Green Lotus - Message from Lotus Village

Among the myriad of works written about President Ho Chi Minh , Blue Lotus by writer Son Tung still holds a special place in the hearts of readers. Blue Lotus not only depicts a great man, but also conveys the core values of the Vietnamese people: patriotism, resilience, humanity and solidarity. With a realistic, rustic but poetic writing style, writer Son Tung has portrayed most completely and deeply the childhood and youth of beloved Uncle Ho.

The pages of the book open up the heroic landscape of the nation, and at the same time, it is a journey of self- discovery , searching for the value of life. The work takes readers through each familiar thatched roof, bamboo alley; the Chinese characters of the father, the lullabies of the mother; to the journeys far from the homeland to reach a new horizon, where Nguyen Tat Thanh became Nguyen Ai Quoc, bringing the light of freedom and independence to the nation.

Ms. Tran Hoai Phuong, a Literature teacher at Phuoc Binh High School (Phuoc Binh Ward, Dong Nai Province), shared: “Every time I read Blue Lotus, I feel like I am returning to the Lotus Village, listening to the rustling wind through the bamboo rows, smelling the faint scent of lotus. I have admired Uncle Ho's determination and heart since I was a child - simple yet steadfast, close yet great. The book makes me appreciate the value of peace today even more; it helps me realize that patriotism is not something too great or far away, but originates from the smallest things, from the love for family and homeland, I have more motivation to live better, to contribute more to the country”.

In the work, writer Son Tung skillfully inserted many meaningful sayings, making it unforgettable for readers. Those words, under the author's pen, not only tell stories about Uncle Ho, but also instill in readers' hearts faith, patriotism and a sense of responsibility for the country: "Youth is the time to dream, to act and to fight for ideals"; "To do great things, one must have great ambition. Great ambition is to know how to overcome all difficulties to reach the goal. To have great ambition, one must study and practice" ...

Blue Lotus is not only a literary work, but also an emotional history lesson. The book helps the younger generation better understand the origins of patriotism, the silent sacrifices of our ancestors to gain independence and freedom. The book reminds us: Today's peace does not come naturally, but has been exchanged for the youth, blood and tears of many people. The work encourages readers to reflect on their own responsibility to the country, arousing pride and love for the homeland. Not just a story, the novel is a journey to find life values and noble ideals.

Reading Blue Lotus, readers will find pages full of emotions, a strong source of inspiration to live and contribute to their homeland and country, so that the "blue lotus" will forever bloom and spread its fragrance on the beloved land of Vietnam.

Phuong Dung

Source: https://baodongnai.com.vn/van-hoa/202508/bup-sen-xanh-loi-nhan-gui-tu-lang-sen-40300c3/