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Chapter 4 Interpretation of Plain Books (2)
The note said: "There is a way in prosperity and decline, success and failure are countless: there is power in order to control chaos, and it is reasonable to go away."

Wang said: "If you practice benevolence and trustworthiness, your country will prosper and you will do it with all your heart. If you have no way and don't listen to good words, your country will decline and you can retreat and live in seclusion. If you are greedy for fame and fortune and don't know how to advance or retreat, you will suffer disaster. The body is also capable of judging and chaotic trends, and the way to hide must be followed. If the principles are reached, there must be a time to advance and retreat. See the state's ups and downs for details, the king is like a sage, willing to listen to good words, even if there is no virtuous assistant, his country It can be governed; the ruler is not sage, he does not accept good words, he is far away from the virtuous and capable, and his country is difficult to manage. Seeing that it can be governed, he will do his best for his country; if it is difficult to reason, he will retire from his position and live in seclusion. Save reason, mess with reason, go, just move."

【Interpretation】Those sages and gentlemen in the society, the reason why their lives are brilliant is that they can see the law of prosperity and decline of things, can grasp the definite number of success and failure, carefully investigate the mystery of stability and chaos in the world, and know when they should Shi, when Cain's truth.

As the saying goes: "The world is unpredictable", but many things are so simple when you look back after success or failure. There is also truth in "hindsight".Among them, personal judgment on things is crucial, and Huangshi uses the four words "Ming", "Tong", "Shen" and "Da" to emphasize this kind of judgment.

There are internal reasons for the ups and downs of everything. This is "the way of ups and downs, the number of successes and failures". A smart person must understand the truth and follow the trend, and he will surely achieve success in his career.When Zhang Ruimin took over the small factory, he knew that the reason why the factory was dilapidated was not because there was no market for the products, but because of the lack of scientific management.So Zhang Ruimin started with management, and soon this small factory improved, and finally developed into a giant in the home appliance industry.Knowing what the problem is and finding the right solution is always the secret to success.

Similarly, a first-class vision determines a first-class career.If you want to be a successful person, you must devote yourself to a promising career.In ancient times, there was a man who learned skills everywhere and determined to be a dragon slayer.But there is no dragon in the world, how can he achieve his career?But whether a first-class career is suitable for you is also a question. This requires you to assess the situation. Once you find that the environment is not suitable for your development, then you must "make it happen".

Therefore, everything in the world has its own laws, and the so-called successful people conform to this law, rather than creating a certain law.Successful people are like climbers, and the laws of things are like the steps up the mountain.If you find the steps correctly, you will get twice the result with half the effort; if you can't find the steps, you can only climb from the cliff.

Having a step does not mean that everything will be smooth, you have to take your own factors into consideration, do what you can, and do what you want.What is "degree"?Just right!Originally, you wanted to boil water to make tea, but in the end, the water turned into steam, and the tea was naturally undrinkable.Climbers should understand where to go against the trend, where to follow the trend, and where to change your mind... This is the magical effect of "Ming", "Tong", "Shen" and "Da".

[Original] Therefore, he lived in secret and held the Tao, waiting for the time.

The note said: "The way is like a boat, and the time is like water; if there are boats and paddles, there are no rivers to travel, and you can't see the benefits."

Wang said: "If a ruler is not wise, he cannot speak up and speak out, and his country will decline. He will not be able to carry out his own affairs. He will live in seclusion to avoid the death of decline and chaos; he will cultivate morality and wait for the time of prosperity."

【Interpretation】What should a person who has ambition but no opportunity do?Lurking in Baodao to wait for the opportunity. "Residing in hiding" is not just dawdling around with nothing to do, but stepping up self-cultivation to equip oneself with the virtues of reaching heaven, being virtuous, benevolent, abiding by justice, and practicing etiquette, so that one can act accordingly and achieve a career.

Everyone in the world is dazzled by the glory after success, but cannot see the loneliness and helplessness before success.Everyone who has achieved a career has experienced long-term loneliness.Successful people are familiar with loneliness, cherish loneliness, and pursue success persistently in loneliness.Only those who can endure loneliness and bear helplessness can reap success.In this sense, "dwelling in hiding and holding the Tao" is a success in itself.

