What is the significance of the torch relay?

As a sacred symbol, the history of fire can be traced back to prehistoric times. In Greek history, fire represents creation, rebirth and light. In Greek mythology, fire is a sacred symbol of hephaestus and a gift that Prometheus stole from Zeus.

The significance of modern Olympic torch relay activities lies in:

First of all, the Olympic spirit has been carried forward in the places where the torch relay passes, and the Olympic five-ring symbol embodies the Olympic spirit. The five-ring symbol, like the Red Cross symbol, is one of the most recognized symbols in the world. The Olympic spirit is not only a sports spirit, but also a symbol of world peace, harmony and cooperation, friendship and unity. This spirit has gone beyond the scope of sports and become a universal recognition. It will arouse people's lofty feelings in the warm scene of empty streets through the way of torch passing from people's hands to their hands.

Secondly, the torch relay reminds people that the Olympic Games will be held in Beijing, which is the most effective publicity for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. When the torch goes to Beijing, people all over the world will think of China, a rapidly developing and changing China. According to a sample survey conducted by an international organization, China's positive recognition of the world has reached the fifth place in the world, far above the United States. Therefore, in 200 1 year, the International Olympic Committee in Moscow chose Beijing to host the 2008 Olympic Games. Since the public hopes for it, we must go all out to make it wonderful and satisfy everyone. Seeing the torch relay to Beijing, people in all provinces and cities in China are full of joy, full of expectations for the success of the Beijing Olympic Games, and have aroused people's enthusiasm for contributing to the Beijing Olympic Games.

Thirdly, the relay of the Olympic torch will inspire our people to understand the profound significance of sports and enhance their sports awareness. According to the survey report of the World Health Organization, modern medical care only accounts for 8% of human health and longevity, and fitness exercises account for more than 8% of other factors. We talk about "people-oriented", and the core is a healthy life. Therefore, the global relay of the Beijing Olympic torch is to mobilize the whole people to keep fit.