Editor's note:

Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, General Secretary Xi Jinping has published a series of important speeches and important articles. They are distinctive in style, profound in thought, and profound in connotation. They use history to reflect reality and look into the future, shining with the truth of Marxism. The charming language in these important speeches and articles is a true portrayal of General Secretary Xi Jinping’s governing philosophy and a vivid reflection of his personality charm. The "Daily Learning" column of CCTV launched the "Idiom Reading" series, which takes the form of "news cartoons + text reading" to help you understand the charm of General Secretary Xi Jinping's language from different dimensions.

　　"If the economy develops but the spirit is lost, can the country be called strong?" General Secretary Xi Jinping asked a thought-provoking question at the enlarged meeting of the Standing Committee of the Lankao County Party Committee in Henan on March 18, 2014.

　　It is difficult for a nation without spiritual strength to strengthen itself. The reason why the Chinese nation was able to rise from the ashes after suffering setbacks was precisely because the national spirit provided strong support.

　　In 2016, at the opening ceremonies of the Tenth National Congress of the China Federation of Literary and Art Circles and the Ninth National Congress of the Chinese Writers Association, the General Secretary pointed out that the motherland is the most solid support for the people, and heroes are the brightest coordinates of the nation.

　　Coordinates are an important tool for us to position ourselves and understand the world. They are also our goal direction and spiritual guidance on the road of life.

　　The general secretary's request to use heroes as "coordinates" conveys deep-seated culture and values. This is respect and admiration for heroic figures, and it is also the inheritance and promotion of heroic spirit and heroic qualities.

　　In September 2015, during the 26th collective study session of the Political Bureau of the 18th CPC Central Committee, the General Secretary talked about the home letter of martyr Zhao Yiman.

　　He pointed out that the home letters of these revolutionary martyrs are the most vivid and convincing teaching materials for the education of ideals and beliefs. They should be compiled into a volume and distributed to the majority of party members and cadres, so that everyone can read them often and think about them.

　　In September 2018, during an inspection trip to Fushun, Liaoning, the General Secretary walked into the Lei Feng Memorial Hall, visited Lei Feng's handwriting, relics, and photos, and learned about his life story.

　　He emphasized that we should not only learn from Lei Feng’s spirit, but also learn from Lei Feng’s practices, transform our lofty ideals, beliefs and pursuit of moral character into concrete actions, embody them in our ordinary work and life, make our due contributions, and represent Lei Feng’s spirit on behalf of others. Passed down from generation to generation.

　　In August 2020, the General Secretary came to the Luojiatuan section of the Chaohu Embankment in Hefei, Anhui. When visiting the relatives of the comrades who unfortunately died in flood prevention and fighting, the General Secretary said: "You relatives are also our relatives, the relatives of the people of the motherland, and the heroes in our hearts. When the Chinese nation encounters danger, There are always heroes like this who come forward, which is the embodiment of the great spirit of the Chinese nation, and we will all respect them."

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　　Different eras create different heroes.

　　From ancient times to the present, whether it was Yue Fei who served the country loyally, Lin Zexu who destroyed cigarettes in Humen, Huang Jiguang who sacrificed his life to plug a gun hole, or Wang Jinxi who used his body to mix cement and suppress a blowout... they have all stood up for the nation with their firm beliefs and heroic sacrifices and selfless dedication. spine. They are all shining coordinates of the national spirit.

　　Any country, any nation, in any era, needs its own heroes.

　　Today, we also need heroes.

　　Poverty alleviation, the fight against the epidemic, the front line of flood fighting, fire fighting scenes... In the new era, those ordinary people who stood up at critical moments, had the courage to take the lead, and were willing to be brave in critical moments have jointly built a monument to the heroic spirit.

　　Qian Qihu, a protective engineering expert who cast shields for the country, said: "When the motherland needs us, we answer the call"; astronaut Nie Haisheng, who is determined to serve the country, said: "Always be prepared to accept the choice of the motherland"; Du, a demining warrior who is loyal to his mission Fu Guo said: "You step back and let me come"...

　　As the General Secretary said, all those who control their own destiny for the Chinese nation and create a new path for national development are national heroes and glory to the country.

　　If heroes are loved and cherished, the country can have heroes emerge in large numbers; only if heroes emerge in large numbers, can the nation truly rise and the country become truly strong.

　　Since the 18th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, General Secretary Xi Jinping has always led the whole society to advocate, defend and learn from heroes, praise meritorious figures with high courtesy, and care for heroic models with practical actions.

　　Our country not only legally stipulates that September 30th every year is the Martyrs' Day, promulgated the "Law of the People's Republic of China on the Protection of Heroes and Martyrs", but also established the "Medal of the Republic", "July 1st Medal", "August 1st Medal" and other meritorious honors with Chinese characteristics. Commendation system. Praise heroic stories, promote heroic virtues, and convey the distinct value orientation of defending heroes and martyrs.

　　Heroes are the brightest symbols of a nation.

　　Taking heroes as the coordinate means that we must consciously integrate the heroic spirit into practical actions to promote social development and national progress. Only in this way can we stand firm in the torrent of history and stand firm; can we find a way out of difficulties and move forward bravely!

　　Director System丨Luo Hongbing Wei Quhu

　　Producer丨Wang Jingdong

　　Editor-in-Chief丨Li Xuan

　　Editor丨Sun Xiaoyuan

　　Vision丨Hao Fenglin

　　Proofreading | Li Shanshan, Wang Zhuojie, Song Chunyan, Lou Hao and Li Yingzhuo

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