questions for week4-7
陈绍英
1. Who is Confucius?
2. What does Temple of Heaven represent?
3.What is the Terracotta Army?
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钟永佩1.Confucius was an ancient Chinese philosopher, teacher, and political figure, whose name is associated with the philosophy known as Confucianism. He was born in the state of Lu (today’s Shandong province) in 551 BCE and is considered one of the most influential figures in Chinese history. Confucius is revered for his teachings on morality, ethics, and social relationships, which have had a profound impact on Chinese culture and the cultures of other East Asian countries. His philosophy emphasizes the importance of filial piety, respect for authority, and the pursuit of harmony in human relationships. Confucius is also known for his belief in the transforming power of education and the pursuit of knowledge. His teachings were compiled by his followers into a book called “The Analects,” which is one of the most important texts in Confucianism and Chinese philosophy. 2.The Temple of Heaven (Tiantan), located in Beijing, China, is a complex of religious buildings where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties conducted annual ceremonies of prayer to Heaven for a good harvest. It represents the relationship between the Chinese emperor and the heavens, as well as the cosmic order and the Confucian principle of filial piety. The temple is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is renowned for its architectural and artistic significance, as well as its symbolic importance in Chinese history and culture 3..The Terracotta Army, also known as the Terracotta Warriors, is a collection of life-sized terracotta sculptures that were buried with the first emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang, in 210–209 BCE. The figures, which include soldiers, chariots, and horses, were placed in the emperor’s tomb to protect him in the afterlife. The Terracotta Army was discovered in 1974 by farmers digging a well near the city of Xi’an in Shaanxi province and is one of the most significant archaeological finds in the world. The sculptures are famous for their intricate details, such as individually carved facial features, hairstyles, and armor, and they provide valuable insights into the military technology, clothing, and cultural practices of the time. The site of the Terracotta Army is now a museum and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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黄莉萍★1. Confucius, also known as Kongzi or Kong Fuzi, was a Chinese philosopher, teacher, and political figure who lived during the Spring and Autumn period of Chinese history (around 551–479 BCE). He is considered one of the most influential figures in Chinese history and philosophy. Confucius' teachings revolved around ethics, morality, family values, and social harmony. His philosophy emphasized the importance of personal and governmental morality, justice, sincerity, and the proper conduct of relationships. 2. The Temple of Heaven, located in Beijing, China, is a complex of religious buildings constructed during the Ming Dynasty. It represents a significant symbol of Chinese religious practices and imperial power. The temple was where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties would perform elaborate ceremonies to pray for good harvests and communicate with the divine for the prosperity of the empire. The architecture and layout of the temple complex reflect the cosmological principles and beliefs of ancient Chinese cosmology, emphasizing the connection between heaven and earth. 3. The Terracotta Army is a collection of life-sized clay sculptures depicting the army of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China. These sculptures were buried with the emperor around 210–209 BCE to protect him in the afterlife. Discovered in 1974 near Xi'an, China, by local farmers digging a well, the Terracotta Army comprises thousands of infantry, archers, cavalry, and charioteers, along with horses and other non-military figures. The discovery is considered one of the most significant archaeological finds in history, offering insights into the military, artistic, and cultural achievements of ancient China. -
流星掠天3.Terra-cotta warriors are a category of ancient tomb sculptures. In ancient times, when people were martyred, the slaves were the appendages of the slave owners during their lifetime, and after the death of the slave owners, the slaves were buried with the slave owners as martyrs. The terra-cotta warriors were made into burial objects in the shape of soldiers and horses.
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董铭阳The Temple of Heaven was built in the eighteenth year of Yongle in the Ming Dynasty (1420), and was rebuilt in the Qing Dynasty during Qianlong and Guangxu. It is a place for the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties to worship the emperor and pray for a bumper harvest. The general name of the two altars of Tianyuan Mound and Prayer Valley, there are two altar walls, forming the inner and outer altars, and the altar walls are round in the south and north, symbolizing the round place of the sky
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