Borrowing and repaying, money and friendship.
It has been said, "He who borrows money becomes an enemy." Someone else said, "Money doesn't come in the wind, so why should you borrow it?" Voices against lending have come and gone, but in the view of modern thinker Hu Shi, lending is not only a transaction, but also a manifestation of human affection and social interaction. And his own behavior has also become a kind of model, behind his generosity to relatives and friends, is the cherishing of human feelings and social responsibility.
In 1919, Lin Yutang was in a predicament, and Hu Shi reached out in time to help, which not only solved his urgent needs, but also made him feel selfless help. This kind of emergency behavior sometimes does not expect anything in return, but out of respect for humanity and sympathy for the predicament. Lending is not only an exchange of money, but also a kind of support and promotion for other people's lives.
On the other hand, borrowing is also a sign of kindness. Hu Shi has sponsored sick friends many times, and he doesn't even care if he will be rewarded. This kind of behavior, like the cases of Yu Jiaju, Chen Yinke and others, does not need to be publicized, but it leaves a deep impression. In real life, every loan can be a kind investment, without asking for returns, but gaining friendship and trust between people.
Favor and money are not opposites, but complement each other. In Hu Shi's view, helping each other is the real way to socialize. From the beginning of family education, Hu Shi was taught to learn to ask for help and know how to interact with people. His enthusiasm and helpfulness to his friends is also a continuation of his family's teachings. Between people, only sincere help and support can establish a solid friendship and obtain more resources and support in the society.
While we condemn the risks of borrowing, we also need to see the benefits of borrowing. Every loan is a test of humanity and the establishment of trust. And the friendship between borrowers and borrowers is far more precious than the money itself. Therefore, while refusing to borrow, do not erase the emotional and social value of borrowing.
To sum up, borrowing and repaying is not only a monetary transaction, but also a manifestation of human affection and social interaction. Hu Shih's actions tell us that the true meaning of lending is to build trust and friendship between people. When facing borrowing, we might as well think from an emotional and social perspective, and there may be more unexpected gains. Therefore, let us not forget our original intention, maintain kindness, and the emotional and social value contained in borrowing and lending is the most precious wealth.
What kind of human and social value do you think are contained in borrowing and repaying?