The war in the north and west of Xinjiang is still going on, and the victories of the Wehrmacht have inspired everyone's spirits, and the great victories in Tacheng and Balkhash have made the soldiers truly synonymous with 'heroes' in the eyes of the Chinese people.

Good men don't go to the army - it's a thing of the past.

As a soldier, you have money, honor, status, you name it. The country's heavy military force has indeed reversed public opinion in a short period of time.

But it is impossible for a country to revolve around a war, and in the midst of the guns and artillery of the frontier, other things continue to move on the same track.

For example, the problem of Neo-Confucianism!

In today's China, there are not just three or two scholars who are committed to blending old and new doctrines with Confucianism. It's a big group, a big group. There are still too many people in China who can't let go of Confucianism. Some of them are also quite famous, such as Wang Minyun in the chamberlain, such as Zuo Zongtang wearing a marquis' hat, such as Liu Rong......

In the dispute between China and the West, the old school of the Chinese side was defeated, and the introduction of Western science and technology, the construction of industry, and the manufacture of guns and warships have been taken for granted by the Chinese people, so before the old school is completely defeated, the new school has long sprouted. Now, with the defeat of the old school, it has gradually occupied the main position of Confucianism. In the final analysis, it has been ten years since the establishment of the new dynasty, and the fruits of industrial development are visible to all. Facts speak louder than all eloquence.

But this does not mean that China has to embrace Western culture in its entirety. On the one hand, many Confucian scholars are heartbroken for the old learning, and on the other hand, they have to try to connect the two cultures of China and the West on the basis of inheriting traditional doctrines. And more Confucian students are in the name of imitating antiquity and tracing their roots. Wantonly misinterpreting scientific theorems and linking them to traditional Chinese scholarship in a far-fetched way. Time. The news of the 'collusion' between Western natural sciences and Chinese Confucianism spread throughout the academic world, and later when this group of Confucian students saw that a Confucianism could not hold back. Without hesitation, he took out Taoism, Buddhism, the pre-Qin hundred schools, and everything that could be used to cover the bottom, which made Liu Xian stunned. can only sigh that 'literati have no teeth', and sigh that the 'brick family is called a beast' in later generations is not a teacher.

"Ridiculous! It's ridiculous! Such a book can be published! Such a fallacy is also sought after! ”

An angry roar broke the quiet atmosphere of Sungkyun Public School. Teachers and students passing by couldn't help but look towards the superintendent's office, the birthplace of the roar. It was hard for them to imagine that something would provoke the always gentle and elegant Zhang Wenhu to be so angry.

Weng Tongyi, who was sitting in the living room at this moment, looked at the angry director of the public school in front of him, and couldn't help coughing and comforting: "Brother Yu Biao is angry. This is just a random speculation of an ignorant person, why should Brother Yu Biao be angry about such a trivial matter. ”

Weng Tongyi looked very embarrassed. Because of the Weng family's resounding scientific field name. Those astonishing 'evidence' people have something to do with the Weng family.

"If it is the nonsense of the ignorant, how can it be printed and distributed in the market? even took out Huang Zongxi and Fang Yizhi's 'Western Learning Zhongyuan' to argue, Tian is shameless. ”

"Ridiculous! Mistaken children! Zhang Wenhu, who was full of anger, was not angry at all because of Weng Tongyi's words, and slammed the book in his hand on the table.

"Lord Weng, such heresies have spread in a rage, Shilin has been tarnished, and the reputation of the literature has been swept away. How does this make others perceive Confucianism? How can the new Confucianism stand up?

Booksellers of that generation. Seeing that this is profitable, the remarks of the happy population are compiled into a book, and this book "The Source of New Western Studies" is ridiculous and generous. You see. In just one chapter of 5,000 words, quoting the words of six schools, such mediocre people do not understand Western learning. He is not proficient in Chinese studies, and takes words out of context. Make such a joke and spread it abroad. China's 3,000-year-old civilization was completely destroyed. Zhang Wenhu knew the embarrassment of Weng Tonggong, Weng Tonggong's relationship with the old Confucian school was too deep, and he couldn't get rid of it if he wanted to, so he saved a trace of face for Weng Tonggong, and attributed half of the sin of this "New Western Learning" to the publisher.

But this face was bought, and Weng Tongyi also knows how it came about. Isn't it because this bullshit book was passed on to Sungkyun Public School that he is here today?

What is this Sungkyun Public School? How many little ancestors stayed here? It is a great disaster for people to teach badly.

Weng Tongyi has heard the news that the eldest son of the emperor is ready to hold the Ministry of Culture and Education accountable for this book. scared Weng Tonggong so much that he was about to have a heart attack. Because this book came from Suzhou, a prosperous place for culture and education to the West, whether it was published by the booksellers or the people who passed it on to Chengjun Public School, they all had something to do with the Weng family. He came to the door today to settle this matter. He knew that Zhang Wenhu had a deep prestige in Chengjun Public School, and he was not the best and deepest among the teachers in the school, but he was definitely the most prestigious.

Fairness - these four words are the portrayal of Zhang Wenhu in Chengjun Public School over the years.

And in a place like Sungkyun Public School, where the children of powerful people gather, how many years of fairness in dealing with things is by no means a praise that can be obtained by touching on the lips.

