Introduction:
China has a long history, and its thousands of years of heritage are remarkable. However, there was a mysterious 1500-year "gap" in it, during which there was no written record, leading to international controversy. This period is known as the Yanhuang Age and is full of myths and legends, including magnificent stories such as Pangu opening the heavens and Nuwa mending the heavens. This article will delve into this forgotten history, reveal the details and possible reasons, and let us walk into this mysterious era and feel the ancient legend together.
1. Myths and legends of the Yanhuang era
The Yanhuang era is the only 1500 years in Chinese history that has not been recorded in writing. During this time, historical materials were scarce and mostly myths and legends. One of the most famous stories is the creation of Pangu Kaitian. Legend has it that Pangu split the chaos with a powerful axe, separating the heavens and the earth, and forming the basic structure of the universe. His huge body turned into mountains and rivers, his hair into forests, his teeth into jewels and minerals, and ** into the soil of the earth. This myth not only created the formation of the universe, but also conveyed the reverence and reverence for nature in ancient China.
After Pangu, the Yanhuang era gave birth to Fuxi and Nuwa, and the brother and sister became the cultural pioneers of ancient China. Fu Xi used the Bagua diagram to deduce the operation of the universe, creating a tradition of divination and **. Nuwa, on the other hand, made people out of clay and taught the earliest survival skills of humans, such as farming, hunting, and weaving. She also invented the knotted rope note, the earliest form of writing in ancient China. These legends provide a mystical backdrop to the origins of ancient Chinese civilization and, despite the lack of specific historical records, laid the groundwork for later cultures.
2. The battle between Chiyou and Emperor Yan and Emperor Huang
The Yanhuang era was not only a time of myths and legends, but also some specific historical events, although these events are still full of legends. The battle between Chiyou and Emperor Yan and Emperor Huang is one of them.
Legend has it that Chiyou was a vicious tribal leader who rode a giant panda into the territory of Emperor Yan and sparked a fierce battle. Emperor Yan was in dire need of help, so he asked for support from the Yellow Emperor. The Yellow Emperor called on capable people from all over the country, assembled a powerful army, and the three sides launched a fierce battle. In the battle, the Yellow Emperor exerted his wisdom and courage and finally helped Emperor Yan to achieve victory, ending the long war. The storyline of this legend has similarities with flood legends around the world, such as the story of Noah's Ark.
Although there is no detailed historical record, this historical story reflects the unity and courage of the ancient Chinese in the face of external threats. The legendary Yellow Emperor and Emperor Yan represent the spirit of unity of the Chinese nation, while Chiyou symbolizes foreign invading forces. While these stories are full of legends, they have left a deep mark on Chinese history and shaped the cultural identity of ancient China.
Third, Dayu ruled the water and the establishment of the Xia Dynasty
With the end of the Yan and Huang era, Chinese history entered a new period. Dayu became the protagonist of this era, and he inherited a difficult task - to control the floods. At that time, flooding was a serious problem, with frequent floods and floods threatening people's livelihoods and safety. Dayu reformed the previous plugging method, and adopted the method of grooming and building Kyushu Ding to improve the flood problem. With his tenacious will and brilliant mind, he successfully harnessed the power of nature and laid a solid foundation for the development of Chinese civilization.
The legendary story of Dayu's water control reflects the courage and wisdom of the ancient Chinese people to resist natural disasters. His achievements not only restored China's agricultural production and social stability, but also laid the foundation for the establishment of the Xia Dynasty, the first hereditary dynasty in Chinese history. The emergence of the Xia Dynasty marked an increase in historical records, but there is still no complete historical record covering the Yanhuang era and the Five Emperors era. This raises an important question, why was there such a large historical gap in the early stages of Chinese history?
Possible reasons include the relatively short life expectancy of people at the time, the frequent occurrence of disasters, and the fact that the concept of historical records has not yet been formed. In that era, the main focus was probably more on surviving and responding to natural disasters than on writing history. In addition, ancient Chinese historical records and transmission methods also relied heavily on oral traditions, which made historical materials more susceptible to loss or loss. Despite the controversy, this forgotten history has profoundly influenced Chinese culture and shaped the unique identity of the Chinese nation.
Conclusion:
The "blank period" of 1500, the Yanhuang era, although there is no written record, is full of mystery and legend. From Pangu Kaitian to Dayu's control of water, from the battle between Xuan You and the Yan Emperor and the Yellow Emperor to the establishment of the Xia Dynasty, the story of this period is like an ancient picture scroll, showing the wisdom, courage and unity of the ancient Chinese. Despite the limited historical data, these legends and stories are still deeply rooted in Chinese culture and have become an important part of China's historical heritage. We may never be able to fully restore the true face of this period, but it is this mystery and unknown that makes Chinese history more colorful and worthy of our continuous in-depth exploration and inheritance. By understanding this history, we can better understand the wisdom and tenacity of the ancient Chinese and feel the great inheritance of Chinese civilization.