This entry explains Chinese idiom 百无一用(bǎi wú yī yòng). It means utterly useless, famed for its line about impractical scholars, covering its origin, insight and English equivalents.
This article tells the story of 60-year-old Confucius dubbed a stray dog after getting separated from disciples in Zheng. He laughed and agreed with the description, which mirrors his wandering, unrecognized plight. It analyzes his open-mindedness and persistent pursuit of the Kingly Way amid chaotic times.