President Xi Jinping has underscored the critical importance of protecting and conducting in-depth research on ancient bamboo and wooden slips, valuable artifacts that shed light on China’s rich history.
During a visit on Monday afternoon to a museum in Yunmeng County, central China’s Hubei Province, President Xi explored an exhibition featuring bamboo slips dating back to the Qin Dynasty (221-206 BC) and the Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD). These slips, used as writing materials before the invention of paper, offer invaluable insights into the political, economic, and social life of ancient China.
President Xi emphasized that these historical relics are not only treasures of the Chinese nation but also hold significant value for understanding human civilization. He called for increased efforts in the preservation, restoration, and scholarly study of these artifacts to ensure that their historical and cultural significance is fully realized and passed on to future generations.
The exhibition showcased a remarkable collection of inscriptions and texts, revealing the administrative systems, laws, and daily life of the time. Scholars believe that continued research on these slips can contribute greatly to the fields of history, archaeology, and cultural studies.
President Xi’s visit highlights the Chinese government’s commitment to preserving its cultural heritage and promoting academic research that deepens the understanding of China’s ancient civilizations.
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Xi stresses importance of ancient bamboo slip preservation, research
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