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Han Feizi – Chapter 22.4
Han Feizi shows Peng Xi advised Zheng’s ruler to reject Wei’s alliance. Powerful states oppose a supreme ruler for self-interest.
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Han Feizi – Chapter 22.3
Han Fei tells how Ziyu’s jealousy stopped Confucius from being recommended. Fear of being overshadowed suppresses talent.
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Han Feizi – Chapter 22.2
Gan Mao chose a minor royal attendant post. A seemingly humble position that brings him more opportunities and power than a formal high post.
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Han Feizi – Chapter 22.1
Han Fei tells King Tang yielded the throne to Wu Guang to hide greed, yet tricked him into suicide. Virtuous acts can be political stratagems.
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Han Feizi – Chapter 21.22
Han Fei tells King Wen gave a jade tablet to Shang’s corrupt Fei Zhong, not the virtuous Jiao Ge, to weaken Shang. True wisdom is subtle statecraft.
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Han Feizi – Chapter 21.21
Han Fei tells Zixia’s story: inner struggle between virtue and wealth. True strength lies in conquering oneself.