世界读书日葛剑雄馆长图书馆开讲：读书与人生——天赋、机遇、努力共筑成功之路 CUHK-Shenzhen Library Hosts Prof. Ge Jianxiong's Lecture on the Significance of Reading for Life and Success
April 30,2024 Straight News
Written and Edited by GONG Weifan, Library
Updated 900 CST Apr 30, 2024
Updated 900 CST Apr 30, 2024
2024年4月25日下午3点，香港中文大学（深圳）图书馆大学图书馆119互动教室座无虚席，知名历史学家、图书馆馆长葛剑雄教授如期开展了主题为“读书与人生”的讲座。作为2024年书林漫步系列活动的重要组成部分，此次讲座旨在深入探讨读书的价值及其对知识与命运关系的深刻影响。
Shenzhen, April 29, 2024 - The Library of CUHK-Shenzhen was filled with anticipation and excitement on April 25, 2024, as Professor Ge Jianxiong, a distinguished historian and esteemed University Librarian, delivered a captivating lecture titled "Reading and Life" in Room 119. This event marked a significant milestone in the 2024 A Walk in the Books series, which explores the value of reading and its profound impact on knowledge and destiny. The lecture resonated deeply with the diverse audience, comprising avid library users and esteemed members of society, as Professor Ge unveiled the profound connections between reading and the human experience.
Shenzhen, April 29, 2024 - The Library of CUHK-Shenzhen was filled with anticipation and excitement on April 25, 2024, as Professor Ge Jianxiong, a distinguished historian and esteemed University Librarian, delivered a captivating lecture titled "Reading and Life" in Room 119. This event marked a significant milestone in the 2024 A Walk in the Books series, which explores the value of reading and its profound impact on knowledge and destiny. The lecture resonated deeply with the diverse audience, comprising avid library users and esteemed members of society, as Professor Ge unveiled the profound connections between reading and the human experience.
葛馆长首先指出，尽管读书无用论在当今社会仍有所闻，但读书对于个人长远发展的价值不容忽视。他强调，成功往往建立在天赋的基础之上，然而，如何发现并有效发挥这一天赋才是关键所在。读书正是实现这一目标的重要途径，它不仅有助于个体认识自我，更能让他人更易发现个体的天赋所在。
Professor Ge highlighted the persistent notion of reading's futility in contemporary society. However, he urged the audience not to overlook its significance for personal long-term growth. He emphasised that success often stems from innate talents, but the key lies in discovering and harnessing these abilities. Reading plays a vital role in this process, as it enhances self-awareness and enables others to recognise individuals' inherent capabilities more readily.
Professor Ge highlighted the persistent notion of reading's futility in contemporary society. However, he urged the audience not to overlook its significance for personal long-term growth. He emphasised that success often stems from innate talents, but the key lies in discovering and harnessing these abilities. Reading plays a vital role in this process, as it enhances self-awareness and enables others to recognise individuals' inherent capabilities more readily.
葛馆长进一步强调，机遇在成功之路上同样扮演着举足轻重的角色。然而，真正使天赋和天才得到及时发现的机遇并不多见。读书能够为我们随时做好准备，以便在机遇来临时能够从容应对。葛馆长以自身经历为例，分享了如何通过不懈读书，最终成功以第一名的成绩考上复旦大学历史类研究生，实现人生转折的故事。
Furthermore, Professor Ge underscored the crucial role of opportunities on the path to success. He emphasised that genuine opportunities for the timely discovery and development of talents are rare. Reading equips individuals to be always prepared, allowing them to respond calmly and effectively when opportunities arise. Drawing from his personal experience, Professor Ge shared how his unwavering commitment to reading propelled him to achieve a significant turning point in his life, securing a top-ranking position as a graduate student in the History department at Fudan University.
Furthermore, Professor Ge underscored the crucial role of opportunities on the path to success. He emphasised that genuine opportunities for the timely discovery and development of talents are rare. Reading equips individuals to be always prepared, allowing them to respond calmly and effectively when opportunities arise. Drawing from his personal experience, Professor Ge shared how his unwavering commitment to reading propelled him to achieve a significant turning point in his life, securing a top-ranking position as a graduate student in the History department at Fudan University.
