Editor's note: The zodiac is a vivid representative of the twelve earthly branches, namely, Zi (mouse), Ugly (ox), Yin (tiger), Mao (rabbit), Chen (dragon), Si (snake), Wu (horse), Wei (sheep) and Shen (monkey). The origin of the zodiac is related to animal worship. According to textual research, a relatively complete zodiac system existed as early as the pre-Qin period, and the earliest document recording the same zodiac signs as today is Lun Heng written by Wang Chong in the Eastern Han Dynasty. In modern times, more people regard the zodiac as the mascot of the Spring Festival and become a symbol of entertainment and cultural activities. Rat: it is regarded as a symbol of alertness, being good at adversity, reproduction of children and grandchildren and prosperity of family business; There is an auspicious meaning of endless life and prosperity. Belonging to cattle: it is regarded as a symbol of diligence and simplicity, sincerity and faithfulness, humiliation and burden-bearing, courage and stubbornness; There is an auspicious meaning of hard work and good weather. Belonging to the tiger: it is regarded as a symbol of power, boldness and justice, gorgeous literary style and imposing manner; There is an auspicious meaning of charm and well-being in all directions. Belonging to rabbit: it is regarded as a symbol of gentleness and gentleness, purity and elegance, wit and sensitivity, loyalty and kindness; There is an auspicious meaning of nature and immortality. Belonging to the dragon: it is regarded as a noble god, a symbol of lofty aspirations, flexibility and openness; There is an auspicious meaning of punishing evil and making the country prosperous and the people safe. Belonging to a snake: it is regarded as a symbol of beauty, infatuation, generosity and flexibility; There is an auspicious meaning of being flexible and unyielding. Belonging to a horse: it is regarded as a symbol of vigorous and majestic, loyal and honest, arrogant and unruly, brave and firm; There is an auspicious meaning of going forward bravely and never ending life. Belonging to the sheep: it is regarded as a symbol of gentleness, kindness, kindness and harmony, obedience and purity; There are auspicious meanings of rich years and good fortune. A monkey: it is regarded as a symbol of freedom, agility, cleverness, wisdom and courage, and love and righteousness; There are auspicious meanings of healthy and happy New Year. Belonging to the rooster: it is regarded as a symbol of courage and belligerence, forge ahead, resolve a hundred things, and be safe and auspicious; Having a stable home is the auspicious meaning of the couple. Belonging to a dog: it is regarded as a symbol of wit and intelligence, sincerity and courage, due diligence and trustworthiness, and sacrifice for righteousness; There are auspicious meanings of four seasons, peace and tranquility. Belonging to a pig: it is regarded as a symbol of bold and modest, simple and honest, happy-go-lucky, and uncontested; There is an auspicious meaning of living and working in peace and contentment. As a long-standing folk culture number, the zodiac has left a large number of poems, Spring Festival couplets, paintings, calligraphy and paintings and craft works depicting the image and symbolic significance of the zodiac throughout the ages. Apart from China, many countries in the world issue zodiac stamps during the Spring Festival to express their wishes for the New Year in China.
Seven Rhythms, New Poems on the Zodiac
: Qiu Mai
1.
Yang Shanshen painted
Rat: the first of the Zodiac
The whole world called this traitor, but this monarch is actually unusual.
if you live in a deep place and accumulate grain and grass, you will have more meals.
The mole drinks the river as he pleases, and the ferret god invites him to spoil him as a darling.
Mickey's image is loved by everyone, and people in the disco are scrambling to see it.
2.
Yang Shanshen painted
Cattle: Hard-working and hard-working
I devoted myself to plowing and thinning the fields all my life, and I didn't blame others or heaven.
if you are treated with warmth and satiety, how can you love and pity by whipping?
give in in order, climb with heavy load and move forward bravely.
I am loyal and loyal, and I will recommend Xuanyuan.
3.
Yang Shanshen painted
Tiger: the king of beasts
God's mighty shock captures the panic of beasts, and God's great instrument is.
as quiet as a ghost, like an eagle dog, as moving as lightning, it scares jackals.
I was once imprisoned to sharpen my bones and muscles, and occasionally I fell to Pingchuan to clear my stomach and intestines.
don't complain if you hide your light from the mountains, and the glory will leap over the hills again.
4.
Yang Shanshen painted
rabbits: flexible and witty
with a cheerful figure, running among the fragrant forests and green grass.
Be good and upright, keep your ears awake, and build a safe cave skillfully.
it's not the grass beside the nest to guard the plants, but it's still a dream to play medicine.
