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A table is a common piece of furniture with a flat surface on top and pillars on the bottom. You can put things or do things on it. Furniture with a smooth surface, fixed by legs or other supports, used for eating, writing, working, or playing cards. Let me tell you now!

The origin of the table

The table was first called Ji. It's a pictographic character.

They are divided into two types, one is made by people, and the other is utensils for people to use, that is, modern tables. [7]

Although there is no conclusive answer as to the origin, from the perspective of the development of civilization, it must have been used by people. Primitive people first used natural stones or other uses, which formed a habit over a long period of time. , and the table was born. But that kind of thing is more due to nature and is just an objective material order.

From the perspective of Chinese characters, we can tell something about it. There are several characters in oracle bone inscriptions. And don’t forget that in ancient times, people used to sit and kneel, so it was very inconvenient to eat and drink, so a table like this was needed. Objects, so they were taken according to their talents. According to more distant customs, the use of tables was promoted and several of the characters were created.

What is the largest table in the world?

The table collected by Ms. Zhang Xiuying from Dongxing City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China, is carved from a piece of red rosewood without splicing. It is 7.41 meters long and wide. At 2.4 meters and 0.99 meters high, it sets the world record for the largest single red rosewood table in the world by the World Records Association.

Table knowledge

The issue of dining etiquette has a long history. According to documentary records, at least in the Zhou Dynasty, dietary etiquette has formed a fairly complete system. In particular, it was praised and praised by Confucius, who served as a wine sacrificer in the State of Lu. It has become a symbol of great power, a state of etiquette, and a place of civilization throughout the ages. important aspects. As a traditional ancient banquet etiquette of the Han people, there is a set of procedures: the host folds a invitation letter and temporarily welcomes the guests outside the door. When the guests arrive, greet each other, sit in the living room, and serve refreshments. After all the guests have gathered, the guests are led to their seats, with the left at the top as the chief. There are two seats opposite the first seat, three seats below the first seat, and four seats below the second seat. When the guests sit down, the host proposes a toast and the dishes are served, and the guests thank each other with courtesy. There are also certain rules for serving wine and food during the banquet: the elders and the guest of honor should be respected first, and the host last. After the banquet is over, the guests are led into the living room to sit down and serve tea until they say goodbye. This traditional banquet etiquette remains intact in most parts of China, such as Shandong, Hong Kong and Taiwan, and is reflected in many film and television works.

The more popular modern Chinese banquet etiquette is developed on the basis of continuing the tradition and referring to foreign etiquette. The seating arrangement is based on the right-first rule of Western banquets. The first guest of honor sits on the right side of the host, and the second guest of honor sits on the left side of the host or the right side of the first guest of honor. Alternatively, the wine and food are served on the right side of the guest. , first the guest of honor, then the host, first the female guest, then the male guest. Pour eight portions of the wine, but don't overfill it. The order of serving remains traditional, cold first and then hot. Hot dishes should be served from the left side of the seat opposite the guest of honor; single dishes or side dishes and snacks should be served first to the guest and then to the host. Whole chicken, whole duck, whole fish and other whole dishes should not be served with the head and tail facing the main seat. These procedures not only make the entire banquet process harmonious and orderly, but also allow the identity and emotions of the host and guest to be reflected and communicated. Therefore, the etiquette on the table can make the banquet event complete and comprehensive, so that the cultivation of both host and guest can be fully displayed.