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Philological Analysis and Cultural Connotation Research of "和(he)"
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Abstract
The character "和(he)" is extremely frequently used in Modern Chinese, with six different pronunciations and a rich array of meanings. As a core concept in traditional Chinese culture, it permeates every aspect of ancient society and has crystallized into unique values and ways of thinking. This paper, starting from the perspective of philology, systematically combs through the evolution of the character "和(he)" in terms of its form, pronunciation, and meaning, as well as its cultural connotations, including concepts such as "harmony in diversity" and "harmonious coexistence among all nations." The culture of "和" transcends time and space and still holds significant guiding value for modern society in handling diverse relationships. Inheriting and promoting the culture of "和(he)" is not only an inevitable requirement to safeguard the traditional wisdom of the Chinese nation but also a profound reflection of the shared values of humanity.
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Key words:"和(he)", glyph, culture, word meaning
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Zhong,X. (2025). Philological Analysis and Cultural Connotation Research of "和(he)". Communications in Humanities Research,58,53-58.
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