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Brief: This article reviews the start of Emperor Taizong’s Zhenguan Reign. After the Xuanwu Gate Incident, he pardoned rivals and appointed upright officials like Wei Zheng. He prioritized agriculture, eased taxes, and defeated the Eastern Turks. His philosophy of “vigilance in peace” laid the foundation for Tang’s golden age.
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The ailments of old age have their roots in the prime of life. The hardships and suffering which come after the decline of one’s career have their roots in its acme of success.
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The universe lasts forever, but a man cannot live through all eternity. His lifespan is about 100 years, and even these 100 years pass quickly.
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When you face trying circumstances, everything that you encounter has the effect of bitter medicinal herbs and the stone needles used in acupuncture. These needles and medicines serve to refine your character and conduct, although you do not realize it.
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The ears can hear flattering sounds; the eyes can be dazzled by silver and gold. These effects are enemies encroaching from without, whereas carnal desires are robbers hidden within.
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To constantly hear words that grate upon the ear and to always encounter matters that unsettle the heart—this is the whetstone for cultivating virtue.
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The smallest and the most alert of a flock of wild geese is often chosen to keep vigil for the others during the night. At the slightest untoward sound it raises the alarm and the flock start from their sleep and make off.
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Sun Wukong, the main character in Journey to the West, has several names and titles, including Monkey King, Great Sage Equal to Heaven, Handsome Monkey King, Heaven-born Stone Monkey, Bi Ma Wen, etc. Find out why his name is Sun and what his name Wukong means. Today, we will talk about his titles and…