SuaveG – The Gentle Path

Chinese mythology, folktales, and literature

Gongsun Zhi

  • Releasing the Tiger: How mercy forged a vengeance? [Spring & Autumn]

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    Rob

    Brief: This article recounts the pivotal Battle of Xiao (627 BCE) and its aftermath. It details the disastrous ambush where the Jin army annihilated the Qin forces, capturing generals Meng Mingshi and Bai Yibing. The narrative highlights the dramatic intervention of Wen Ying, who persuaded Duke Xiang of Jin to release the prisoners, famously…

  • The Five Sheepskins [Spring & Autumn]

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    Rob

    Brief: This article recounts the legendary recruitment of Baili Xi by Duke Mu of Qin. It details how Duke Mu, seeking talent, discovered Baili Xi was herding horses in Chu. To avoid alerting the Chu king to Baili Xi’s value, Duke Mu ransomed him for merely five sheepskins, pretending he was just a fugitive…