Chapter 5 - Chivalry
"Chivalry, what is chivalry? How can it be called chivalry? What is chivalry? Ranger soldiers, although their behavior does not conform to the track of formal law and discipline, they will definitely fulfill what they say, and they must be very decisive in doing things. If they have promised others, they will do it sincerely. They risked their lives to save others from their lives. Once you save others from danger and death, you will never be confident in your own abilities, and at the same time be ashamed to boast of your own virtues. "Mozi is in front of the stage, and his hands are behind. Eloquent.
"There is no escape from peace or danger in the world. Tai Shi Gong said: 'The former Yu Shun was embarrassed in Jingxiao, Yi Yin was lost to Ding Yan, Fu said that he was hidden in Fu Wei, Lu Shang was trapped in Jianjin, Yiwu was shackled, Baili Rice Cow, Zhong Ni was afraid of Kuang, and Cai Se Chen and Cai. This is the so-called benevolent person, who has suffered from this disaster, and is involved in the end of the troubled world with Chinese materials?
"Then sir. A student stood up and bowed to Mozi. "What is Ren's criterion?"
Mozi glanced at him, stroked his beard, and nodded and motioned for him to sit down.
"Different people have different definitions of the word benevolence, and savage people often say: 'To distinguish between benevolence and righteousness is to give me benefits as the standard, and those who are good to me are virtuous people.'" Therefore, Zhou Tianzi starved to death in Shouyang Mountain, and King Wen and King Wu did not degrade the king's title because of this, but their admirers continued to praise their benevolence and righteousness when they were cruel and violent. From this point of view, 'those who steal the hook will be punished, and those who steal the country will be punished.' ’”
"Then sir, Fei Ziyan: 'Confucianism uses literature to mess with the law, and chivalry uses martial arts to violate the ban. 'So is chivalry benevolence or unlawlessness?' one student asked.
Of course, there are some stubborn scholars who stubbornly cling to short-term morality and have been isolated from the world for a long time, and where can they compare with those rangers who do not talk highly, who are generally knowledgeable with the world, and who follow the trend in pursuit of fame and fortune? Therefore, if you compare the chivalrous men in the country alleys with Ji Ci and Yuan Xian, their contributions to the society at that time cannot be said in the same way. But judging from the remarkable effect and the credibility of the words, how can the righteous behavior of the chivalrous man be taken lightly?"
"Students are taught. The student thought for a moment about Mozi's remarks and suddenly realized.
"How can the chivalrous man compare with the Confucian masters such as Meng Weijun, Chun Shenjun, and Pingyuan Jun? They all recruited a wide range of talents and were known for their benevolence, righteousness and morality. Before the last student could sit down, another student stood up and asked.
"In ancient times, the folk knights were unproven. However, compared with the modern Yanling Jizi, Meng Weijun, Chunshenjun, Pingyuan Jun, Xinling Jun, who rely on the relatives of the monarch, relying on the wealth of fiefs and ministers, they recruit the talents of the world, so that their reputation is spread in the world, and the actions of chivalrous men are more glorious and magnificent. This can't be said that Yanling Jizi, Meng Weijun, Chunshenjun, Pingyuan Jun, and Xinling Jun are not virtuous. But it's like a shout from the wind, not a quickened voice, but a strong wind. On the contrary, it is the chivalrous warriors of the people, they cultivate their words and deeds, sharpen their conduct, make their reputation spread all over the world, and let everyone in the world praise them for their virtuous ability, which is commendable!" Mozi smiled and answered the student who asked the question.
