Historical Records is written by Sima Qian, a famous historian in the Western Han Dynasty, and is the first general history of China's biography, which was praised by Lu Xun as "the swan song of historians, and the rhyme of separation". This magnum opus not only provides us with a wealth of historical knowledge, but also contains profound wisdom of life.
First, the world is bustling, all for profit;The world is crowded, all for profit
This sentence is from the "Historical Records: The Biography of the Goods and Colonies", which describes the common phenomenon of people being busy for profit. Although fame and fortune can bring short-term satisfaction, it is difficult to last. Excessive pursuit of fame and fortune will only cause us to lose our way and lose ourselves. Therefore, we should know how to make trade-offs and be indifferent to fame and fortune in order to live freely.
2. Bear the burden of humiliation and ambition
In "Historical Records: The Biography of Han Xin and Lu Xuan", the story of Han Xin's humiliation under his crotch is well-known. In the face of insults from others, Han Xin showed the quality of enduring humiliation and burden, and finally achieved great things. There will always be difficulties and setbacks in life, learn to endure and endure, in order to accumulate and achieve a career.
3. Man is inherently dead, or heavier than Mount Tai, or lighter than a feather
This sentence comes from the "Historical Records: Report to Ren Shaoqing", which expresses the difference in life values. Everyone has their own mission and value, as long as we live a meaningful life, even if life is short, it is more important than Mount Tai. On the other hand, if you spend your life in mediocrity, even your longevity is lighter than a feather. Therefore, we should cherish each day and live our own worth.
Fourth, there is much help for the righteous, and little help for the unjust
In "Historical Records: Chen Shi's Family", the reason for the failure of Chen Sheng's uprising was that he lost the hearts of the people. As the saying goes, "whoever wins the hearts of the people wins the world", and only with the support of the people can we achieve success. We must always pay attention to the people and things around us, and treat others with integrity and fairness, so as to win the trust and respect of others.
Fifth, the peach and plum do not speak, and the next is its own
This sentence comes from "Historical Records: The Biography of General Lee", which means that good qualities and behaviors will naturally be imitated by people. A sincere and kind person does not need to say much, and his good conduct will naturally attract others. On the contrary, if you are hypocritical and treacherous, even if you say something cleverly, it will not last long. Therefore, we must always maintain good conduct in order to win the respect and affection of others.
Sixth, the big line does not care about the details, and the big gifts are not resigned
This sentence comes from "Historical Records: Xiang Yu Benji", which means that those who have achieved great things are not informal. In real life, we are often troubled and entangled in trivial things. However, if you want to make a career, you must have a big vision and a broad mind. Don't be bound by the immediate gains and losses, and learn to think long-term in order to achieve greater success.
Seventh, those who know others are wise, and those who know themselves are clear
This sentence comes from "Historical Records: Xiang Yu Benji", which means that understanding others and understanding oneself are both manifestations of wisdom. In interpersonal interactions, we should not only pay attention to the words and deeds of others, but also have a clear understanding of ourselves. Knowing your strengths and weaknesses allows you to better play to your strengths and get along better with others. Therefore, we must learn to observe ourselves and reflect on ourselves, so that we can continue to grow and progress.
8. Good medicine is good for disease, and good advice is good for action
This sentence comes from "Historical Records: The Family of Liuhou", which means that good advice is often difficult to accept but is conducive to solving problems. In real life, we often feel dissatisfied or resistant because of the advice of others. However, true friends and loved ones will care about our growth and development, and they may offer advice that is not good but helpful. We might as well humbly listen to the advice of others and put it into action, so that we can continue to make progress and achieve better results.
Nine, in the midst of strategizing, the decisive victory is thousands of miles away
This sentence comes from the "Records of the Historian: Gaozu Benji", which means that those who are good at planning and decision-making can achieve victory thousands of miles away. A person who is good at planning and decision-making is able to find the best solution in a complex situation and develop a successful plan. In a highly competitive society, to be successful, you must have the ability to plan and make decisions.
10. The wind is sluggish and the water is cold, and the strong man will never return
This quote is from the Chronicles of the Assassins, and expresses the determination and courage of a strong man to go forward for the sake of his faith and goals. In real life, we often encounter all kinds of difficulties and setbacks, in the face of difficulties, we can not give up easily, we must have a firm belief and indomitable spirit, in order to move forward bravely, to achieve their goals and ideals.