The sword of ancient China wasWarAll dynasties are pursuing to make the sharpest and strongest weaponsSword。But among the many famous swords, the Tang Xuanzong periodTangxi SwordIt is known for its unique toughness, resilience and resilience. However, this oneSwordThe secret was lost due to the destruction of Tang Xuanzong, and it was not rediscovered until modern times.
Tangxi SwordThe geographical origin of the country can be traced back to Korea during the Warring States Period, that is, in the area of Xiping County, Zhumadian City, Henan Province today. Although Korea is the smallest and least populated country among the Seven Heroes of the Warring States, it is still known for its smelting technology and manufacturingSwordand won a great reputation. Among them,Tangxi SwordIt is known as the first in ChinaSword, whose manufacturing techniques are still impressive today.
According to historical records,Sima QianIn the evaluation of ChinaNine famous swordstime, emphasizedSwordof toughness and elasticity. WhileTangxi SwordIt can be called the best in this regard. GeneralSwordIt may be hard, but it is much more difficult to get to the point where it bends and can bounce back into place. However,Tangxi SwordBut it can bend to an astonishing 120 degrees, almost stacked below, but it quickly springs back to its original shape after letting go, and there is no trace to be seen. This was a remarkable achievement in ancient sword-forging technology at that time.
Tangxi SwordThe sharpness is even more amazing. It is said that Korean children at that time were able to swing the sword with ease, and in a single swing, the head hit the ground. Moreover, as long as the diameter of the opponent's weapon does not exceed ten centimeters,Tangxi Swordcan be easily cut off. This indestructible power is astounding.
Such excellent sword-making skills benefit from the abundant trace metal elements in the stream water in the Tangxi area. In the process of forging iron swords in ancient times, trace elements from the stream water were absorbed, thereby increasing the strength and toughness of the sword. Without these trace elements, it would be almost impossible to achieve such toughness, except with modern forging techniques.
However, despite thatTangxi SwordIt has such excellent production technology and excellent performance, but it suddenly disappeared because of a destruction operation by Tang Xuanzong. According to historical records, the cause of this incident was Tang Xuanzong's beloved concubineYang Yuhuanhanged himself, which made Tang Xuanzong resentful. He thinks it is precisely becauseTangxi SwordSharp and extraordinary, it is fueledAn Lushanof the uprising. So, he ordered to send a large army to encircle and suppress the entire Tangxi County, and completely destroy the Shili Tangxi Shili City. All the workers were brutally killed, even their families. The sword-casting facilities were also completely destroyed, and all the documents related to the sword-casting were burned. Since then,Tangxi SwordThe craftsmanship was lost.
Thankfully, in the 40s of the 20th century, a sword-casting expert named Gao Xikun established a school in Xiping CountyFoundry。After 40 years of research, he succeeded in forging one that could cut six steel bars and pierce an iron barrel in 1986Sword。This oneSwordIt is only about 100 degrees when it is bent, but when it springs back to its original shape, it makes a phoenix chirpDragon's groanVoice-like sound. The sword-forging stunt that had been lost for thousands of years has finally reappeared in front of the world.
Tangxi SwordAs the most famous in ancient ChinaSwordOne is not just a weapon, but also ChinaKendoCultureimportant components. With its unique production process and excellent performance, it represents people's heartsKendoof pursuit and reverence.
In ancient China, the sword was not only a weapon, but also regarded as a symbol of morality and spirituality. KendoIt emphasizes self-cultivation, family harmony, governing the country, and leveling the world, and emphasizes the topic of cultivation and balancing the body, mind and soul. WhileTangxi SwordThe production process and performance are reflectedKendoThe core principle of "strong, tough, tenacious and elastic". Its craftsmanship is a myriad of condensationsCraftsmanThe wisdom and industriousness of each handfulTangxi SwordIt's all about themKendoThe pursuit of the essence.
And Tang Xuanzong ruinedTangxi SwordThe behavior of China is ChinaKendoCultureA major change in development. It has almost lost this traditional skill, leaving endless regrets for future generations. But Gao Xikun's efforts have made the world see it againTangxi SwordThe brilliance also makes us reflectKendoCulturevalue and significance.
Tangxi SwordAs ancient ChinaNine famous swordsIt is undoubtedly a treasure in the history of Chinese civilization. With its excellent manufacturing process and outstanding performance, it has become ChinaKendoCultureimportant symbols. However, its loss and reappearance also give us a deeper understandingKendoCultureof preciousness and rarity. As heirs and inheritors, we should cherish thisCultureLegacy, legacyKendoThe spirit of JeanTangxi SwordThe light shines again in the world.