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Han Feizi – Chapter 22.23
Han Feizi tells Qin Xiba freed a fawn out of compassion. Though dismissed, he later won trust as tutor: sincerity beats cunning.
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Han Feizi – Chapter 22.22
Han Feizi tells Yue Yang ate his son’s soup to prove loyalty. His cruelty made Lord Wen distrust him.
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Han Feizi – Chapter 22.21
Han Feizi tells Gongsheng Wuzheng became Han’s prime minister. Rulers valued law-abiding loyalty over popular favor.
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Han Feizi – Chapter 22.20
Han Feizi tells Feng Ju plotted to assassinate Han Gui, framing rival Yan Sui to exploit political strife.
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Yù Bàng Xiāng Zhēng, Yú Rén Dé Lì (鹬蚌相争，渔人得利)
Basic Information Chinese Idiom: 鹬蚌相争，渔人得利Pinyin: yù bàng xiāng zhēng, yú rén dé lìLiteral Meaning: A sandpiper and a clam fight with each other, and the fisherman gains the benefit.Figurative Meaning: When two parties engage in a fierce conflict and both end up suffering losses, an outsider takes advantage and reaps the profits. Cultural Background…
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Yú Gōng Yí Shān (愚公移山)
Basic Information Chinese Idiom: 愚公移山Pinyin: yú gōng yí shānLiteral Meaning: The Foolish Old Man removes mountains.Figurative Meaning: To overcome immense difficulties with unyielding perseverance, diligence and firm belief that human efforts can triumph over natural obstacles. Cultural Background This famous fable is a classic in traditional Chinese culture. It advocates persistence, dedication and the…