Zhu Yuanzhang, formerly known as Zhu Chongba, was born in a poor peasantFamilyMiddle. Due to his family's financial difficulties, his siblings were either sold or forced to marry. JuvenileZhu Yuanzhangalso did not survive and was sent to the landlordsLiu DeThe family herds cattle and is a landlordFamilySupport.
Liu DeIt was a wealthy and slightly slashing local landlord, and he was rightZhu YuanzhangAnd there is no particular kindness. Zhu YuanzhangInLiu DeThe family spent a poor childhood, and endured the beating and scolding of the master with the other cattle herders.
In the years of herding cattle,Zhu YuanzhangMade several like-minded friends, including Xu Da and Zhou Dexing. Together, they discussed how to get rid of the oppression of the landlords. Finally, one day, they decided to secretly slaughter a calf to fill their stomachs. They roasted the calves and enjoyed a good meal, leaving only the bones and tails.
However, this little trick did not hide itLiu Deof the eyes. WhenLiu DeWhen he found out that his cow had disappeared, he was furiousZhu YuanzhangNot only was he severely beaten, but he was also asked to pay compensation for a cow. Eventually,Zhu Yuanzhangwas driven home.
Years later,Zhu YuanzhangIt becameMing DynastyThe founding emperor, the founding of the country, the landlordLiu DeWhen I heard the news, I couldn't help but tremble and panic in my heart. He knew he was rightZhu YuanzhangThe cruelty of a family, whether it is killing or oppression, is a reality that cannot be changed. At this moment, he could only go tremblingZhu YuanzhangIn front of him, kowtow and beg for mercy.
Zhu YuanzhangLook at the kneeling on the groundLiu De, approached and helped him up, and said, "Your brother back then."Liu Jizu's kindness enabled me to settle in the ground, and you didn't know that I would become the emperor. You are not to blame for the past. ”Zhu YuanzhangSurprisingly givenLiu Dethirty acres of land, and exempted him from taxes for ten years.
Liu DeI thoughtZhu YuanzhangHe would settle accounts with him, or at least reprimand, but he didn't expect itZhu YuanzhangNot only did he not hold a grudge against him, but he also repaid his grievances with virtue. This makesLiu DeExcited to kneel and cry bitterly, praiseZhu YuanzhangFor Mingjun.
Zhu YuanzhangHis behavior shows that he is not only an outstanding politician and military strategist, but also a tolerant and kind person. He understoodLiu DeThe role he played was just the arrangement of fate, and he was not to blame for the injustice and oppression of the year. On the contrary,Zhu Yuanzhangchose to repay grievances with virtue, which fully reflects his benevolence.
Zhu Yuanzhang's life is very focused on the way to repay gratitude. Despite being at the pinnacle of his power, he never forgot his past benefactors and those who helped him.
InZhu YuanzhangRemembering the benefactorLiu JizuWhen he learnedLiu Jizu's younger brotherLiu DeStill alive. Zhu YuanzhangIt was decided to return to his hometown to pay back for the yearLiu JizuThe kindness of the whole family.
However, whenZhu YuanzhangFoundLiu De, but I learnedLiu JizuLong deceased. Zhu YuanzhangGrief-stricken, but he did not give up on repaying the favor. He will be the brother of his benefactorLiu DeHe was granted 1,500 acres of fertile land and exempted from taxes for ten years.
This behavior is embodiedZhu YuanzhangDeeply rooted in Chinese traditionCultureThe idea of repaying the kindness. He understands the gratitude and responsibility of his benefactor, and always keeps in mind the kindness of the past.
Zhu YuanzhangHe used to herd cattle for the landlord's family, but he did not feel hatred or resentment because of this. On the contrary, he repaid his grievances with virtue and gave them to the landlordsLiu DeTolerant and helpful, showing his noble qualities as a great monarch.
This story teaches us that past experiences do not determine our future. Zhu YuanzhangGrowing from a child forced to herd cattle to a great emperor, he proved the importance of hard work and struggle with his actions.
At the same time,Zhu YuanzhangThe way of repaying kindness also teaches us that at all times, we must remember the help of our benefactors and repay the kindness with practical actions. It is only through the act of repaying the favor that we can truly embody the spirit of friendship and mutual assistance between people.
Finally,Zhu YuanzhangThe story also tells us that everyone has their own opportunities and destiny. Even from the lowest troughenvironmentAs long as we persevere and work hard, it is possible to create our own brilliance and success.