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Names of grasses and trees in the Book of Psalms

The names of grasses and trees in the Book of Poetry are Yang Liu, Peach Blossom, Apricot, Orange Tree, Elm, and Pine, and the related information is as follows:

1. Yang Liu and Peach Blossom: Yang Liu is mentioned in the Book of Poetry, for example, "The Winds of the State Qin Feng Reed". The willow is a common tree whose young leaves and weeping willow form are often used to symbolize sorrow and parting. Peach blossom appears several times in the Book of Songs, such as "The Wind of the State Qin Feng Reed". It symbolizes love and beauty and is often used to depict sweet feelings.

2, apricot tree and orange tree: apricot tree is mentioned in the "Poetry Classic", such as "State Wind Qin Feng Reed". The apricot tree produces delicious apricot fruit, which is praised as sweet and savory, and is also used as a metaphor for good things. Tangerine trees are also recorded in the Book of Songs, such as "State Wind Qin Feng Reed". Orange trees represent good luck and happiness and are often used to pray for good fortune.

3, elm and pine: elm tree in the "Poetry Classic" mentioned many times, such as "national wind Qin Feng reed". The elm tree is often used as a metaphor for toughness and loyalty, as its bark is strong and not easily destroyed by wind and rain. The pine tree is recorded in the Book of Songs, such as "State Wind Qin Feng Reed". The pine tree symbolizes toughness and longevity and is used to praise strong qualities.

Related Information of the Book of Poetry

1. It is the earliest collection of poems in Chinese history,*** containing 305 poems written over a period of about 500 years from the beginning of the Western Zhou Dynasty to the middle of the Spring and Autumn Period.

2. The Classic of Poetry is divided into three parts: Feng, Ya, and Ode, of which Feng refers to local musical tunes, mainly reflecting the life and emotions of the folk; Ya refers to court musical songs, mainly reflecting the life and emotions of the aristocracy; and Ode refers to clan and temple sacrificial musical songs, mainly reflecting the religious beliefs and political activities of the rulers.

3. The background of the composition of the Book of Songs is very broad, mainly including political, social and cultural aspects. These poems show the social conditions, people's lives and the emotional world of people at that time through different perspectives. Some of these poems also involve myths, legends, history and other subjects, providing important information for future generations to understand and study ancient Chinese history and culture.