What is the moral and symbolic meaning of Ding?

Ding is the representative of bronze culture in China. Ding was regarded as a sharp weapon of the country in ancient times and a symbol of the country and power. China people still have the consciousness of tripod worship, and the word "tripod" has been endowed with extended meanings such as "noble", "noble" and "grand".

Ding is also a ritual instrument to record political achievements. The monarchs or princes and ministers of the Zhou Dynasty should cast a tripod to show their achievements and record the grand occasion when they celebrated or received awards. Ding was endowed with sacred color, which originated from the legend of Jiuding.

The legend and function of tripod

Although the Yellow Emperor defeated the descendants of Emperor Yan, he cast a tripod to commemorate the thrilling war. Tigers, leopards, birds, ghosts, rare birds and animals guard the casting process of the tripod. Therefore, this tripod is not extraordinary.

In addition, the Yellow Emperor cast three tripods of heaven and earth, and Xia Yuzhu Jiuding represented Kyushu as the treasure of the town house. So tripod can be used as an auxiliary product for transshipment. If the office building is liberalized, it can enhance the rights and make subordinates obedient.

So Ding is also the treasure of the town house.