[Original] If the time comes, you will be able to achieve the position of a minister; if you get the opportunity to act, you will be able to achieve a peerless achievement; if you don't meet it, you will lose your body.

The note said: "Nurture it well, and move it in time; if the opportunity is not allowed, how can you allow the proposal?"

Wang said: "The emperor and his ministers meet each other at their own time. If the time is right, listen to what you say and obey; if you make meritorious deeds and do the right thing, you will be in the position of your minister. For example, when Wei Zheng first met Li Mi, he did not meet the master of the Ming Dynasty, failed to fulfill his ambitions, and could not become famous. Establishing affairs; meeting Tang Taizong's sage and virtuous monarch, obeying his words and obeying his words, living in a position, famous and fragrant through the ages, this is the time to succeed. The safety and danger of affairs, the gains and losses of understanding; act temporarily, and act when the opportunity arises. To assist the wise monarch, you must Shi Enbude; in governing state affairs, one should be compassionate to the army and love the people; his meritorious service is as high as that of the previous generations of virtuous officials. If he does not meet a wise king, he will hide his name and live in peace; if he is forced to remonstrate, he will hurt his body."

【Interpretation】A person who is fully prepared mentally can take advantage of the situation and create a great cause to realize his great wish of governing the country and bringing peace to the world.What if you have prepared for a lifetime but have no chance?That's not a disadvantage, you just haven't achieved your career, but you can still be a person with high morals and respected by society.

Looking at the successful people in history, you will find that success is never accidental. Behind every successful person, there is a long preparation, mainly spiritual cultivation.Opportunity never finds the unprepared.When Zhuge Liang lived in seclusion in Longzhong, although he was in the mountains, his heart was attached to the world, and he knew all the major events in the world, which is why he had the "Longzhong Dui".If he just devoted himself to landscapes and played with flowers and grass, he would definitely not have the later Three Kingdoms.

Being prepared does not guarantee your success. If Zhuge Liang hadn't caught up with the social situation at that time, he would have been "lost".It can be seen that opportunities and situations are important to aspirants.Mencius once said: "Although there is wisdom, it is better to take advantage of the situation; although there is a foundation, it is better to wait for the time." Although there is wisdom, it is better to catch a good time.Even if you have a handful of strength and a hoe for farming, it is better to wait for a good year.

Therefore, a wise man never competes with the sky, nor resists the trend, but follows the trend.Han Feizi warned people: "Those who are in power are the capital to win the crowd." Judging the situation is a necessary condition for success. Otherwise, even a sage like Yao and Shun will fail to achieve success and fame if they do not act according to the situation.Only when Tang Weizheng met Emperor Taizong of Tang did he get the title of "Admonishment Minister". If he met King Zhou of Shang, he might be heartbroken like Bigan. [Original Code] Because of its high morality, its name is more important than future generations.

The note said: "If the Tao is high, the name will be lower and more important."

Wang said: "Know the current affairs, know how to advance and retreat, and protect the whole body far away. The good name will be passed on to future generations."

【Interpretation】As long as the morality is high, no matter whether you are poor or well-rounded, you will be famous through the ages and stand in the annals of history.

What is success?Since ancient times, there has been no uniform standard. Modern people regard fame and fortune and the attention of thousands of people as a sign of success, which is too narrow to understand success.Because in the view of traditional Confucianism, righteousness, self-cultivation, family harmony, state governance, and world peace are all successes.Cultivating a normal mind and not being surprised by favor or humiliation is a kind of success for the individual; having a harmonious family, being filial to parents and children of friends, is success for the family; In terms of success, it is also success... There is no need for everyone to pursue great wealth and grandeur.

As long as we have enough morality and compassion for others, we can also gain the respect of others in work units, families, and communities.

Zhengdao Chapter

Note: "Tao cannot be wrong."

