联合国教科文组织（UNESCO）于周三（12月4日）将春节——中国人民庆祝传统新年的一系列社会实践活动——列入了人类非物质文化遗产代表作名录。

The decision was made during the 19th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage, taking place in Paraguay from Dec. 2 to 7. The committee recognized the festival for its wide array of rituals and unique cultural elements that engage all of Chinese society.

这一决策是在12月2日至7日于巴拉圭举行的第19届非物质文化遗产保护政府间委员会会议上作出的。委员会对春节的认可基于其丰富的仪式和独特的文化元素，这些元素吸引了整个中国社会的广泛参与。

UNESCO highlighted that the Spring Festival, marking the start of the traditional Chinese Lunar New Year, involves various social practices, including prayers for good fortune and family reunions. It also features activities planned by elders and festive public events organized by communities.

联合国教科文组织指出，春节标志着传统中国农历新年的开始，涵盖了多种社会实践，包括祈求好运和家庭团聚等活动。此外，春节还包括由长辈策划的活动和社区组织的节庆公共活动。

According to UNESCO's documentation, the traditional knowledge and customs associated with the Spring Festival are passed down informally within families and communities, as well as formally through the education system. Craftsmanship and artistic skills related to the festival are transmitted through apprenticeships, promoting family values, social cohesion, and peace, while providing a sense of cultural identity.

根据联合国教科文组织的文件，与春节相关的传统知识和习俗在家庭和社区中以非正式方式传承，同时也通过教育系统正式传承。与节日相关的工艺和艺术技能通过师徒制传承，促进了家庭价值观、社会凝聚力和和平，同时增强了文化认同感。

The committee also emphasized that the festival embodies the harmony between humans and nature and contributes to sustainable development in areas such as food security and education. It also plays a key role in raising environmental awareness. 

委员会还强调，春节体现了人与自然的和谐，并在食品安全、教育等领域对可持续发展做出了贡献。此外，春节在提高环境意识方面也扮演了重要角色。

Source: http://www.china.org.cn/arts/2024-12/05/content_117588020.htm