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 Every emblem of the Olympics tells a story. The Beijing 2008 OlympicGames emblem "Chinese Seal, Dancing Beijing" is filled with Beijing'shospitality and hopes, and carries the city's commitment to the world. Milestone "Dancing Beijing" is a milestone of the Olympics. It serves as aclassic chapter of the Olympic epic inscribed by the spirit of theChinese nation, calligraphed by the deeper import of the ancientcivilization, and molded by the character of Cathay's descendents. Itis concise yet deep inside, bringing forth the city's gradual changesand development. It appears dignified yet bears a tune of romance,reflecting the nation's thoughts and emotions. In the lead up to the Beijing 2008 Olympics, the emblem willattract more and more people from around the world to Beijing and Chinato join the great celebration with the Chinese people. Commitment "Dancing Beijing" is a Chinese Seal. It is engraved withcommitment made to the Olympic Movement by a country that has 56 ethnicgroups and a population of 1.3 billion. While witnessing the advocacyof the Olympic Spirit by a nation with both ancient civilization andmodern culture, it also unfolds a future-oriented city's pursuit of theOlympic Ideal. It is a symbol of trust and an expression of self confidence,standing for the solemn yet sacred promise that Beijing - the host cityof the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games - has made to the world and to allmankind. "Complete sincerity can affect even metal and stone (literallymeaning sincerity smoothes the way to success)." The inception of ourancestors' wisdom and the image of a seal made of metal and stone allowthe emblem to present Chinese people's respect and honesty for theOlympics. The moment we earnestly imprint the emblem with the "Chineseseal", Beijing is about to show the world a grand picture of "peace,friendship, and progress of mankind" and to strike up the passionatemovement of "faster, higher, and stronger" for mankind. Image "Dancing Beijing" serves as the city's foremost appearance. It isan image that shows the eastern ways of thinking and the nation'slasting appeal embodied in the Chinese characters. It is an expressionthat conveys the unique cultural quality and elegance of Chinesecivilization. With inspiration from the traditional Chinese art form -calligraphic art, the character "Jing" (the latter of the city's name)is developed into the form of a dancing human being, reflecting theideal of a "New Olympics". The words "Beijing 2008" also resembles thevivid shapes of Chinese characters in handwriting, voicing in concisestrokes of the countless feelings Chinese people possess towards theOlympics. As people ponder on the rich connotations and charms of theseChinese characters, a "New Beijing" has thus been brought forward. Beauty "Dancing Beijing" is a favorite color of the Chinese people. Thecolour "red" is intensively used in the emblem, hushing the passion upto a new level. It carries Chinese people's longing for luck andhappiness and their explanation of life. Red is the color of the Sun and the Holy Fire, representing lifeand a new beginning. Red is mind at ease, symbol of vitality, andChina's blessing and invitation to the world. Hero "Dancing Beijing" calls upon heroes. Olympic Games functions asthe stage where heroes are made known, miracles created and gloriesearned, and where every participant constitutes an indispensable partof the occasion. The powerful and dynamic design of the emblem is a life poemwritten by all participants with their passion, affections, andenthusiasm. It is an oath every participant takes to contribute powerand wisdom to the Olympics. The emblem cheers for arts and for the Olympic heroes, who passdown the essence of the Olympic Spirit, which well connects sports andcultures. Spirit "Dancing Beijing" extends the totem of the Chinese nation. Theform of a running human being stands for the beauty and magnificence oflife. Its graceful curves are like the body of a wriggling dragon,relating the past and future of one same civilization; they are likerivers, carrying the century-old history and the nation's pride; theyare like veins, pulsing with vitality of life. The intrinsic values of sports - athlete-centered andpeople-oriented - are well defined and upgraded in an artistic way in"the dance of Beijing." We sing if words fail to explain it all, and wedance if the singing does not explicitly tell the meaning. Vigorous Beijing is looking forward to the celebration in 2008 and the Olympics wait all mankind to dance together. Invitation "Dancing Beijing" is a kind invitation. The open arms in theemblem say that China is opening its arms to welcome the rest of theworld to join the Olympics, a celebration of "peace, friendship andprogress of mankind." "Is it not a joy to have friends come from afar?" The idiomportraits the feelings of friendly and hospitable Chinese people andexpresses the sincerity of the city. Come to Beijing, take a good look at the historical heritages ofChina's Capital city, and feel the pulse of the country'smodernization; Come, share every piece of its joy, and experience the vigor of the country; Come, and let us together weave a peaceful and wonderful dream. Sources: 2008.sina.com.cn September 26, 2007 17:15 Xinhua |
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