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The Son of Heaven carved the bow, the princes Tong bow, the doctor's black bow, and the ceremony.
Translation] The Son of Heaven used a bow carved with patterns, the princes used a red bow, and the doctor used a black bow, which was a kind of etiquette.
In ancient China, the ritual system was an important social norm and political system that stipulated the rights and obligations of different classes of people in social and political life. Among them, the use of bows and arrows is also a part of the etiquette system, and different classes have different rules for bows and arrows. As the supreme ruler, the Son of Heaven enjoyed the most honorable position and power, and the bows they used had to be carved with patterns to show their dignity and authority. And the princes, as the courtiers of the Son of Heaven, are second only to the Son of Heaven, and they use red bows, which represent dignity and power. The doctors, as the courtiers of the princes, had a lower status, and they could only use black bows. Such regulations are not only a symbol, but also a maintenance of social hierarchy and political order.
In addition to the color and decoration of the bows, there were other differences in the bows and arrows used by different classes. For example, there are strict regulations on the material, production process, and size of bows and arrows. These regulations not only reflect the differences in social status and political power between different classes, but also reflect the importance and maintenance of etiquette by ancient people. In ancient China, etiquette was not only a regulation, but also a manifestation of social values. Through this system, people can clarify their position and role in social and political life, so as to maintain social stability and political order. At the same time, etiquette also promotes people's awareness of respect and order, and promotes the harmonious development of society. Today, although the ancient system of etiquette is gone, its influence is still present in our society and culture.
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