In traditional Chinese culture, "dragon fight" and "dragon fight and tiger fight" are commonly used idioms and allusions, reflecting the worship and competition of power and authority in ancient society. The production of these idioms and allusions is closely related to the cultural concepts, political structure and philosophical ideas of ancient Chinese society.
From a cultural point of view, both the dragon and the tiger are symbols of strength in traditional Chinese culture. The dragon is one of the four spirits, symbolizing supreme authority and power, being the master of rain, rivers, and lakes, and representing mystery and change. As the "king of beasts", the tiger symbolizes courage and strength, and is the overlord of the mountains and forests. In ancient people's concepts, the dragon and the tiger each occupied one side, and their struggle was undoubtedly a contest of power and authority.
From the point of view of political structure, these idioms reflect the struggle for dominance in ancient societies. In feudal society, fierce wars and struggles often occur between princes and kings in various places in order to compete for political power or to expand their sphere of influence. This kind of "dragon fight" situation is not uncommon in history.
From the perspective of philosophical thought, the theory of the five elements of yin and yang in ancient Chinese philosophy also regarded the dragon and tiger as representatives of the power of yin and yang. Dragons are often associated with concepts such as yang, heaven, and kings, while tigers may be associated with concepts such as yin, earth, and subjects. Their struggle can also be seen as a symbol of the contrast and balance of forces in nature and human society.
The expressions "dragon and tiger" and "dragon and tiger" not only reflect the competition and worship of power and authority in ancient Chinese society, but also reflect the philosophical thinking of the contrast and balance of various forces in nature and social life. These idioms and allusions have become deeply embedded in Chinese culture, becoming vivid language to describe fierce rivalries and power struggles.