Not only for the elderly, today, calligraphy, a seemingly old art form, is gradually gaining a certain position in the hearts of young people. For many people, practicing calligraphy is not simply to feel the beauty in each letter but also a way to help writers cultivate their mind, train their character, and find balance in modern life.
Mr. Khanh writes calligraphy for young people at Ngo Quyen walking street, Quang Tri town - Photo: TP
The closer it gets to the Lunar New Year of At Ty - 2025, the more customers "Nguyen" coffee shop of Mr. Ho Le Hieu (born in 1983) in Quang Tri town attracts, especially young people, to enjoy drinks, check-in and ask for calligraphy.
At the shop, besides the decor (decoration) bringing a fresh spring atmosphere with peach blossoms, chrysanthemums, Mr. Hieu arranged a small table and chairs, on the table are full of red paper, inkstones, and brushes to satisfy the passion for writing calligraphy at any time. Under his brushstrokes, calligraphy sentences and words such as "flying dragons, dancing phoenixes" appear beautifully, making customers admire.
Having been involved in calligraphy for nearly 25 years, the more Hieu learns, the more passionate he becomes about this art form. Not only does he learn, he also writes his own sets of characters. According to him, to write calligraphy, the writer needs to have a knack for writing and a spirit of hard work.
Besides, it is necessary to cultivate cultural knowledge, read many books, and philosophical concepts of the past and present to broaden understanding. “Calligraphy is a beautiful cultural feature of the Vietnamese people, which has existed since ancient times. Calligraphy helps me relax after stressful working hours. From this art form, I gradually learn about other aspects and issues of national culture.
I am very happy that the art of calligraphy is gradually reviving and is warmly welcomed by young people. Therefore, when young people express their desire to learn about calligraphy, I am always willing to share my knowledge,” Hieu confided.
Another young person who is also passionate about calligraphy is Nguyen Quoc Khanh (born in 1990), living in Quang Tri town. Many people are familiar with his image in a nostalgic-looking ao dai, his hands holding a pen to write meaningful sentences for spring days, special occasions at temples, pagodas or on Ngo Quyen walking street. Having a passion for calligraphy since his school years, to satisfy his passion, he constantly self-studied through books, on social networking sites and became a proficient calligrapher like today.
“When it comes to calligraphy, people often think of the image of an old scholar with white hair and beard as described in poetry. However, calligraphy is not only for the ancients but has now become an art form loved by many young people.
More specifically, through the support of social networks and modern technology, calligraphy is spreading more and more widely. I think this is a good sign that today's young generation is still very interested in traditional values. From there, the good and beautiful things left by our ancestors will be passed down, not lost or forgotten in modern life," said Mr. Khanh.
Having loved calligraphy since the times he and his relatives went to Bich La Communal House Market to ask for calligraphy at the beginning of the year, it was not until recently that Nguyen Ngoc Loan, living in Trieu Phong district, had the opportunity to learn and practice writing this special type of calligraphy.
Having the opportunity to meet her and two friends practicing writing at Mr. Hieu's coffee shop, although the handwriting was not yet even and decisive, we could feel the passion in the eyes of these young people. Dung said: "Calligraphy requires a lot of patience. Being able to write calligraphy by myself makes me love this subject even more. I will try to practice to write more beautifully, so that I can give calligraphy to my family and friends at the beginning of the year."
It can be seen that calligraphy is not only an art but also a passion of young people like Mr. Hieu, Mr. Khanh, Ngoc Loan and many others. This explains why more and more calligraphy clubs and classes are being established, becoming places for young people to not only practice their writing skills but also to exchange, learn and create unique works together.
Calligraphy is not only a means of expressing language but also a door for people to explore and express their rich inner world. Curved, round, and wavy lines, although difficult, train perseverance, carefulness, and meticulousness, helping the writer contemplate the philosophies of life, art, and language, enriching their own life experience. Calligraphy is also a link connecting people with similar interests, sharing viewpoints, feelings, and creating words, while helping young people learn more about the nation's cultural heritage.
Amidst today's hectic pace of life, it is truly admirable that the younger generation still maintains and preserves nostalgic values, looking back to their ancestors' roots.
Nam Phuong
Source: https://baoquangtri.vn/khi-nguoi-tre-ngay-cang-hung-thu-voi-thu-phap-191334.htm
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