Historically, the role of father has been given a variety of special titles. This sacred title has had a variety of names in various parts of China and at different times.
With the passage of time, these titles have also changed in silence. If we put aside the perspective of modern society and go back to ancient society to explore the concept of "father", perhaps we will find some surprises that are unimaginable to modern people.
In ancient times, father was honorifically called"Master"This tradition flourished from the Han Dynasty to its peak during the Northern and Southern Dynasties and the Sui and Tang dynasties, which fully reflects the admiration people had for their fathers at that time.
From childhood, boys call their fathers by name"Grandpa"。This one"Master", which represents the child's deep respect for his father. "Master"Although the word is simple, it contains a wealth of meaning.
It both symbolizes the father's high position in the family and also implies the child's gratitude to the father for his hard work. In ancient agrarian societies, fathers were responsible for providing for their families, and children understood that they could not survive in this world without their father's love and care.
Therefore,"Grandpa"This title is not only a recognition of his father's authority, but also a return for his father's kindness.
In ancient times, the prestige of the father was unparalleled, he was the core of the family, the pillar of the family. As a son, Li Si was taught by his father since he was a child and learned the skills of farming.
Although farming is full of hardships, whenever Li Si sees his father's swarthy ** covered with sunspots and wrinkles, his heart is full of awe for his father. Li Si knows that in order to support the whole family, his father worked hard from morning to night, and his perseverance was awe-inspiring.
Whenever Li Si called out "Grandpa", his father would always show a kind smile. Li Si understands that although the word "grandpa" is simple, it contains his gratitude for his father's hard work and respect for his father's majesty.
With such a strong and reliable "grandfather" to rely on, Li Si feels that he is the happiest child in the world.
Every child has a lot of respect for their father, and they aspire to be like their father who is brave and strong enough to protect his family. In their hearts, their father is a hero and an example for them to follow.
The wisdom and strength of my father are unmatched. Therefore, every child in the village addressed his father as "grandpa" in a respectful tone. This title is not only a representation of the father, but also a high respect.
No matter how the world changes, this title is always solemn and sacred, and every "grandpa" is full of the child's deep respect for the head of the family.
With the passage of time, there have been some changes in the title of father. The ancients found that a father with only one or two children did not seem to be enough to be a "grandfather", so they coined a new title "father".
Splitting the word "father", "father" and "many" mean that one father has multiple children. In the ancient concept of procreation, multiple children were considered a kind of luck.
Therefore, fathers who have more than two children deserve the honorable title of "Dad". This title originated in the north during the Three Kingdoms period, and by the Song Dynasty it had spread to the south and north of the Yangtze River.
During the festive season, the children would affectionately call "Daddy" and say hello to their father. A "dad" reflects the child's dependence and love for his father. At the same time, it also shows that this family is prosperous and has a bright future.
In the hearts of the ancients, calling one's father "Daddy" was a custom that symbolized family happiness.
The Zhang family has five sons, of which Zhang Sijing is the youngest, and he has called his father "Dad" since he was a child. And his alias is "Fifth Brother", which also indirectly proves the fact that he has four elder brothers.
In Zhang Sijing's heart, his father is incomparably great, not only taking care of him and his mother, but also taking care of the food, clothing, housing and transportation of his four elder brothers. Whenever a neighbor ridiculed his "father" for giving birth, Zhang Sijing always said proudly: "There are many sons and many blessings, it is precisely because we have these five brothers that our family can live a happy life." ”
Zhang Sijing, who lives in a small village, often hears adults mention that some families are suffering because of lack of labor or inability to raise children, and then he feels even more fortunate to have such a hard-working and well-behaved "father".
Zhang Sijing deeply felt his own"Daddy"The greatest man in the village, he not only supported a family of eight, but also often solved problems for his neighbors. Every time he thought of this, he was deeply grateful to God for giving him such a highly praised person"Daddy"。
And those children in the same village who only have only children often envy Zhang Sijing's brothers and sisters. In their eyes, a single father was able to raise multiple children, which in the ancient days of that agrarian society was a symbol of happiness and abundance.
