"However, when Wu and Chu usurped the throne, the Master wrote: Wu entered Ying. This is Guliang. Although the barbarians are great, they are called Zi. The more chaotic the times, the more severe the defense."
“So it is said: The defense against the barbarians is based on the rise and fall of virtue.”
"Emperor Wu defeated the Xiongnu, and the country was devastated. Emperor Taizong pacified the Turks, and An Lushan followed."
Hearing this, Ma Xiucai was shocked all over.
This problem, which covers many aspects, was solved so easily by Mr. Dong Lai.
In simple terms, what Ma Xiucai asked was: After reading the Spring and Autumn Annals, I found that the sages recorded history by deleting and modifying words and sentences to express praise or criticism. The Gongyang Commentary emphasizes great unification, while the Guliang Commentary focuses on rectifying names and positions. Both books agree to respect the king and expel the barbarians, but each has its own emphasis.
Now that there are barbarians invading from the north and the south, after reading "Spring and Autumn Annals", should we use virtue to persuade and accept foreigners, or should we strictly guard the boundaries with foreigners?
Mr. Dong Lai answered by citing two completely different statements by saints and two historical precedents:
If we use force, we will fight, but we can't be reckless, otherwise we will waste our foundation. If we use softness, we will try to win over the enemy, but we can't be too soft, otherwise the enemy will take advantage of us.
This seems to be a simple truth.
However, by comparing "Spring and Autumn Annals", "Gongyang Zhuan" and "Guliang Zhuan", and using history to verify classics, the contradiction between classics and commentaries can be easily resolved.
then.
Mr. Donglai said: "Therefore, when you and I read the ancient classics of the Spring and Autumn Annals, we should practice the history of expediency. As for the barbarians, we can either open up markets to exchange with each other, or educate them with virtue. Confucius said: There is nothing that can be done."
This passage involves current political affairs.
Mr. Donglai seemed to have said a lot, but in fact he did not seem to give a clear answer: So should we fight or accept? How should we fight, and how should we accept?
But in fact, in essence, it should be the one sitting on the throne today who has not made a final decision.
So Mr. Dong Lai cannot give a clear answer.
Ma Xiucai was confused by what he heard.
But this does not mean that he learned nothing. The great scholar refuted the contradictions in the classics with just a few words, which really impressed and shocked him.
He even felt that he had gained some insights and found some good ways to improve his studies.
This is something you will never be able to understand even if you just stay in your room and read books all your life.
As the saying goes: Listening to one word from you is better than reading for ten years.
Therefore, Mr. Ma bowed deeply to Mr. Donglai, and was so excited that he even choked up and said, "Thank you very much for your teachings, Mr.! Thank you very much for your teachings, Mr.!"
The people around didn't understand what was being said, but that didn't stop them from applauding and cheering.
Mr. Donglai finished his divine performance in front of everyone and nodded reservedly, but he couldn't help but glance at Cui Xian out of the corner of his eye.
I thought to myself: Wouldn’t you be charmed to death by the teacher’s performance?
Don’t wait any longer, come and become my disciple!
To be honest, Cui Xian was indeed fascinated.
It is not just Mr. Donglai who can refer to classics and history with ease.
It is also because of his insightful views on current affairs, his understanding of the emperor's mind, and his thorough knowledge of the national strength and policies of the Daliang Dynasty.
A scholar knows everything in the world without leaving his home.
This is of course false.
Otherwise, Mr. Ma would not have asked a question. Mr. Donglai knew that this question was not something he could ask.
If Cui Xian stayed in this small city of Nanyang and studied with Master Wu or any other master for ten or twenty years, it would not be possible to get any useful guidance from Mr. Donglai.
Reading the Four Books and Five Classics is just a tool for learning.
In the end, he was going to take the imperial examination and enter officialdom!
The moment you enter the examination room, you are destined to not only learn, but also to gain insight into the mind of the emperor and delve into current affairs from the Four Books and Five Classics.
Therefore, becoming a disciple is not just for the sake of having a backer.
He can also be your guide on the road to imperial examinations and even in your life.
on the contrary.
Taking a talented apprentice with him on the journey is also a blessing in life that a great teacher desires.
With all the knowledge and ambition, someone has to inherit his legacy.
This pair of master and apprentice, who were made for each other, stood in the alley, looking at each other and appreciating each other.
One of them had a childish look and a smile on his face, while the other was elegant, dignified, calm and easy-going. At the same time, they silently thought in their hearts, "the goods that are sold at a discount are worthless."
And try hard to show goodwill, hoping that the other party will be the first to ask to be a disciple or apprentice.
However, in the end, nothing happened.
Cui Xian smiled and bowed to Mr. Dong Lai, and then when he turned around to go home, his face was full of anger: Damn it, I can't even defeat you with this?
Good job, old man, you got my attention.
Mr. Donglai nodded to Cui Xian, and then after returning to the yard, he looked depressed: How strange, you don’t even come to become my disciple?
Good job, kid, I’ve got my eyes on you this time!
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