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Chapter 4: In the Human World (renjianshi)
This original‑text excerpt from Zhuangzi ‑ Renjianshi features multiple fables. It explores perilous worldly‑political engagement, introduces “Mind‑Fasting”, and illustrates survival wisdom of “the usefulness of uselessness”.
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Zhuangzi’s Wisdom for a Stress-Free Life
This commentary on Zhuangzi ‑ Yangshengzhu explores stress‑free living. Through four fables including Chef Ding’s story, it advocates following nature, moderating desires and transcending obsessions to nurture spirit amid worldly hardships.
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薪尽火传 (Xīn jìn huǒ chuán)
This entry explains idiom Xin jin huo chuan from Zhuangzi ‑ Yangshengzhu. It figuratively means physical beings may perish, yet wisdom, culture and spirit get handed down continuously across generations.
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踌躇满志 (Chóu chú mǎn zhì)
This article explains the Chinese idiom 踌躇满志 (chóu chú mǎn zhì), meaning calm, self-satisfied pride after success. It traces the phrase to Zhuangzi’s Cook Ding story, where the master butcher stands content after perfect work.
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游刃有余 (Yóu rèn yǒu yú)
This entry explains idiom “You ren you yu” originating from Zhuangzi ‑ Yangshengzhu. It praises skilled people handling tough tasks smoothly, by following inherent patterns instead of brute force.