在讲座的尾声，葛馆长强调了努力在成功中的决定性作用。他认为，即使拥有了天赋和机遇，没有付出足够的努力，成功依然遥不可及。读书作为广义上的学习，是发掘和发挥潜能的关键。通过读书，每个人都可以不断接近成功的彼岸。
In his closing remarks, Professor Ge emphasised the decisive role of effort in attaining success. He emphasised that success remains elusive despite innate talents and opportunities without sufficient dedication and hard work. As a broad form of learning, reading holds the key to unlocking and maximising one's potential. Through reading, individuals can continuously approach the shores of success.
In his closing remarks, Professor Ge emphasised the decisive role of effort in attaining success. He emphasised that success remains elusive despite innate talents and opportunities without sufficient dedication and hard work. As a broad form of learning, reading holds the key to unlocking and maximising one's potential. Through reading, individuals can continuously approach the shores of success.
此次讲座不仅是一次知识的盛宴，更是一次精神的洗礼。它提醒我们，在追求成功的道路上，读书不仅是获取知识的途径，更是发现自我、实现梦想的桥梁。我们应珍惜每一次读书的机会，让知识成为我们人生道路上最宝贵的财富。
The lecture proved to be both intellectually enriching and spiritually enlightening. It served as a potent reminder that reading is not merely a means of acquiring knowledge but also a transformative bridge to self-discovery and realising dreams. Professor Ge urged the audience to cherish every opportunity to read, recognising knowledge as the most precious wealth on their life's journey.
The lecture proved to be both intellectually enriching and spiritually enlightening. It served as a potent reminder that reading is not merely a means of acquiring knowledge but also a transformative bridge to self-discovery and realising dreams. Professor Ge urged the audience to cherish every opportunity to read, recognising knowledge as the most precious wealth on their life's journey.
值得一提的是，本次讲座是图书馆2023至2024学年书林漫步系列主题活动的第二场讲座。第一场于2024年4月1日举行，由葛剑雄教授主讲，主题为《怎样读书》。该系列活动旨在迎接深圳读书月和世界读书日，通过举办书展、讲座和读者分享会等活动，鼓励读者积极参与阅读和探索知识的乐趣。活动旨在引导读者深入了解社会、文化、科技等领域的前沿动态，提升阅读素养和综合素质，促进个人全面发展。
Notably, this lecture marked the second session of the 2023-2024 A Walk in the Books series organised by the Library of CUHK-Shenzhen. The first session, "How to Read," took place on April 1, 2024, with Professor Ge Jianxiong as the featured speaker. This series of activities aims to celebrate Shenzhen Reading Month and World Book Day by hosting book exhibitions and lectures and encouraging active participation from library users, fostering a love for reading and exploring knowledge. The event seeks to guide library users in understanding current societal, cultural, and technological developments while enhancing their reading literacy and overall personal growth.
Notably, this lecture marked the second session of the 2023-2024 A Walk in the Books series organised by the Library of CUHK-Shenzhen. The first session, "How to Read," took place on April 1, 2024, with Professor Ge Jianxiong as the featured speaker. This series of activities aims to celebrate Shenzhen Reading Month and World Book Day by hosting book exhibitions and lectures and encouraging active participation from library users, fostering a love for reading and exploring knowledge. The event seeks to guide library users in understanding current societal, cultural, and technological developments while enhancing their reading literacy and overall personal growth.
本新闻稿内容基于葛剑雄教授在香港中文大学（深圳）图书馆的讲座内容整理而成，旨在传递葛馆长关于读书与人生关系的深刻见解。文中所述观点均基于葛馆长的学术研究和个人经历，旨在为广大读者和社会公众提供有益的启示和思考。
This press release is based on the content of Professor Ge Jianxiong's lecture at the Library of CUHK-Shenzhen, offering profound insights into the relationship between reading and life. The viewpoints presented in this article are derived from Professor Ge's extensive academic research and personal experiences, intended to provide valuable inspiration and contemplation for library users and the wider public.
This press release is based on the content of Professor Ge Jianxiong's lecture at the Library of CUHK-Shenzhen, offering profound insights into the relationship between reading and life. The viewpoints presented in this article are derived from Professor Ge's extensive academic research and personal experiences, intended to provide valuable inspiration and contemplation for library users and the wider public.
