The meaning of Shenmu
Strange tree.
Names of medicinal plants. Yellow pine festival. Treat cold and dampness.
Knowledge expansion:
Shenmu is a precious tree, also known as "Shenmu Forest", which is one of the sacred tree species in Tibetan areas. In Tibetan culture, Shenmu has a very lofty position and is regarded as the symbol of the gods and the object of belief.
Shenmu generally grows in high-altitude mountainous areas, which is rare and precious. These branches are luxuriant in leaves, straight in trunk, smooth in bark and dark in color, with a strong sense of mystery and sacredness. In Tibetan culture, Shenmu is regarded as a magical thing, which can protect people's safety, health and longevity, so it is regarded as a very precious mascot.
Besides being the object of belief, Shenmu is also considered to have magical medicinal value. In the tradition of Tibetan medicine, Shenmu is considered to have the functions of relaxing muscles and tendons, promoting blood circulation, expelling wind and removing dampness, and treating joint pain, so it is widely used to treat various diseases.
Some traditional Tibetan doctors believe that only the real Shenmu can exert the best efficacy, so many patients come thousands of miles to worship Shenmu and seek the protection of the gods and medical treatment.
In addition, Shenmu is also considered to have cultural value. In Tibetan culture, Shenmu is one of the important carriers of cultural inheritance. Many ancient legends and stories are related to Shenmu. These stories and legends contain the Tibetan people's awe and belief in nature, as well as the Tibetan people's cherish of life and pursuit of health.
In modern society, Shenmu is still regarded as one of the most precious resources. In order to protect these precious trees, the local government has taken many measures to restrict logging and mining in Shenmu forest area. At the same time, some environmental protection organizations are also actively promoting the importance of protecting Shenmu and raising public awareness of Shenmu.
In a word, Shenmu has a very important position and value in Tibetan culture. It is the object of Tibetan people's belief, the symbol of mascot, the carrier of cultural inheritance and the precious medicinal plant resources. In order to protect these precious resources, we need to take active measures to protect Shenmu forest area and promote the harmonious development of cultural inheritance and ecological protection.