诗经 (Shījīng)

Definition

The 诗经, also known as the Book of Songs or Classic of Poetry, is an ancient collection of Chinese poetry dating back to the Zhou Dynasty. It consists of over 300 poems that cover a wide range of topics including love, nature, politics, and daily life.

Related terms

古文 (Gǔwén): Refers to classical Chinese literature written before the Qin Dynasty. It includes not only poetry but also historical texts and philosophical works.

韵律 (Yùnlǜ): Describes the rhythm and rhyme patterns used in poetry. Understanding different types of 韵律 helps analyze and appreciate the structure and musicality of poems.

象征主义 (Xiàngzhēng zhǔyì): Symbolism in poetry refers to using objects or images to represent abstract ideas or emotions. It adds depth and layers of meaning to poetic expressions.