According to the traditional Chinese system of twelve hoursThis corresponds to five to seven p.m. in modern time. During this period, the sun gradually sinks in the west, and the sky turns from light to dark, marking the end of the day's work, study, and the beginning of rest and entertainment.
The 12-hour system is a way of dividing time in ancient China, which originated in the pre-Qin period, and was refined and developed by many dynasties, and finally finalized in the Ming and Qing dynasties. This system divides the 24-hour day into 12 hours, each equivalent to two hours of modern time. As one of the hours, the name of unitary time is closely related to traditional Chinese culture, astronomical observation and agricultural production.
In ancient Chinese culture, unitary time was often associated with chickens. Because this is the time when the chickens return to their nests, farmers often judge the time based on the behavior of the chickens. In the "Book of Songs", there is a verse of "the woman says the rooster crows, and the scholar says the dan of the rooster", which describes the scene when the ancient lovers meet at the time of the rooster crow. At the same time, the unitary time is also the time when the city gate is closed in ancient times, so there is a saying that "the door is closed when the unitary time".
Although the hour system has been widely used in modern society to divide time, unitary time, as a part of traditional Chinese culture, is still preserved and passed down in some fields and occasions. For example, in some ancient villages and scenic spots, people still use the twelve hours to arrange their life and work. In addition, in the fields of literature, art, and historical research, the unitary time is often mentioned as an important cultural symbol.
For modern people, unitary time is more of a cultural concept and historical memory. But the wisdom and values contained in it are still worth excavating and inheriting. For example, unitary time represents not only a period of time, but also a way of life that conforms to nature and pays attention to rhythm. It reminds us to manage our time wisely, to achieve a combination of work and rest, and to maintain physical and mental health.
In the theory of traditional Chinese medicine health preservation, unitary time corresponds to the kidney meridian. The kidneys are the innate essence of the human body. Therefore, unitary time is the best time to nourish the kidneys. Proper exercise and massage at this time can promote blood circulation and metabolism in the kidney meridian, enhance kidney function, and delay aging.
In addition, the unitary time is also the time of the day when the yang energy gradually converges and the yin energy gradually increases. According to the idea of "the unity of nature and man" in traditional Chinese medicine, the human body should adjust its physiological activities in accordance with the changes of yin and yang in nature. Therefore, during the unitary period, one should gradually reduce strenuous activities and avoid overexertion and excessive sweating so as not to damage the yang energy. At the same time, it is necessary to maintain a happy mood and avoid excessive mood swings, so as to facilitate the growth of yin energy and the convergence of yang energy.
As a period of time with rich cultural connotations, unitary time is often mentioned and used in literary creation. Ancient poets often used unitary time as a backdrop to describe natural scenery, human figures, and emotional worlds. For example, in the Tang Dynasty poet Wang Zhilian's "Climbing the Stork Tower", there is "the day is at the end of the mountain, and the Yellow River flows into the sea." If you want to be poor, go to the next level. Among them, "the sun is at the end of the mountain" vividly depicts the scene of the sun sinking in the west.
Modern writers are also adept at using unitary time to create atmosphere, portray characters, and advance plots. For example, in some **, the author will show the style and social background of an era by describing the streets and alleys and the activities of the characters; In some prose, the author will use the natural scenery of the unitary time to express emotions and philosophies. Culture In Chinese folk culture, unitary time also has a unique meaning and status. Some local folk beliefs believe that the time of the gods descends to earth and the ghosts are active, so it is necessary to carry out corresponding sacrifices and exorcism activities to keep the family safe. For example, in some rural areas, people will burn incense and paper and place offerings to worship ancestors and gods. In some ancient town scenic spots, folk performances and festivals related to the unitary time will be staged to attract tourists.
In addition, the unitary time is also a time full of mystery and legend in folk tales. Many folk tales use unitary time as a backdrop to unfold plots, shape characters, and convey values. For example, there are many ghost stories related to unitary time in "Strange Tales from Liaozhai", which allows readers to feel the complexity of human nature and the impermanence of society in the thriller.
In the field of art, unitary time is also a subject of much attention. Painters often use unitary time as the theme to create landscape paintings, flower and bird paintings and other works; Calligraphers will use allusions and idioms related to unitary time in their works to add cultural connotation and artistic charm; Families will use songs and music to express the atmosphere and emotions of the unitary time.
For example, in some landscape paintings, the painter will use the shade of ink to express the scene of the sun sinking in the west and the mountains in the vast sky. In some flower and bird paintings, the characteristics of vitality and withering are expressed by depicting homing birds and withered flowers. In calligraphy works, idioms such as "closing the door when unitary" and "rooster crowing and dancing" are often skillfully used by calligraphers to express a certain artistic conception or emotion. In the ** works, there are many songs and music with the theme of unitary time to show the unique charm of this period through melody and lyrics.
In short, as a period of time with rich cultural connotation and historical background, unitary time has received extensive attention and application in various fields. It is not only an important part of traditional Chinese culture, but also a source of wisdom worthy of our excavation and inheritance in modern society.