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Method for manufacturing torch

The method of making the torch is as follows:

Cut a piece of 6 cm square red paper and fold the two corners in half. Fold two fifths from one side to the other, then fold in half, turn it over, and fold the other side to the opposite side. Draw a flame pattern on the folded paper. Cut out the pattern and open it, then cut out five parts as shown below. Fold the kraft paper in half and cut out the shape of four torch beans. Finally, put the finished parts together according to the picture below.

What does the torch mean?

Traditionally, the torch symbolizes light and enlightenment. The Olympic torch symbolizes the Olympic spirit, which is not only a sports spirit, but also a symbol of world peace, harmony, cooperation, friendship and unity. This spirit has gone beyond the scope of sports and become a universal recognition.

As a sacred symbol, the torch can be traced back to prehistoric times. In Greek history, fire represents creation, rebirth and light. In Greek mythology, fire is a sacred symbol of hephaestus and a gift that Prometheus stole from Zeus.

The Olympic torch relay will stimulate people's understanding of the profound significance of sports and enhance people's awareness of sports. According to the survey report of the World Health Organization, modern medical care only accounts for 8% of human health and longevity, and fitness exercises account for more than 8% of other factors. Therefore, the global relay of the Olympic torch is the general mobilization of national fitness.

Torch usually symbolizes light and enlightenment.

Torch, also known as torch, is a tool used to ignite and transmit flames. It is usually made of a wooden stick with a flammable material at one end. When used in a building, it can be inserted into a shelf on the wall. In the wild, it can also be used as a manual elevator. Traditionally, the torch symbolizes light and enlightenment.

As a sacred symbol, the history of fire can be traced back to prehistoric times. In Greek history, fire represents creation, regeneration and light. In Greek mythology, fire is a sacred symbol of hephaestus and a gift that Prometheus stole from Zeus.

In the center of every ancient Greek city-state, there was an altar burning with an eternal flame, and every family of city-state residents also had an eternal flame to offer sacrifices to the goddess Hestia.

In a religious ceremony in ancient Greece, the torch relay was held at night for the first time. Later, it gradually evolved into a group sport, which first appeared among young people and eventually evolved into one of the most popular sports in ancient Greece.