Wang said: "If you don't deviate from the middle, it's called righteousness; what people do is called the way. In this chapter, it shows that handsome, heroic, clear things are in order, each does his own way, and the principles of loyalty, filial piety, and righteousness are displayed. "

[Interpretation] When it comes to life strategies, many people prefer "unprecedented schemes" and always want to win by surprises, and they will inevitably end up in a mess; who knows that the simplest truth in the world is the righteous way of heaven, Taoism, morality, benevolence, righteousness, and etiquette five The first is the right way of being a human being and dealing with the world, and keeping the right way can be amazing. What the "Righteous Way Chapter" wants to tell people is the principle of "keeping the right way".

[Original] Virtue is enough to Huaiyuan.

The note said: "Those who cherish, the heart is happy and sincerely convinced."

Wang said: "Good governance and peace of the people, all over the world are peaceful; governing the country with virtue, respected by far and near. Sage and Mingjun, virtuous and good ministers, practice moral administration, treat virtuous and loving people, subdue oneself to others, good reputation is scattered all over the world, heroes are heard Such virtuousness and righteousness will naturally be gathered together. This is the principle of complete virtue and prestige."

【Interpretation】Many people don't know what Zen is?In fact, the principle of Zen is very simple: Zen is not what you want, Zen is what you think!How do you understand it?Kong Gu Echo, what kind of answer you want depends on what you want to say.What you get is what you gave to the world.

Morality is Zen, which is an attitude you want to deal with the world. It is like a kind of good power, and what the world reacts back must be good power.When Confucius had the most disciples, there were three thousand people from different vassal states.why?It is because Confucius himself was a virtuous person, and everyone came here from a long distance, and it is precisely this that is valued.

King Zhuang of Chu, one of the Five Hegemons in the Spring and Autumn Period, once had a big banquet for his officials, and asked everyone to drink and have fun regardless of whether they were kings or ministers.Just when everyone was having fun, a gust of wind blew, the lights went out, and the whole place was pitch black.At this time, someone took the opportunity to tease Ai Ji, the king of Chuzhuang. Ai Ji was very witty, and tore off the person's crown, and told the king of Chuzhuang: "Please light the lamp, as long as you can see whose crown is broken. Then you can find out who is molesting me." The officials were in a mess, thinking that someone would die.However, King Zhuang of Chu announced: "Please tear off your crown tassels before lighting the lamps, otherwise, whoever will be punished."

When the lights were lit again, all the officials had already pulled out their crowns.Naturally, the person who molested Ai Ji couldn't be found out.Everyone breathed a sigh of relief and happily entertained again.

Two years later, the Jin army attacked Chu.At this time, a general marched forward bravely, killed countless enemies, and made great achievements.King Zhuang of Chu summoned him and praised him, saying: "In this battle, you can defeat the Jin army thanks to your bravery." People, at that time the king was able to value the reputation of the minister, tolerate the fault of the minister, not punish the minister, but also rescued the minister, which made the minister grateful. Since then, the minister has determined to be loyal to the king and wait for the opportunity to serve the king. "

[Original] Faith is enough to make a difference, righteousness is enough to win many.

The note said: "If there is action and action, and if everyone agrees with it, it will be more than everyone. If the sky has no faith, the four seasons will be out of order; if people have no faith, actions will not stand. If a person is sincere and trustworthy, it is the foundation of fame. A gentleman is silent. Words must be faithful and trustworthy, and one word is agreed upon and refused to change or break the promise. If there is something to be done and everyone agrees with it, it will win the hearts of the people. If there is a difference, it is just saying that the way of the world is the same, and people will not be separated. Reward Don't put yourself first, benefit not more than yourself; share joy, share adversity. For example, the ancestors of the Han Dynasty were sworn brothers in Taoyuan, and made great achievements in the Three Kingdoms; .”

【Interpretation】Honesty and trustworthiness can unify people with different opinions, and judging and handling things in a reasonable way is enough to win the support and support of everyone.

We have discussed the meaning of integrity for thousands of years; as for the harm of lack of integrity, we have also reviewed it for thousands of years.From these thousands of years of repetition, two points are certain: first, honesty is crucial to a society, a nation, and a person's success or failure; a scarce resource on the

However, from another perspective, what does it mean that we have been discussing the same issue for thousands of years?In fact, everyone subconsciously has the desire to pursue integrity, and "integrity" is a common dream of all people.Because of this, if a person can stick to integrity and behave righteously, it will definitely stir up ripples in people's hearts, which is also called "surprisingly keeping integrity".

