He was a literary great in history, an open-minded optimist and gourmet, a "national idol" loved by the youth of today. He has been popular since the Northern Song Dynasty till the 21st century, from China to the world. His name is Su Dongpo. Inspirational China, let's start from Dongpo.
"Inspirational China Digital Dongpo" New Audiovisual Forum which is an important part of the 10th China Internet Audiovisual Convention was held in Chengdu on March 29. The forum is hosted by Sichuan Provincial Bureau of Radio and Television, Sichuan Daily Press Group, organized by Sichuan International Communication Center, and co-organized by Chuanguan News, Chuanguan Think Tank and "Press Circles" , under the guidance of the China Netcasting Services Association (CNSA).
On March 30 to 31, "Inspirational China - Trip to Dongpo's Hometown", organized by Sichuan International Communication Center, co-organized by Chuanguan News, Chuanguan Think Tank, Journalism and Mass Communication Monthly, and supported by the Publicity Department of Meishan Municipal Committee of the CPC, and with Wuliangye Group as an honorary partner, was launched in Meishan. The outstanding creators of online articles, online games, online dramas, online audiovisual platforms, famous experts and scholars in the fields of Su studies, digital creation and international communication, as well as journalists from Guangxi and other provincial flagship foreign media, entered Meishan, the hometown of Dongpo, to chase the footprints of Dongpo in his hometown, learn the family customs of Su, experience the prosperity of the past and present, encounter the fireflies full of sky. In the inspirational collision and cultural exchange, it will promote Dongpo Culture and Chinese culture to go out.
The first stop of the activity was the Meishan Sansu Temple Museum, located in Shaguhang, Dongpo District, Meishan City, which is the former residence of Su Xun, Su Shi, and Su Zhe, the famous literary scholars of the Northern Song Dynasty. Led by the interpreter, we could approach the lives of the Su family, gaining insight into their life experiences and literary achievements.
On the afternoon of March 30, a discussion salon with the theme of "The Life of Su Dongpo in Poetry and Wine" was held at Meishan Zhixing Recording Workshop. Four experts, including Yang Chiyuan, director of the Media magazine sponsored by the National Press and Publication Administration and the China Press and Publication Research Institute, Zhang Mingxin, dean of the School of Journalism and Information Communication of Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Zhang Guowen, director of the China Su Shi Research Association and deputy editor of Sichuan Lexicographical Press, and Yang Xiujuan, executive director of the China Bookstore Gu Lian Digital Culture Industry Research Institute, discussed the culture of Dongpo and the spirit of Su with the guests, as well as the road of Dongpo culture and Chinese culture spreading to foreign countries.
"Su Dongpo not only belongs to China, but also to the whole world." Talking about the significance of Su Dongpo to the contemporary world, Zhang Mingxin, dean of the School of Journalism and Information Communication of Huazhong University of Science and Technology, stressed that we should understand Su Dongpo from the perspective of human civilization and global cultural interaction, and recognize his "all-humanity" and "worldliness". “Su Dongpo contributed his wisdom and solutions to the progress of world civilization at his time. Today, his literary and artistic viewpoints should be spread to the world, contributing to the development of all countries in the world," said Zhang.
How to introduce Dongpo culture to the world? Yang Chiyuan, director of Media magazine, put forward his suggestions: firstly, the modern value of Dongpo culture should be grasped, including its advanced viewpoints such as humanism; secondly, modern technology should be fully utilized, such as new audiovisual technique, etc.
Afterwards, the tour group strolled in Dongpo Shuijie at night, with the colorful light show and the delightful stage in the water attracted the admiration of the tour group.
The next day, the tour group came to Qingshen County, Meishan City, where Su Shi studied and first fell in love as a young boy, to enjoy the national fundamental cultural relics protection unit Zhongyan Temple; the national intangible cultural heritage "Qingshen Bamboo Weaving" in International Bamboo Art City and the charm of the bamboo forest at night; the romantic encounter with fireflies in bamboo forest at night ...
"The most important thing in historical writing is to be close to the historical scene," said Cheng Yifeng, a popular historical writer who is currently working on a book featuring Su Dongpo, "This time when I came to Qingshen, I felt closer to Su Dongpo's spiritual world, which will also become an important source of inspiration for my writing. "
"Why do young people nowadays like Su Dongpo? As a spiritual guide, he can lead you to overcome the difficulties of reality and obtain a peaceful mind," said Zhang Guowen, director of the China Su Shi Research Association and deputy editor of Sichuan Lexicographical Press, adding that Su Dongpo's positive and open-minded attitude has important inspirational significance for youth in contemporary society.
As an important carrier of Chinese culture, the online digital culture industry plays an important role in telling the Chinese story and enhancing the national image. With the theme of "Promoting Chinese Culture to the World," the Sichuan International Communication Center has created a series of " Inspirational China" activities, inviting famous experts and scholars worldwide to visit scenic spots, historical sites, rural towns, and other places in Sichuan to carry out unique visits and activities. Let the creators experience the unique and splendid Chinese culture in the exchange and collision of inspiration, record the most wonderful stories of the times on the Chinese land, and promote more excellent works to the world.
Let’s meet Dongpo in the worldwide stage!
