SuaveG – The Gentle Path

Chinese mythology, folktales, and literature

  • North Sea Has a Fish

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    Rob

    This piece introduces Zhuangzi ‑ Xiaoyaoyou, opening with the Kun‑to‑Peng myth. It discusses the giant creature’s wind‑dependent flight and Zhuangzi’s pursuit of true, absolute freedom beyond worldly constraints.

  • How the Whole Way Shattered into a Hundred Schools

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    Rob

    This commentary on Zhuangzi ‑ Tian Xia, an early pre‑Qin philosophical survey, assesses major schools including Mohism, Lao‑Dan’s Daoism and Hui Shi’s sophism. It laments how the complete ancient Way fragmented into partial one‑sided doctrines.

  • Why Fame Is a Trap and Freedom Is an Unmoored Boat

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    Rob

    This commentary on Zhuangzi ‑ Lie Yukou collects multiple fables. It warns of fame‑driven traps, criticizes worldly vanity, and advocates unforced naturalness, ending with Zhuangzi’s calm, unpretentious view toward death.

  • The Fisherman Who Told Confucius to Stop Pretending

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    Rob

    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.

  • Three Swords That Teach a King About True Rulership

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    Rob

    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.

  • When a Bandit Challenges Confucian Morality

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    Rob

    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.