"这些故事都太神奇了，不是吗？"珍答道，作为一个渴望着探索几乎完全未知的领域的自然学家，她的眼睛里闪 现出好奇的光芒。 享誉世界的动物行为学家、自然资源保护者和人道主义者珍·古道尔（Jane Goodall）博士，于当地时间10月1日在 美国加利福尼亚州洛杉矶因自然原因去世，享年91岁。她旺盛的生命力维持到了最后一刻，直到去世前，她都在 为美国巡回演讲而奔波。 当地时间10月1日，珍·古道尔研究所发布讣告称："珍·古道尔博士是珍·古道尔研究所的创始人，也是联合国和平 使者。她有着非凡的勇气和坚定的信念，毕生孜孜不倦地致力于提高人们对野生动物的处境的认识，推动动物保 护工作，并激励人类、动物和自然世界之间建立更加和谐、可持续的关系。她在睡梦中安然离世。" 珍·古道尔长期致力于黑猩猩的野外研究，是首位在坦桑尼亚观察到黑猩猩行为与人类相似的科学家。她还热心投 身于环境教育和公益事业，积极倡导动物福利、人权以及环境与物种保护。她热衷于鼓励年轻人参与自然保护和 人道主义项目，其发起的"根与芽"环保项目已经在中国落地三十余年。 在珍·古道尔91年的人生旅程中，她一直是与时间赛跑的人，也是与自然环境恶化速度赛跑的人。202 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article reflects on the significance of the Zhongyuan Festival (Ghost Festival) in Chinese culture, emphasizing its role in connecting the living with their ancestors and fostering a deeper understanding of life and death [7][26][61]. Group 1: Cultural Significance - Zhongyuan Festival is a time for families to honor their ancestors, preparing offerings and engaging in rituals that reinforce familial bonds and cultural heritage [6][22][61]. - The festival serves as a reminder of the transient nature of life, encouraging individuals to reflect on their origins and the legacy they will leave behind [7][25][56]. Group 2: Rituals and Practices - Common practices during the festival include preparing freshly harvested food for ancestors, known as "autumn tasting," and setting up altars with ancestral tablets for worship [12][18][22]. - The act of burning paper money and writing ancestral names on "burden lists" symbolizes a connection to family lineage and the importance of remembering one's roots [19][20][61]. Group 3: Philosophical Reflections - The article draws parallels between Confucian and Buddhist perspectives on life and death, suggesting that understanding one's origins (Confucianism) and the nature of existence (Buddhism) can lead to a more meaningful life [28][34][61]. - It posits that acknowledging mortality can lead to personal awakening and a greater appreciation for the present moment [36][57]. Group 4: Community and Celebration - The festival is not solely somber; it also includes vibrant community celebrations, such as parades and performances, highlighting the joy of life and the importance of cultural traditions [51][53][61]. - Engaging in these communal activities reinforces social ties and collective memory, making the festival a holistic experience of remembrance and celebration [54][61].