More and more costume dramas appear on the screen, which also makes everyone more curious about the life of concubines in the harem. Want to know more about their real lives.
In the palace, their every move is strictly monitored and restrictedIn these complicated lives, there is also a topic that makes it difficult for concubines to talk about - "menstrual affairs".
This natural physiological phenomenon is a personal topic that is difficult for them to talk about. However, when the moon came and the emperor summoned at the same time, how did the concubines deal with this awkward situation?
When the menstrual event comes, how can you serve the emperor? Many of the concubines were embarrassed。At that time, there was a very clever palace maid in the harem, and she designed two rings for each concubine, one gold and one silver.
If the concubine is unwell during the menstrual period, she puts a gold ring on her left hand and tactfully shows her physical condition to the emperor.
In addition, in the Han Dynasty, there was a noble lady named Cheng Ji, who once faced such a dilemma. One day, Emperor Jing of Han had a whim and ordered his attendants to be summoned to Cheng Ji. However, Cheng Ji is suffering from menstrual troubles. In addition, according to the regulations at the time, she could not directly refuse the emperor's favor.
In this dilemma, Cheng Ji showed extraordinary wisdom. She secretly arranged for one of her confidants to accept the emperor's favor and replace her.
Under Cheng Ji's secret guidance, this palace maid not only successfully completed the task, but also skillfully maintained the dignity of the royal family and the harmony in the court. Although there are only a few words about this incident in the history books, it is not difficult to see the thrilling story behind it.
During the Eastern Han Dynasty, concubines took a more subtle approach to this issue. They would draw two bright red dots on either side of their lips, a look known at the time as "dotted lips", which was both a fashion and a silent signal.
This makeup not only conveys the recent physical condition of the concubines, but also cleverly avoids direct embarrassment, while adding to their charm and becoming a unique harem culture.
During the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period, the political situation was turbulent, and the rules in the palace also changed. High-ranking concubines began to hang red lanterns outside the house as a way to hint at their menstrual affairs.
This direct and obvious approach not only relieved the embarrassment of the concubine's direct interaction with the emperor, but also reflected the gradual understanding and respect of women's physiological phenomena in the society at that time.
During the Ming and Qing dynasties, the imperial palace system was more perfect. The harem set up a "worship room", which was responsible for recording and managing the menstrual cycle of the concubines.
The emergence of this system allowed the emperor to avoid summoning concubines when it was inconvenient for them, while also protecting their privacy and dignity.
These strategies and practices may seem somewhat outdated today, but they are all the wisdom and adaptability of ancient women in a particular socio-cultural context.
They not only solved the practical problems faced by the concubines at that time, but also protected their privacy and self-esteem to a certain extent. These stories not only give us a glimpse of the ancient court life, but also give us a sense of the wisdom and courage of the women of that era.
These strategies and practices may seem somewhat outdated today, but they are all the wisdom and adaptability of ancient women in a particular socio-cultural context.
They not only solved the practical problems faced by the concubines at that time, but also protected their privacy and self-esteem to a certain extent.
These stories not only give us a glimpse of the life of the ancient harem, but also give us a sense of the wisdom and courage of the women of that era.
In these stories, we can see how ancient women skillfully handled their privacy in the special surroundings of the palace and the balance they found between traditional etiquette and practical needs.
These stories not only help us better understand the past, but also make us appreciate the progress of the present even more.
With the development of society and the improvement of women's status, women's menstruation is no longer a topic that is ignored or shamed, but has become a part of public discussion and education.
This change not only reflects the respect and understanding of women in society, but also an important symbol of the progress of human civilization.