The origin and significance of 1
Five big and three thick are the descriptions of male figure standards in ancient China. Among them, "big five" refers to the height of more than five feet, which is equivalent to 150 cm; "Three thick" means that the neck circumference is more than three inches, about 7.5 cm.
2. Height standard
In ancient times, five feet was regarded as the minimum height standard for men. Men who are less than five feet tall are considered unqualified for some jobs or military tasks that require high intensity.
3, neck circumference standard
A three-inch neck circumference is considered as a symbol of strength and strength. A wide neck means muscular and strong, suitable for manual labor and fighting.
4. The embodiment and influence of the five majors and three majors.
The figure standard of "five big and three thick" was widely recognized in ancient times and was used as the standard for selecting soldiers, officials and judges. The "five majors and three majors" reflected the ancient society's emphasis on men's physique and strength, and it was also related to the military needs and division of labor at that time.
5, affect physical exercise and cultural concepts.
The standard of "five majors and three majors" promoted the development of physical exercise and health concept in ancient society to some extent. In order to meet the standards of "five big and three big", people began to pay attention to diet, exercise and health preservation, and formed some traditional cultural concepts about healthy living.
6. Changes in modern outlook on characters.
With the progress of society and the change of ideas, modern people's views on figure have also changed. Height and figure are no longer the only criteria for evaluating a person's ability and value, but rather personal quality and ability.
In short, the ancient "five big and three thick" refers to the body standard of men who are more than five feet tall and three inches in neck. This standard is widely used in selecting soldiers, officials and judges, and has influenced the physical exercise and health concept of ancient society to some extent. However, with the progress of society and the change of ideas, modern people's views on figure have also changed, and they pay more attention to personal quality and ability.