Olympic lantern symbolizes Chinese philosophy 冬奥火种灯创意来自长信宫灯

陈小将

A red lantern carrying the 2022 Winter Olympics flame that arrived in Beijing this October has drawn much attention for its delicate designs.
2022年冬奥会火种于今年10月抵达北京，储存火种的红色火种灯因其精巧设计引发关注。

The lantern was inspired by the ancient Changxin Palace Lantern. "Changxin" means eternal faith in Chinese.
北京冬奥火种灯的创意源于中国古代长信宫灯。"长信"指永恒的信念。

Originating from the Western Han Dynasty (206 BC-25 AD), the Changxin Palace Lantern has an exquisite, environmentally friendly design, in keeping with the concept of a green Olympics.
长信宫灯是西汉时期（公元前206-公元25年）的宫灯，造型别致，设计巧妙环保，与绿色奥运的办赛理念不谋而合。

The flying red ribbon design of the upper part of the lantern symbolizes the passion of the winter event.
飞舞的红色丝带环绕火种灯顶部，象征着拼搏的奥运激情。

The lantern’s structure uses renewable aluminum alloy and its lampshade features double-layer glass, ensuring the flame won't go out in low temperatures, severe cold or strong winds.
灯体使用了环保材料再生铝合金，灯罩是双层玻璃结构，保证了火种在低温、严寒、大风等自然环境下不会熄灭。