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An Oration to the Ancient Locust Tree and Our Ancestral Settlers
2025-12-09
An Oration to the Ancient Locust Tree and the Ancestral Settlers
On the fourth day of the fourth month in the year 2017, the year of the Rooster, The season is clear and bright. The locust trees gather in purple splendor, and auspicious omens spread far and wide. Under the vast, radiant heavens, In this prosperous age, we share in its bounty. As descendants of the great locust tree of Hongdong, we respectfully offer the three sacrifices and the five grains.
With rites of propriety, the elegant ceremony of flowers and court music, with utmost sincerity and reverence, we respectfully offer sacrifice to the ancient locust tree. The noble spirits of our ancestors who migrated. It is written:
To the right of the Taihang Mountains, east of the Yellow River. The fertile lands of southern Jin, Yang and Zhao. The ancient capital. The weathered, towering locust trees stand tall, their presence a distinctive landmark. Their gnarled roots and luxuriant branches cast a dense shade. A few acres of land. Ten cycles of the Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches—how many vicissitudes have passed. At the end of the Yuan dynasty, the ravages of war… The people suffer untold misery. The Central Plains lie in ashes, devoid of human life. In the remote corner of Shanxi, A paradise beyond the world. With mountains and rivers both inside and out, it is a hidden realm of its own. During the Hongwu and Yongle reigns, The people gather, and prosperity rises. Parting from their native land, the storks cry in the chill. The great locust tree stands forlorn, its leaves rustling mournfully, The Fen River murmurs softly. A million people are in turmoil, their tears streaming down in endless streams. They endure the wind and the dew, living under the open sky, Wading through streams and scaling mountains, they expanded the realm and opened up new territories, each step fraught with difficulty. Yet they persevered, never ceasing to strive for self-improvement. Establishing livelihoods and securing the borders. Regardless of region, people thrive and multiply. Those who have lost their homeland,
Through countless trials and tribulations, the endeavor to build a thriving enterprise ensures enduring peace for both family and nation.
A single stream nourishes a thousand veins; a single tree, with its lush foliage, provides shade for ten thousand generations. Pursuing… Reflecting on the sentiments of our forebears as they bid farewell to their homeland, we honor the pioneering ancestors who expanded our territory and laid the foundations of our legacy. of great achievements. Though the descendants of the ancient locust tree have wandered far from their homeland, tracing back… The heart’s true feelings are reflected in mountains and rivers. Thus, though the journey home is long and distant, I pause to cherish the present and recall the past, When drinking water, remember its source. With a sincere and patriotic heart, we cherish our deep reverence for our ancestors. Affection for one’s country inspires the resolve to rejuvenate the nation and the aspiration to revive China. Following… Looking ahead, let us once again write a grand chapter!
We, the descendants of today, bear a great responsibility. Awakening to new knowledge, we shall soar on the path of success. Relocation and relocation. Uniting hearts and pooling strengths to launch a comprehensive all‑out assault. The five major strategies, once again… Achieve outstanding results. Stay true to our original aspiration and forge ahead with determination. Benchmark against the best, Safeguard excellence and seize the crown. The tide is even, the shore vast; the wind is fair, and the sails are hoisted. We ride the wind and forge ahead, Steady progress leads to far-reaching success. Reuniting for a joint memorial, we uphold and promote righteous spirit. Together, we look forward to prosperity and well-being. Once more, we offer incense with heartfelt reverence, praying to our ancestors that they may bring glory to the past and prosperity to those who follow, ensuring enduring honor and flourishing for ten thousand generations.
Hereby submitted for your perusal and consideration. With the grand rites now concluded, we humbly beseech you to partake.
County Mayor of Hongtong County People’s Government, Xie Gaomin
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Hongtong Great Locust Tree
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