英语畅谈中国文化50主题

Historically, Chinese calligraphy and politics were closely intertwined.

The new, simplified characters made writing calligraphy less complicated.

Most emperors were good at calligraphy.

Examinations provided a way for ordinary people to achieve a better life.

Many people practice calligraphy as a wayto keep fit.

It`s interesting that Chinese paintings can be created on the spot.

They like to give meaning to the subjects they paint.

It doesn`t take a lot of training to paint landscapes

It all depends on the painter`s personality and ability.

It doesn`t quite match the Confucius image in my mind though.

它与我心目中的孔子形象不太一样。

Confucianism still has a tremendous influence over people today.

儒家思想对今天中国人的生活和思想依然有着重大的影响

Confucius developed his philosophy around the concept of benevolence.

孔子的思想体系以“仁”为核心

It stresses fairness and harmony in guman relationship

它强调人际关系的公正和谐

Confucianism emphasizes "courtesy" and "respect" whendealing with people or nature 孔子的学说恰好提倡以“礼”来处理人际关系及与自然的关系

There have been repeated discussions to give up Chinese medicine.

A Chinese medicine practitioner approaches on the home and abroad perspective

A Western medicine practitioner deals directly with the symptoms

A Chinese doctor relies on some herb medicines and acupuncture.

For people with terminal diseases, Chinese medicine may be the last result.

Most operas were based on historical events

They promoted traditional values

Operas were able to fill the gaps of education and teaching

Beijing opera is no longer as popular as it was

People were captivated the audience by its costumes and food

Chinese students are in the busy pursuit of fame and wealth

Every man had an obligation to both their immediate and extended families

Young people of different time periods have different pursuits

More and more young Chinese people have also signed up as volunteers

Beijing Opera has become a must-see item to entertain foreigners.

There is a very distinct Ming Dynasty influence in Beijing Opera costumes

Red is a color that represent loyalty and courage

I didn’t realize that Beijing Opera’s facial masks are so complicated