莲是高洁的象征。我国自古以来许多的仁人志士都以莲来比喻高洁品质和坚贞气节。因为莲“出淤泥而不染,濯清涟而不妖”,不与世俗同流合污。战国时楚国的屈原,是我国最早的大诗人,受过良好的教育。他学识渊博,通晓治理国家的道理,起初很受楚王信任重用。后来,由于子兰、靳尚两人对他的嫉妒,谗害 Lotus is a symbol of nobleness. Since ancient times, many people with lofty ideals have used lotus as an example of noble quality and steadfast integrity. Because the lotus “doesn’t get muddy, and it’s clear and not demon”, it doesn’t mix with the world. Qu Yuan in the State of Chu during the Warring States period was China’s earliest poet and had a good education. He is knowledgeable and well-versed in governing the country. At first, he was trusted and re-used by the king of Chu. Later, as Zi Lan and Ao Shang were against him, they were harmed.