About Yan Shu, Liu Yong and Xin Qiji.

Kong Yingda and others all showed interest when they heard this.

Although they were all civil officials of the Tang Dynasty, they were also very familiar with literary works from other dynasties.

But I have never heard of anyone named Yan Shu, Liu Yong, or Xin Qiji.

Most people in later generations have only heard of Tang poetry and Song lyrics.

But you have to know that the Tang Dynasty was famous for poetry.

There are also poems, but they are not as famous as Song poems.

Talking about why Tang Dynasty poetry is famous.

Moreover, the imperial examination system of the Tang Dynasty played a great role in promoting the prosperity of poetry.

There were many types of imperial examinations in the Tang Dynasty, but poetry and prose were extremely important.

For example, writing a poem or an essay.

And poetry is particularly important.

It can even be said.

In the Tang Dynasty, whether a person could pass the imperial examination was a matter of life and death.

It depends on whether you can write good poetry.

But Li Bai was different, mainly because his family background was not suitable for taking the imperial examination.

In addition, almost every emperor of the Tang Dynasty loved poetry.

Poetry competitions are also held frequently.

During every festive occasion, poetry competitions are held to liven up the atmosphere.

This is why Yan Zhitui previously suggested writing poetry to liven up the atmosphere.

You can imagine.

Living in such an environment.

As a scholar, one must pass the imperial examination to advance into a higher class.

It will inevitably take a lot of energy to learn to write poetry.

In this way.

It will inevitably play a great role in promoting the development of poetry.

But now, the words Zhuang Zhou recited were extremely exquisite.

"Master Zhuang, could you please recite these three poems to us?"

Kong Yingda couldn't help but say.

Zhuang Zhou smiled slightly and nodded.

He naturally knew that for literati and poets, it would be a great honor to come across a good poem.

How lucky that was.

So, I started to explain:

"The first line, 'Last night the west wind withered the green trees, I climbed the high tower alone and gazed at the end of the world,' comes from Yan Shu's "Dielianhua."

The chrysanthemums on the railing are sad in the smoke, the orchids are weeping in the dew, the gauze curtain is cold, and the swallows fly away in pairs.

The bright moon knows nothing of the pain of separation, its slanting light shines through the red door until dawn.

Last night the west wind withered the green trees. I went up to the high building alone and looked at the road to the end of the world.

I want to send you a piece of colored paper and a letter, but I don’t know where you are, amidst the vast mountains and rivers.

The original lyrics express the sadness of parting, but I borrowed this line to express the loneliness and pursuit of learning.

When everyone heard this, they all nodded in agreement.

Zhuang Zhou continued:

The second line, 'My belt is getting looser and looser, but I never regret it; I am becoming haggard for her,' comes from Liu Yong's "Dielianhua."

Standing on the dangerous tower, the wind is blowing gently, and I feel the spring sorrow and the dark sky.

In the fading light of the grass and smoke, who will stand by the railing in silence?

I wanted to get drunk and sing to the wine, but forced happiness is still tasteless.

I will never regret even if my clothes become looser and looser, and I will become haggard for her.

This sentence describes the deep affection of pursuing love with perseverance and willingness to give everything for it.

I borrow this sentence to express my determination and perseverance in the path of learning.

After hearing this, Kong Yingda and others all showed admiration on their faces.

I am even more impressed by Zhuang Zhou's knowledge and talent.

Zhuang Zhou smiled slightly and continued:

"The last line, 'I searched for him among the crowd for a thousand times, and when I turned around, he was there, in the dim light,' comes from Xin Qiji's "Green Jade Case - Lantern Festival."

The east wind blows thousands of flowers into bloom at night, and blows down stars like rain.

The road is filled with fragrance from the carved carriages of fine horses. The sound of phoenix flutes fills the air, the light of jade pots glistens, and fish and dragons dance all night long.

The moth is covered with golden threads of snow willow, and leaves with a smile and a faint fragrance.

I searched for him everywhere, and when I turned around, he was there, standing in the dim light.

The lyrics describe the scene of the Lantern Festival night with brilliant lights and beautiful women hard to find.

I borrow it to express the arduous pursuit of knowledge.

The joy and enlightenment of suddenly discovering the truth right before your eyes."

After listening to Zhuang Zhou's explanation, everyone suddenly understood.

He was even more impressed by Zhuang Zhou's talent.

It’s like seeing another world in the path of learning.

They did not expect that Zhuang Zhou could use words so skillfully to divide the way of learning, or the way of life, into three realms.

This will help you form your own unique insights and understandings.

Isn’t this exactly what the ancient sages and scholars wanted to achieve when they annotated the scriptures and taught?

All the officials present who had entered the civil service through literary careers were suddenly enlightened.

Zhuang Zhou's talent and knowledge undoubtedly made them deeply admire him.

Li Er couldn't help but exclaimed:

"Zhuang Zhou, you are really smart and knowledgeable!

I didn’t misjudge you!”

Zhuang Zhou shook his head modestly and said:

"Your Majesty, you are too kind. I am just standing on the shoulders of others and borrowing their wisdom.

The true path of learning still requires great sages like Confucius to continue exploring and discovering."

Upon hearing this, Kong Yingda shook his head and sighed:

"I'm so ashamed! I pride myself on being well-read in the teachings of the great sages and scholars of the past, but I never imagined that I would be taught a lesson by Master Zhuang today."

Sima Caizhang also had a look of emotion on his face:

"Master Zhuang is truly a great talent!"

Great sage, or talented person is a very high evaluation.

But Sima Caizhang was actually a great talent.

This evaluation is quite high.

Upon hearing this, Zhuang Zhou just smiled slightly.

In fact, his views are based on what Mr. Wang Guowei put forward in "Words on Human Life".

Mr. Wang Guowei is known as a master of Chinese studies.

This can also be regarded as a tribute to Mr. Wang Guowei!

At this time.

Li Chengqian suddenly stood up, bowed to Zhuang Zhou and said:

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