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Han Feizi – Chapter 23.1
Bo Le taught his disciples to spot kicking horses. One horse did not kick because of swollen knees. The story shows external conditions limit ability; one must look beyond surface to judge wisely.
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Han Feizi – Chapter 22.35
Han Feizi tells similar actions may hide different motives. Judge people by their true intentions, not just deeds.
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Han Feizi – Chapter 22.34
Han Feizi tells Lu Dan bribed attendants to gain favor, then fled, knowing trust from hearsay is fragile.
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Han Feizi – Chapter 22.33
Han Feizi tells a Wei man taught his daughter to hoard wealth. She was divorced but richer, mirroring corrupt officials’ greed.
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Han Feizi – Chapter 22.32
Han Feizi tells Yang Zhu learned beauty fades with arrogance, while modesty makes plainness admired.