Birds shed tears, but they teach eagles and dogs to distinguish between loyalty and treachery.
5.
Yang Shanshen painted
Dragon: an auspicious animal
Nine figures are really like a rainbow, which is admired vertically and horizontally.
rain calls for wind and leaves jade toes, and clouds rise and fog rises proudly in the sky.
when you are in the hall, you are the emperor everywhere. When you enter the room, you can never be good at Ye Gong.
dance with all your energy, and the royal family is domineering and brilliant.
6.
Yang Shanshen painted
Snake: Smart and witty
The tail is slender and soft as a dragon, and it meanders out of the hole to find the mouse.
Swallow an elephant with ambition, and the bourne ultimatum turns into a cup bow.
Gao Zu took advantage of the snake, and the pattern was obvious.
Although it is cold-blooded, Jinshan water is full of emotion.
7.
Yang Shanshen painted
a horse: galloping on the battlefield
riding the dust over a hundred rivers, chasing the clouds and stepping on the swallow fiercely.
Lu Yue-jian solved great difficulties, and the red rabbit galloped with a whip.
Bole is wise and fair, and Sai Weng is wise and has a long life.
When you unload your saddle, you can still remember a thousand miles of ambition, but when you lie down, you will never forget to report to the sages.
8.
Yang Shanshen painted
sheep: Kaitai Chengxiang
The southern country flew down to Xiangyun, and the five sheep held the ear and benefited the people.
kneel down and celebrate Changchun with Taina.
if you get into trouble, you can't blame someone for it, but it's late to make up for it.
the fishy smell makes people compete for food, and the delicious meat comes to the table.
9.
Yang Shanshen painted
the monkey: the spirit of struggle
placed more importance on power than on the horse, and persisted in bending over the body.
your pride is earth-shattering, and your heart is full of fear.
The golden hoop sticks up and knocks on the bones, and the somersault clouds turn over the world of mortals.
it's true to surrender and eliminate evil, and escort and protect your value.
1.
Yang Shanshen painted
Chicken: Ang Ri Xing Guan
Si Chen reported his wonderful work at dawn, and Ang Ri Xing Guan used to sing red.
inspirational people must rely on it, and hospitality must be respected.
learning to sing wit relies on strength, and Xiao He stands out from the crowd.
I prefer to turn into a wooden shape, forgetting to gather my energy and shake my glory.
11.
Yang Shanshen painted
A dog: a loyal guard
Honest and honest, not caring for power, giving up one's life to forget oneself and running ahead.
The gatekeeper occasionally fights against people's potential and never sleeps at night.
the guardian dares to swallow the moon, chasing thieves and catching thieves.
A pair of discerning eyes can tell the difference between the petty and the virtuous.
12.
Yang Shanshen painted
Pig:
Tao is doing nothing, but it is, with a round waist and short feet like sleeping.
unkempt and ashamed to receive guests, a humble toilet is ashamed to see the sky.
it's rare to be confused with bajie, but contentment is always a pleasure.
Zhu Men's long arch is blessed with a lucky star, and his value is getting higher and higher.
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: Qiu Mai, formerly known as Mai Hexing, is a member of the Chinese Poetry Society in Heshan, Jiangmen. He is a poet, writer and special commentator on government affairs. He writes many old-style poems, especially the seven laws. He follows the principle of "sincerity, realism, simplicity and health" and advocates innovation. In recent years, he has published poems, essays, comments and other works, and published more than 1, old-fashioned poems in China Report, China Poetry, China Civilization, Nanfang, Jiangmen Daily and Heshan. During the anti-epidemic period in 222, he wrote 52 old-style poems in succession, which had a great response inside and outside the province and was rated as an advanced worker in Jiangmen's anti-epidemic literature and art. In 222, "Hundreds of Poems on the Road to Civilization" was rated as a brand column of ideological and moral education for minors, and 112 poems with seven laws have been created and published. His poems have won numerous awards in the domestic Chinese Poetry Competition. In 222, he served as the editor-in-chief of the column "Hundred Epic Poems of the Party in a Hundred Years" opened by the Propaganda Department of the Municipal Party Committee.
picture: Chinese paintings of the zodiac, all painted by Yang Shanshen, a native of Taishan, a hometown of overseas Chinese. He is good at landscapes, figures and flowers and birds. Together with Zhao Shaoang, Li Xiongcai and Guan Shanyue, he is the representative of the second generation of Lingnan Painting School.
Editor: He Zhiqiang
The above is related to Ma's auspicious poem, which is about Yang Shanshen's sharing. After reading the famous words praising horses, I hope this will help everyone!