Throughout its history, the dragon has always been regarded as a symbol of the Chinese nation, symbolizing strength, wisdom and wealth. Jiao, as a close relative of the dragon, is often overlooked. The purpose of this article is to **"If the dragon is like a dragon, if the snake is like a turtle, if the fish is like a clam, the dragon can do it." Jiao, Jiao, Jiao, not a dragon, nor a snake or a turtle, nor a fish or a clam", and how the saints and sages find their own place in it.
The Dragon and the Jiao: The difference between the realms.
The dragon, as a mythical beast in myths and legends, represents supreme power and majesty. It can not only soar through the clouds, but also stir up waves, and has an infinite ability to change. In contrast, although Jiao is also the overlord of the water, it lacks the flexibility and unfathomability of dragons. Jiao can only dominate in the water, but cannot swim in the sky like a dragon, showing a broader world.
The Sage and the Sage: The Distinction of the Realm.
In traditional Chinese culture, sages and sages represent different levels of moral and spiritual realm. Like a dragon, a saint possesses noble character and superior wisdom, and is able to perceive and embrace all things in the world. Not only can they lead the times like dragons, but they can also be innovative and change-conscious like dragons. Sages, on the other hand, are similar to Jiao, they have excellent performance in a certain field or aspect, but compared to saints, their vision and realm are relatively limited. Sages can do their jobs well, inherit and carry forward traditional culture, but they lack the transcendence and innovation of sages.
If the dragon is like a dragon: the understanding of life.
This sentence tells us that in life, everyone should strive to improve their own realm and pattern. We cannot rest on our laurels, let alone rest on our laurels because of our limitations. Like dragons, we should constantly strive for excellence and innovation, and constantly expand our horizons and ways of thinking. At the same time, we should also be like Jiao, work hard in our own field, and constantly improve our skills and knowledge.
Epilogue. If the dragon is like a dragon, if the snake is like a turtle, if the fish is like a clam, the dragon can do it. This sentence is not only a description of the dragon and the Jiao, but also a metaphor for the state of life. Each of us should strive to become the "dragon" who can easily navigate various realms, rather than just being satisfied with being a "Jiao". By constantly improving our character and wisdom, we can truly appreciate the infinite scenery and splendor.
In this era full of challenges and opportunities, let us all become the "dragon" that can fly freely in the sky, and create a better future together!