China and its culture
BC For about 5000 years ago. begins the Chinese cultural history and includes all cultural, not just China but also in neighboring regions of Taiwan and Hong Kong. Due to the Chinese culture also the cultural development of the neighboring countries of Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Japan and many other Asian countries, was influenced. China is a multiethnic state, as from today's perspective, China and the Chinese culture for all 56 ethnic groups that are within the Chinese territory and their cultures is a generic term.
Characteristics of the China Culture
The Chinese culture is characterized by three essential characteristics: tolerance, continuity and old
In the history of the world the culture of China is not only the oldest but also has the longest durability. It is generally assumed that the Chinese culture are based on three origins: the northern steppe culture, the civilization of the yellow river, as well as the civilization on the Yangtze River. From these, China and its culture has emerged and developed into one of the greatest cultures in the history of the world. Worldwide, no other culture so different from other cultures like China.
Founded the China culture on the people, the value of man and his dignity. Even the ancient Chinese for thousands of years have established the basic political ideas with the statement: The people are the foundation of the culture and the culture is at peace, if the basis is well established.
Another idea is: The finest between heaven and earth is the people. Thus, the Chinese culture has always placed a special emphasis on the prosperity of his people.
An old proverb says China Culture: a gentleman should be satisfied not only with what he already has, but will continue to evolve and strive.
The existence of the Chinese culture for 5,000 years is sure to bring back these guiding principles. Despite many wars and foreign domination could overcome all obstacles, the Chinese culture and emerged ultimately strengthened.
To obtain a harmonious society can give up the Chinese culture of their society a lot of attention.
According to the ideas of the Chinese people themselves to help each other and deal with problems in solidarity.
Already in ancient China, they came to the realization that peace is a very precious property. The harmony between heaven and man, between the heart and body but also constantly sought between people. In China, the cultural ideal is present, that every person is equal and related to the neighbor. In this, their society, the matter will be harmonized with the spirit. One of the highest priorities of the Chinese culture, the unity of the people. This preference shapes the policies of China very much. In China it is desired that each man the unity of China and its culture preserved and seeking harmony with the environment. A key feature of China is the culture of peace. A dominant position is to the outside world does not attempt to suppress the one great power, as desired by the Chinese culture, no small power. There is always a harmony with all countries sought. In order to strengthen themselves at the same time the advantages of foreign nations be included.