Eight famous quotes from "The Mean".
The wise sayings of the ancients that must be remembered.
In ancient China, people's pursuit of self-cultivation never stopped. Among the many classics, "The Mean" is undoubtedly an important moral and philosophical treatise on the realm of life cultivation. This work is not only regarded as one of the classics by Confucianism, but also given a prominent position by scholars of the Song Dynasty.
The author of The Mean, Zisi, is a descendant of Confucius, and his thoughts inherit the wisdom of Confucius, while at the same time adding his own understanding. During the Qin Dynasty, scholars revised and sorted out the Zhongyong to make it more in line with the background of the times and people's cognition at that time.
During the Southern Song Dynasty, Zhu Xi made a new interpretation and commentary on the Zhongyong, and ranked it alongside the Daxue, the Analects, and Mencius as the "Four Books". This is enough to prove the important position of "The Mean" in Chinese culture.
By memorizing the eight famous sayings of "The Mean", you will become a master of the way of doing things. This is not to say that you can easily grasp the mysteries of life, but it shows that you understand the core idea of "The Mean" and grasp the wisdom of life in it.
In the process of learning and growing, we need not only ingenuity, but also unremitting efforts and persistent practice. Even if it is a stupid bird, as long as it is willing to put in a hundred times more effort than others, it can fly first. Because only by practicing diligently in advance can you master the skills and realize your dreams.
He likes to ask for other people's opinions, and is good at examining the meaning of simple words. In the face of other people's mistakes and bad opinions, he is good at hiding and retaining them, and at the same time praising others for their correct and good opinions. In the end, the opinions of all people should be compromised, and the middle way should be applied to the people. This is the embodiment of wisdom that is good to ask questions and be observant, to conceal evil and promote good, to stick to both ends of it, and to use it for the people.
The endless learning journey is not learned, and learning is perfect. The endless road of exploration, if you don't ask, you can find your roots. Learning is endless, asking boundless, understanding and understanding thoroughly, which is the ultimate in learning. Courageously moving forward, not afraid of difficulties, our goal is the sea of stars of knowledge!
Sincerity brings clarity, and rationality promotes sincerity. This is a manifestation of nature and the fruit of education. Only sincerity can understand the essence of things; Only by being rational can we be truly sincere. This is the realm we are constantly pursuing, and it is also the driving force for our continuous growth. Let's work together to be honest and honest.
The way of a gentleman, indifferent to fame and fortune, impartial, simple and literary, gentle and organized. Mastering the principles of a gentleman's conduct in the world is like exploring the mysteries of the universe, which requires understanding with heart and practicing with action. Knowing the distance and the nearness, knowing the wind, and knowing the subtlety are the key to the way of a gentleman, and it is also the ultimate goal of our life pursuit. Let us practice the way of being a gentleman and move towards a better future together.
A gentleman needs to constantly cultivate himself in order to fulfill his responsibilities. The way of self-cultivation lies in serving relatives, understanding others, and following the principles of heaven. Without self-cultivation, how can we talk about serving relatives, knowing people, and reaching the sky? A gentleman should take this as a criterion, keep forging ahead, and achieve a fulfilling life.
Only sincere people can do their best, do their best, do their best, and do their best. Praise the transformation and education of heaven and earth, and rank three side by side with heaven and earth. This is a lofty realm, which requires us to constantly comprehend and practice. Let us give full play to our own nature, to carry forward the nature of others, to carry forward the nature of things, to help the evolution of heaven and earth and the nourishment of all things with a sincere attitude. In this way, we can join heaven and earth!
Study hard, explore the unknown, and you will become a wise person; Act positively, move forward courageously, and you will become a person with a loving heart; Shame and courage, reflect on your mistakes, and you will become a brave person. By understanding these three points, you will know how to cultivate yourself; If you know how to cultivate yourself, you will know how to manage others. If you know how to manage others, you will know how to govern the world and the country!
Author: Wang Gongjian.