我国古代龙舟“源”与“流”之考

Origin and Branches of Dragon Boat in Ancient China

关于端阳竞渡的起源在不同的地区有不同的说法。各种说法虽然不同,但大都认为起源于战国时期,一些出土文物也证明这一起源的可靠性。研究认为,龙舟活动的起源与古代各族的宗教信仰或图腾有关;纪念历史人物的龙舟活动成为节日活动的主题,反映出古代文化风俗发展的特征;古代龙舟发展嬗变随各地域、各民族呈现出了不同的运动形式、运动特点以及风格迥异的文化内涵。

There are different stories about the origin of Dragon Boat Race in Duanyang while it is mostly agreed that it originated in Warring States Period.The research shows that the origin of the Dragon Boat Race is associated with religious belief or totem.The dragon boat activity to memorize the historical people is the theme of the festival,which reflects the features of culture and custom in ancient China.The development of dragon boat race is various in different areas.