Text by Yan Junling Translation by Tao Wenjia& Bian Jiajin Photos by Zeng Jian & CFP

THE VALUE OF CHINESE ARCHERY

Text by Yan Junling Translation by Tao Wenjia& Bian Jiajin Photos by Zeng Jian & CFP

Today, the traditional Chinese archery is no longer used on the battle field, but it is still more than a national sport. Many elements of the traditional Chinese culture are within the practice of learning archery. You can even better understand the ancient Chinese philosophy from this sport. You will know more about how ancients lived and thought. These are considered most valuable for people now.

Xu Kaicai, the first Chinese archer who broke the world record. He was also the coach for the Chinese National Archery Team. He instructed many world-famous archers.徐开才，中国首位打破射箭男子世界纪录的选手，曾任中国射箭队教练，培养出多位享誉中外的优秀运动员。

传世之射

当下，中国传统射箭不再用于战场，但它的意义也不仅是一个民族体育项目这么简单。很多中国传统文化附加在习射里，从中可以了解中国古人的哲学理念、生活习惯和思考方式，而这些，正被越来越多的人认为是珍贵的价值。