驻景挥戈 — “To attempt to stop time or retain fleeting moments”
驻景挥戈 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to attempt to stop time or retain fleeting moments”. To make efforts to prolong precious time. Literally, “Brandishing a halberd to stop the sun”.
驻景挥戈 Pronunciation and Pinyin
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Origin and Story of 驻景挥戈
According to legend, King Wu of Zhou led his vassals to attack King Zhou of Shang. Banners fluttered, battle cries filled the air, and the fighting was fierce. Lu Yanggong, a general under King Wu, fought with increasing bravery, routing the enemy.
As dusk approached, Lu Yanggong raised his long halberd and waved it towards the sun, roaring like thunder. The sun then retreated three constellations, restoring daylight, which allowed them to completely wipe out the enemy forces.
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What does 驻景挥戈 mean?
驻景挥戈 (zhù jǐng huī gē) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to attempt to stop time or retain fleeting moments”.
How do you pronounce 驻景挥戈?
驻景挥戈 is pronounced zhù jǐng huī gē in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 驻景挥戈 literally mean?
Literally, 驻景挥戈 means “Brandishing a halberd to stop the sun”. It is used to mean “to attempt to stop time or retain fleeting moments”.
Where does 驻景挥戈 come from?
驻景挥戈 comes from a classical Chinese story dating back to ancient China. The full story is on this page.
What is the Chinese definition of 驻景挥戈?
驻：停留；景：同“影”，日光；戈：古代的一种兵器。挥舞长戈使太阳停止运行。比喻留住逝去的光阴