The Chinese spirit is Gu Hongming's work,which is divided into nine parts.The work reveals the spiritual life of Chinese culture.In the introduction,the author compares Chinese with Americans,Germans and Frenchmen,and points out that people in different countries have different qualities,while Chinese have four qualities:profound,broad,simple and spiritual.Under the historical background at that time,it has very important practical significance.

  These qualities are embodied in the daily life of the Chinese people.China is known as the state of etiquette ,with a complete etiquette system.Both young and old people pay attention to politeness.For example,table manners.The family sits together for dinner.and the seating order is exquisite,and only the elderly can move their chopsticks first,others can eat.In the usual bus ride,respect for the elderly and love for the young is also the consensus of the Chinese people,so many people will take the intiative to give their seats to inconvemiemt elderly people.In terms of national policy,we also give a lot of care to the elderly so that they can spend a good old age.

  The most impressive thing is the Chinese language.Chinese language is extensive and profound.The author thinks that Chinese is a kind of spiritual language.Many foreigners thinks that it is difficult to learn Chinese,but this is because Chinese has a unique system，Chhinese people have a good memory, and uses the mind to learn.It is precisely because Chinese people treat their own language with their heart.So Chinese feel that Chinese is easy.The author also draws the conclusion that Chinese people have children's mind and adult's mind.The reason why Chinese people have good memory is that they learn by heart .not just by brain.

  The author also explains why Chinese people do not need religion.The reason is that Chinese people have a complete mind and do not need to rely on the outside world for their beliefs.Although some people think that Confucianism is not religious,but it can play a role in religion,Confucianism in the management of the country has also given guidance,in the conduct of the world has made a detailed elaboration. Confucianism can be regarded as a gentleman's way.

  In today's society,cultual self-confidence has become an important topic.Many Chinese people have the mentality of worshipping foreign things and flattering foreign countries.They always think that Chinese culture is not interesting as foreign culture and Chinese architecture is not grand as foreign countries.That is because they have not really understand Chinese history,culture and architecture.As a country with 5000years of civilization,China can continue.It is closely related to its vigorous vitality.This vitality exists in China's history ,thus enabling China to go through numerous ups and downs.

  Through reading this book,we can not only see the author's love for China,but also inspire our inner love for the country.We have a deeper understanding of Chinese culture and enhanced cultural confidence.As a Chinese,we are also very proud.

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