西方龙与中方龙的区别.doc

Comparison of dragon cultural differences in Chinese and WesternAbstract: This article will introduce the origin of the West dragon to analyze the reason that they didnt understand that Chinese people regard the dragon as a symbol of China; and describes the origins and traditional of Chinese dragon to explain the reasons of Chinese regard dragon as a symbol . The nation is the world, along with world culture to infiltrate each other, China should also let the world know Chinese culture. Instead of letting the Chinese dragon stays in their imagination. We should be rational analysis the difference and its reasons of dragon in Chinese and Western culture. It can improving the understanding of western culture, changed the impression of Chinese Dragon in the west targeted.Key words: origin legend symbol dragon Chinese and Western national culture different1 Introduction : Because of the difference culture between Chinese and Western, the dragon that does not exist have different attitudes legends, stories patterns. The Western Dragon and Chinese dragon each represent a different nation, through which we can see the different historical changes, cultural development. If you do not understand the history and culture of a nation can arbitrarily be positive or negative, will not only cant be able to in-depth insight into the essence, but also lack of respect for other nation. The dragon, in the western world is considered to be a thrilling and aggressive huge monster. Dragon often misunderstand by foreigners because of their little knowledge of Chinese history and culture. They may think something does not correspond to the actual association. As a Chinese, we need to understand our own national symbols, to understand the true meaning of the descendants of the dragon.We should be proud of our ancient nation. With the understanding of the Chinese dragon culture, foreigners must not be hold a hostile attitude to our ancient country.2 Origin of western dragon and its symbolism There are a lot of legends about dragons in Western, these tales, most of the dragons, described as an evil monster. Medieval dragon is a symbol of evil, the Bible story of the devil Satan is considered the great dragon. Epic in the West, such as Greek mythology, Germanic mythology, Norse mythology has a hero in the Dragon story. The epic of Mesopotamia Enuma Elish, tells the story of God before the creation of the world, Narduk defeated the dragon of chaos Tiamat. In St. George Dragon legend ,there are dragons ask for a beautiful maiden every month. in the film, the dragon is another one attempt to destroy Earth s super monster after the meteorite, Godzilla, the alien.Therefore, in the West, the dragon is a derogatory term, is evil, monster, a symbol of the devil.At the same time , Chinese dragon has been translated into dragon to the West . This makes certain conflic . We should have a thorough understanding of their culture, and spare no effort to promote our dragon to go abroad. Never let someone distort our image without understand our culture .3 Origin of Chinese dragon and its symbolic meaningIn Chinese mythology , the dragon is a conducive animal, a natural leader.It is a totem, and only exists in the totem does not exist in the biological synthesis of a virtual creature, because it is a complex blend composed of many different totems . “ research of FuXi ” Yiduo WenChinese dragon formed officially probably began in the period XiaYu .The dragon is adapted to the countrys present. In ancient times, tribal snake worship is very common. Snake has a strong vitality, is consistent with the original ancestors wish .Some kind of God in Shan Hai Jing, is the snake or dragon. Taking it as the dragon body, is the mark of national fusion , can get identity of the national. The dragon is a multi-cultural crystallization, once formed, will firmly establish it as a national symbol of authority.Feudal society, emperors are the self-proclaimed dragon, the dragon became a symbol of imperial power. The traditional Chinese zodiac, the dragon is the only animal that does not exist in reality. Dragon becomes the favorite animals with its auspicious meaning.Therefore, the Chinese dragon is a noble, holy and auspicious . Dragon means superior rights, is the master of society. Move in and out with wizardly elusiveness, its mysterious also let the Chinese dragon is more myth. Long simplified to eight spiritual heritage: content together, Fusheng, harmonic days, Endeavour . “ Dragon War - the embarrassment and the evolution of Chinese culture (Foreword) ” Tao Li 2006Chinese dragon is a symbol of imperial power that is easily lead to misunderstanding of exotic people. After all, Chinas feudal monarchy ruled China for so many years. And the feudal society of China has become the worlds most brilliant culture, the most economically developed country . The national territory was also greater than any other country. However, everyone should get a clear understanding of the history and reality is not the same thing. Moreover, Chinas social system have been changed. At that time, It is just the need of absolute monarchy system of most rulers regardf dragon as their symbol.4 Summary : With the deepening of China s opening, some western countries have accepted the Chinese dragon as a symbol . But there are some get the view similar to the China Threat Theory. They take this use this as an excuse to making trouble for china. The dragon totem