This Zhuangzi ‑ Yuyan (Metaphors) chapter explores three literary‑philosophical speech modes: imputed, quoted, and goblet‑words. It advocates flexible, natural language aligned with heavenly equality rather than rigid fixed judgments.
This Zhuangzi ‑ Tiandao excerpt highlights wu‑wei and inner stillness as governance’s root. It includes Wheelwright Bian’s famous parable arguing books hold only ancient dregs, and debates over artificial benevolence and righteousness.