Therefore, they will also take the to"Daddy"This honorific title is used to show the wealth and harmony of one's family, which reflects the ancient people's admiration for fertility and the expectation of having many children.
With the advancement of the "Chinese language movement", a new kind of father title has gradually swept the country, that is, "Dad". According to the study of antiquity,"Dad"The roots of the word can be traced back to the ancients"Father"The word is pronounced "Ba".
With the change in the pronunciation of Chinese characters, the ancients deliberately created a phonetic character "Dad" to express the title of close to the father. The popularization of the word "dad" undoubtedly reflects the progress of the times.
People are more open to understanding the relationship between father and son, and the father is no longer a stern image, but has become an amiable elder. The sense of distance between the child and the father is also eliminated, and they call "Daddy" intimately and spoil the father to their heart's content.
This "dad" expresses the child's deep love for his father.
In the new era, Li Ming was a lucky child, and he affectionately called his father "Daddy" since he was a child. Li Ming's father was a knowledgeable and wise man with a kind personality, and often used his humor to make Li Ming laugh.
Li Ming deeply remembers that whenever he begged his father to tell him a fairy tale before going to bed, his father would always smile and take a copy from the bookshelf and tell it for him. Li Ming still clearly remembers that when he accidentally fell and injured his knee, it was his father who leaned down and gently smeared medicine on him.
Dad's movements were extremely gentle, his eyes were full of pity, and Li Ming even felt that the pain had been shared a lot. This gave Li Ming a new understanding of his father's image, and it turned out that his father could also be so gentle and thoughtful.
He deeply felt his father's love, which was a deep emotion, full of warmth and care.
Li Ming's father spent many wonderful time in the park with him, and they rode around the lake together and enjoyed acrobatic performances. These interactions made Li Ming feel his father's deep love, and there was no sense of distance between children and their parents in ancient times, but like a close friend.
Every time he shouted the word "Dad", his heart would be filled with great closeness and comfort. The children around Li Ming seem to have the same feelings. In modern society, the role of the father should be closer to the child, becoming their spiritual support and emotional support, rather than being a strict parent.
As a result, the intimate title "Daddy" has gradually become popular. In the new era, the relationship between father and son is more equal and harmonious, the father's authority is diminishing, and he is more like a friend and guide for his children.
The title of "Dad" also reflects this huge social change, narrowing the distance between father and son, and making the flower of family affection more brilliant in the sun.
Daddy"This title has become synonymous with father in today's society. But actually, either way"Master"、"Daddy"Still"Daddy"These different titles show the deep respect and affection that Chinese children have for their fathers.
This proves that the power of fatherly love is eternal, and no matter how the times change, people's lofty status and irreplaceable role of fathers are deeply engraved in their hearts.
There is a great one in everyone's heart"Father"He may be serious or kind, but his presence makes children feel the meaning of life. In the past, people used various names to describe the supreme father in their hearts, and these different names reveal the diversity of the relationship between father and son.
Now, let's put aside the modern perspective and look back at those old fatherly titles. You may find that:"Father"These two words contain rich emotional connotations.
These ancient names not only make us feel the precipitation of time, but also more deeply understand the deep emotions between father and son.
As the years go by, the noble image of my father will always remain in our hearts. Thank you, Father! Your kindness is like a mountain, and your grace is like the sea. We use words to praise your greatness, you hold us up with both hands, and cast our future with responsibility.
Time flies, but our memories are still alive. The legends of countless fathers tell the eternal family affection. Thank you for bringing warmth to the world, and thank you for lighting our way forward.
We will continue to grow, and we feel your expectations and entrustment. Father's love is not only a text, but also a silent guardian. Although our sons and daughters have traveled thousands of miles, your spirit is always in our hearts.
The mountains are high and the waters are long, and the love is deep. We sincerely wish that all generations will have such a deep fatherly love as you. Let the flower of family affection never wither, and let the lights of thousands of homes illuminate the world.