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What is the spirit of China people?

China people's spirit can be described as self-improvement, hard work, perseverance, courage and Qi Xin's concerted efforts.

1. Constantly strive for self-improvement:

Meaning: strive for progress by yourself and never relax.

Source: Yi Gan Xiang by Ji Chang at the end of Shang Dynasty: "Heaven is strong, and a gentleman strives for self-improvement." It means that the universe keeps running, and people should follow the example of heaven and earth and keep moving forward forever. ?

2. Strive for strength:

Meaning: Make up your mind and strive for progress, which is generally the same as "Strive for strength".

Source: People's Daily, September 3, 1959: "Hard work and self-reliance certainly play an extremely important role in changing the poor and backward appearance of backward teams."

3. Be firm and unyielding:

Meaning: tough and resolute, and never give in

Source: Ai Qing's "He Died for the Second Time": "Our lives must be in a firm and unyielding struggle before we can make an impact."

4. Be brave:

Meaning: When you see something just, do it bravely.

Source: The Analects of Confucius and his disciples in the Spring and Autumn Period: "If you don't act according to righteousness, you will have no courage." It means that it is cowardice to stand by when you see something that should stand up.

5. Qi Xin works together:

Meaning: agree on understanding and work together.

Origin: Mozi Shang Xian in the Warring States Period: "Tang Shi says:' Yu seeks Yuan Sheng, and works with him to govern the world.' "It means" Tang Shi "said that God gave me Yi Yin, a wise man, and asked me to join forces with him in Qi Xin to govern the world.