The eldest son of the emperor respects this master very much. Liu Xian is also very satisfied with Zhang Wenhu. If Zhang Wenhu is willing to come forward, the matter of the eldest son of the emperor is likely to be settled.

Weng Tongyi sighed, his voice was full of the field, and his face also showed sadness. "Brother Yu Biao. Our Central Plains Celestial Empire has always been proud of its 'edification' of barbarians. But now it is prosperous in the west and declining in the east, and the guns, utensils, craftsmanship and techniques are not as good as people. He seems to be unscrupulous, but in essence, he also wants to fight for Huaxia. Therefore, people of insight will reiterate the theory of 'the source of Western learning', proving that although Western law is excellent, its source comes from China, but it is only blue from the blue. In order to sweep away the decadent atmosphere of today's Confucianism and regain the dignity of Chinese civilization. ”

"If you don't want to learn from the West, you should humbly ask for advice, study in a down-to-earth manner, strive to bring forth the new, and walk ahead of the Westerners. Just as my guns are sharp, will the Type 08 rifle soon be earlier than the Westerners?

Fifty years ago, the Westerners used guns and huge ships that surpassed the Central Plains to defeat the former Qing Dynasty repeatedly, cede land and pay compensation, and lose power and humiliate the country. ”

"Now it is really not appropriate to be a son of man by using myths, rumors and fake books to change other people's things under the name of their ancestors and take advantage of words." Zhang Wenhu's face was solemn.

Weng Tongyi's lowered eyes flashed with embarrassment, unwillingness and disappointment. Zhang Wenhu is a nerd, no wonder he has a good knowledge, but he can only get food and clothing. Don't you know that this 'source of Western learning' is not a simple academic issue, but also mixed with the knots in the hearts of Chinese scholars that are difficult to heal?

This is out of the self-esteem of the Han nation, as well as the yearning and self-confidence of tradition. You can say that it is a kind of self-deception and inadequacy, but it cannot erase the compassion of the 'pride' in the hearts of the scholars. The imperial court should inherit China's cultural traditions for thousands of years, regard itself as the Celestial Empire, and maintain the sanctity of its rule as the central empire of the Supreme Empire. In this case, advocating the theory of 'Western learning from the source' can be regarded as an ingenious way to liberate. Although it's very Ah Q. Of course, no one knows the Spiritual Victory Method yet!

I think this is the main reason why the Ministry of Culture and Education will turn a blind eye to this matter.

Weng Tongyi also knows that this is a desecration of culture, and it is also a disrespect for traditional Chinese culture. But deep down, he has always been resentful.

After Zhang Wenhu's anger subsided, he immediately changed his tone and said calmly: "Lord Weng, don't be discouraged. Our Chinese civilization has a long history. Although gold is not enough, my civilization has its own weaknesses, but today's Western studies can just make up for my weaknesses. As the saying goes, the sea is tolerant of all rivers. Set the right mood and learn from each other's strengths. Our Chinese civilization will never become useless because of one or two weaknesses, and the dignity of Chinese culture will be promoted. ”

In the end, Zhang Wenhu looked at the back of Weng Tonggong and sighed. He will come forward to plead with the emperor's eldest son, but the dispute between China and the West will not stop because of this matter. It's only going to get even hotter in the future!

Zhang Wenhu sat back in front of the bookcase, and a book was spread out on the table, "Pipe".

In the dispute between Chinese and Western civilizations, there are too many things that are out of tune, and those arguments that are twisted together are so far-fetched. Zhang Wenhu was dismissive. However, the "Pipe" he is watching now can still be linked to Western politics. "Pipe" has a cloud: "If you measure the people's strength, you will achieve everything." If the people are not strong, and what they do evil, then deception will not be born. If you don't deceive the people, you will kiss them. In Zhang Wenhu's understanding, this is similar to the parliament of the West and the parliament of the current dynasty.

It is a pity that there are still very few people in China who study the strategy of "Guanzi". Even Zhang Wenhu himself, if he hadn't been elected as a member of Congress, would not have picked up this book that he had read a long time ago.

Enriching the country and strengthening the army is the purpose of "Guanzi".

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At the same time, the Department of Railways of the Ministry of Communications.

"Your Excellency is welcome. It is an honor for a subordinate official to receive a seat of teaching. I wanted to train under the adults for another two years, but unfortunately Tianyou didn't have this blessing. This time, the ministry sent Xia Guan to the southwest to preside over the Chengdu-Kunming Line Railway Project, and Xia Guan will leave tomorrow. Zhan Tianyou stood in front of Ji Xiliang, Minister of Communications and part-time director of the Railway Department, and assured with a very serious attitude.

Ji Xiliang looked at his beloved general and was very pleased. "The Chengdu-Kunming Railway is a key construction project of the imperial court in the next three years. The southwest mountains are steep and dangerous, and this time it can be said that there is a long way to go. Ji Xiliang instructed with his head instructed.

"Please rest assured, Your Excellency, Your Majesty will go all out to live up to the trust of Your Majesty and the imperial court."

"Good! Let's work together. Railways will be built to every corner of the country as soon as possible. After Ji Xiliang left the steel plant, he transferred to the center and served as a member of the ministry for a while, and he served as the minister of transportation and also served as the director of the railway department, which shows how much he attaches importance to railway construction.

After he became the leader of the Ministry of Communications, the Chengdu-Kunming Line was one of the few major projects he promoted. (To be continued......)