This entry explains idiom “Xiang ru yi mo” from Zhuangzi ‑ Dazongshi. Originally about stranded fish, it now means supporting one another through adversity, differing from its original Daoist philosophical implication.
This entry explains idiom “Mo ni zhi jiao” originating from Zhuangzi ‑ Dazongshi. It refers to bosom friends with perfect spiritual accord, whose friendship rests on shared philosophical insight rather than worldly gains.
This commentary on Zhuangzi ‑ Dazongshi sums up its peak Daoist thought. It depicts the True Person, explains “Sitting and Forgetting”, and advocates merging humans with the Dao while transcending attachments including life‑death.
This commentary on Zhuangzi ‑ Dechongfu uses fables of deformed figures. It argues true worth lies in inner virtue rather than outward appearance or status, and explains the ideal of freedom from harmful worldly emotions.
This Zhuangzi ‑ Dechongfu excerpt presents fables of deformed figures. It prioritizes inner complete virtue over physical form or social status, and ends with Zhuangzi’s debate with Huizi over “having no human emotions”.
This original‑text excerpt from Zhuangzi ‑ Renjianshi features multiple fables. It explores perilous worldly‑political engagement, introduces “Mind‑Fasting”, and illustrates survival wisdom of “the usefulness of uselessness”.
This commentary on Zhuangzi ‑ Yangshengzhu explores stress‑free living. Through four fables including Chef Ding’s story, it advocates following nature, moderating desires and transcending obsessions to nurture spirit amid worldly hardships.