such as attending funerals, sending wreaths, sending condolence messages, etc. The content of the condolences is usually more concise and sincere, emphasizing remembrance and regret for the deceased, as well as comforting the living.
3.The difference between a decline and a mourning.
Both mourning and mourning have the meaning of mourning, but there are some differences in their use, which are as follows:
How to use: "Chi mourning" is often used to express deep condolences to the deceased and want to express this emotion in some way. "Condolences" is more focused on expressing sympathy and condolences to the deceased, which may include conveying this emotion to the deceased's relatives and friends through social media**, news**, or sending a direct letter of condolence.
Form of participation: "Mourning" is usually a large-scale collective way of expressing mourning, which needs to express nostalgia and mourning for something or someone through a specific ritual or activity. "Condolences" require participants to be present at the scene and express themselves by participating in certain ceremonies and activities.
In conclusion, both mourning and mourning are ways of expressing condolences to the deceased, but they differ in the occasions and expressions in which they are used. Zhiwan is mainly used in formal occasions, and the content is more formal and standardized; Condolences can be used in a variety of contexts and are more concise and sincere. In Chinese culture, both are appropriate ways to show respect and remembrance for the deceased.