If you want to select a gentleman like weapon,the sword (jian) is the best choice.

如果从冷兵器中选出一位绅士那一定非剑莫属。

In ancient times,jian was a symbol of social status.

在古代，剑是身份地位的象征。

Nobles not only had to study cultural knowledge but also swordsmanship.

贵族不仅要学习文化，还要学习剑术。

A good jian is cast using complicated procedures.

铸造一把好剑需要复杂的工艺。

Chinese like to compare the jian with mysterious things,like dragons,thunder and lightning.

中国人喜欢把宝剑比作龙、雷、闪电等具有神秘感的事物。

Chinese also like to protect justice,equality and other dreams of a better future using jian.

也用剑捍卫仁义、善良、公平这些美好的梦想。

Jian is a weapon but swordsmanship is an art.

剑是武器，剑术是一种艺术。