"Since before my dynasty, because of my humble background, the deeds of the knights have been buried and cannot be seen, and I regret it. As far as I know, since the rise of our dynasty, there have been Zhu Jia, Tian Zhong, Wang Gong, Ju Meng, Guo Xie and these people, although they often violated the law, but their personal virtues, as well as their honest and humble style, have made people have a lot to praise. Their fame is not built in a vacuum, and people do not come to them in a vacuum. As for the evildoers who form factions, who form alliances with the powerful, who collude with each other, who oppress the poor with money, and who abuse the lonely and weak with brutal violence, in order to indulge their greed and seek their own happiness, the rangers also hate these ugly deeds. I sigh that the world does not understand the intentions of the rangers, and rashly ridicules the Zhu family, Guo Xie and others as the same kind as the tyrants!" Mozi said to himself.
"Guo Xie is short, shrewd and strong. He was cruel and vicious when he was young, and when he was indignant and unhappy, he killed people like numbness. He did not hesitate to sacrifice his life to avenge his friends, not only did he shield outlaws to commit crimes, but he also minted coins and dug graves, and he did not count the forbidden things. But every time, I can get the blessing of God and get out in a dangerous moment.
When Guo Xie grew older, he began to reflect on his own behavior, and began to use kindness to resolve those who resented him. He saved other people's lives, and he did not boast of his merits at all, and he hid his merits and fame. Over time, his benevolent life spread, and more and more people attached themselves to him, and slowly became a force of their own.
Guo Jie's nephew relied on Guo Jie's power to drink with others and let the family drink it all. Until the man could no longer drink, he would forcibly pour it and humiliate his family. The man was furious, drew his sword, killed Guo Jie's nephew, and fled.
Guo Xie sent people to secretly find out where the murderer was. The murderer was terrified and came back to tell Guo Xie the truth. Who knew that Guo Xie said: "You should kill him, it was my nephew who was unreasonable first." So he ordered the murderer to be let go, and the blame was attributed to his nephew, and when the world heard the news, they all praised Guo Jie's moral deeds and admired him even more. And his sister said angrily to people: "Guo Xie is really righteous, people killed his nephew, but instead let the murderer go." So she threw her son's body on the road and did not bury it, wanting to humiliate Guo Xie with this.
When Guo Xie returned from an outing, people respectfully made way for him, but there was a person who sat arrogantly in his way, and Guo Xie sent someone to ask for his name. The man didn't say or move, and continued to block Guo Jie's way. Some of the doormen thought that the man had insulted Guo Xie and wanted to kill that person, but Guo Xie stopped him and said: "Being in the township, I can't get the respect of others, this is because my own moral cultivation is not enough, what is the sin with him!"
Guo Xie later learned that there was a widowed mother in his family who needed to be taken care of, and secretly asked Wei Shi for this: "I am very concerned about this person, please exempt him when it is his turn to serve." Since then, the county officials have never looked for this person who was rude to Guo Xie to serve. This person felt strange about this, ran to the official office to ask the reason, and learned that it was Guo Xie who exempted him from his errand, and was very moved, and blamed himself for his arrogant treatment of Guo Xie before. In order to repay his kindness, he pleaded guilty to Guo Jie. When the people heard the news, they admired Guo Xie more and more.
One day, there were people in Luoyang who had a feud and a brawl, and dozens of sages and heroes in the city mediated from it, but the two sides never listened to persuasion. The heroes were helpless, so they went to Haojing to ask Guo Xie to explain the situation. Guo Xie went to meet the two who had a feud, and out of respect for Guo Jie, the two aggrievedly followed the advice and prepared to reconcile. Guo Xie stopped: "Before, the princes of Luoyang mediated for you, but you refused to accept it. Now I am fortunate that you can follow my advice, but I, Guo Jie, cannot take the face of the virtuous doctors in Luoyang. Therefore, Guo Xie left that night and left a message to the two: "After I leave, you must remember to let Luoyang Haojie mediate again." ”
Guo Xie always maintained a respectful attitude and never walked into the county yamen by car. He does things for others, and he will do his best to accomplish them within the scope of his ability, and if he can't do it, he must also make all aspects of the family satisfied. As a result, everyone in the rivers and lakes respected him and competed to serve him. After Mozi finished telling this story, he looked at the students thoughtfully or awakely, nodded and quietly left.