[Original Code] It is enough to learn from the past, and it is enough to illuminate it.This man is handsome.

The note said: "When you are in doubt, you can't decide without wisdom."

Wang said: "The success or failure of the ancients, without intelligence, cannot understand the gains and losses of the present; without intelligence, it is difficult to distinguish right from wrong. If you are full of talents, you must be able to understand current affairs; if you are smart and wide-ranging, you can distinguish rise and fall in detail. Things, there is a lesson from its gains and losses.

The fate of the sun and the moon, shining in the day and night, is omniscient; people have sharp eyes and ears, and they can discern everything in view of the power of sound and color.Living above people, like a mirror hanging high, the good and evil of ordinary people can be seen naturally.People above are kind and able to distinguish between good and evil, as well as virtuous and foolish; people below naturally dare not do wrong.

If you can do these five things, you will be a smart, handsome and resolute person.

Virtue is kept in the heart, benevolence and righteousness are practiced outside.However, during the movement and stillness, if there is a dignified manner, it is a ceremony that shows the integrity of the form.If people see it, the movement is quiet and peaceful, and the behavior is dignified, they will naturally feel respectful, and they dare not neglect it.

Those who know themselves, those who know others.Wisdom can examine one's own good and evil, and wisdom can resolve other people's suspicions in detail.A wise man, serving the king, must know the truth of suspicion.If you are approaching at the time of suspicion, you will be troubled and blamed, and you will be uneasy when you are in charge of activities.If you know the suspicion, you will know how to advance and retreat, and you will naturally be safe. "

[Interpretation] Only wisdom can sum up experience from past experiences and guide future life; only understanding can see the future, and those who can do these two points are the "handsome" among people.

Confucius once said: "Forty without confusion", for a wise man like Confucius, it may be possible, but for people living in the present, this can only be an ideal.Today's 40 years old is the period of "big confusion", with confusion in the heart, helplessness in the eyes, and anxiously watching the passage of time.

The reason why people are "confused" is that there are too many choices and too many temptations.Due to the unobstructed information, modern people are living in an "opportunity bubble", and many people drown in the bubble in the end.why?Because of insufficient concentration, I first lost myself in the bubble, kept choosing and hesitating, and finally drowned in the bubble.People don't understand the truth that no matter how many roads there are in the world, you can only walk on one, and no one can walk on two roads at the same time.So no matter how many roads, what's the point to you?Choose a road, as long as you walk on it with concentration, all roads are golden roads.

Wisdom is needed to choose a path, solve confusion, and help people make decisions; wisdom is needed to handle things properly, adapt to changing circumstances, and know people and make good use of them.

Wisdom is not a synthesis of knowledge, skills, and experience in life. Wisdom is purely a state of mind, which is a state of joy, happiness, and tranquility.We define wisdom like this: Wisdom is a method of gaining inner peace for oneself.When a person can truly achieve selflessness and inaction in his heart, wisdom will naturally arise, and wisdom will arise when the mind is calm.And a person who is impetuous in heart will not have wisdom.

Those successful people, no matter how chaotic the world around them are, they will always leave a quiet place in their hearts, which is the garden where wisdom sprouts and grows.

[Original] Deeds are enough to be an appearance, wisdom is enough to resolve suspicions, faith is enough to keep promises, and honesty is enough to distribute wealth.The pride of this person is also.

Wang said: "Integrity is the foundation of a gentleman; self-preservation is the source of morality. If there is a relationship with confidentiality and important matters, among the employers, choose people who can be honest in body and mind, loyal in speech, and make appointments together; No regrets, no promises.

Handling the law should be impartial and not partial to matters; the master of wealth should keep his integrity and not be selfish for profit.Willing to establish discipline, follow the law, and not poor in property and love.Cherish what you do, and if you have ambition, you will know shame; such a person, who is in charge of money and food, is it useless?

If you can do these four things, you will be a hero and sage. "

(End of this chapter)