Xishi

  • Mencius – Chapter 8.25 Moral Renewal

    Mencius said: “Even Xi Shi – the most beautiful woman of all – if covered in filth, would make everyone cover their noses and walk away. Yet even a morally flawed person, if he fasts, purifies himself through ritual bathing, and cleanses his heart, may offer sacrifices to the Heaven.”

  • Dongshi’s clumsy imitation

    Because Xi Shi, the famous beauty, suffered from heartburn, she would often frown in front of all the neighbours.