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The Fisherman Who Told Confucius to Stop Pretending
This commentary on Zhuangzi ‑ Yufu retells the fisher‑sage’s dialogue with Confucius. It advocates “honouring authenticity”, warning against artificial worldly rituals that drain one’s inborn genuine nature.
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Three Swords That Teach a King About True Rulership
This commentary on Zhuangzi ‑ Shuo Jian retells the three sword parable. Using imperial, feudal and common man sword metaphors, it rebukes a king for indulging trivial gladiatorial fights instead of governing his realm.
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When a Bandit Challenges Confucian Morality
This commentary on Zhuangzi ‑ Daozhi features three fictional dialogues. Robber Zhi and other figures assail conventional Confucian morality, exposing its hypocrisy and urging people to cherish their innate inborn nature.
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External outcomes cannot be guaranteed
This commentary on Zhuangzi ‑ Wai Wu analyses seven fables. It discusses uncertain worldly outcomes, the interdependence of useful‑useless, inner mental space, and the key Daoist maxim: grasp the meaning and forget the words.