the other side.
Blue Moon Lake.
Li Xuan sat bored in his seat, like an outsider, listening to the exchanges between this group of students.
This exchange meeting was more boring than he imagined.
The Flying Flower Order alone took half an hour to finish. In the end, Tianxia Academy naturally won.
Afterwards, under the auspices of Prince Rong, the second session began.
Each wrote a poem with the theme of "Mingyue".
This is a test of personal ability!
The people who can participate in this exchange meeting are all talented and beautiful people with quick thinking.
Not to mention that he wrote some unique poems, but he still has a unique charm!
Li Xuan also heard many excellent works, among which Ye Qingzhou's "Thoughts on the Bright Moon" was naturally the most eye-catching, winning applause from the audience.
Li Xuan didn't try to steal Ye Qingzhou's limelight, otherwise his performance of "When Will the Bright Moon Come" would have shocked everyone present.
After that, it’s the last part of the exchange meeting, chatting.
Of course, the chat here does not have any derogatory meaning. It just means coming up with a topic and then discussing it with each other.
The topic of this discussion is 'Who can be called a saint? '
Each academy expresses its own opinions, quotes various scriptures, and explains the concepts of saints.
"He believes that everything is more profound than ordinary people think, and he can benefit ordinary people, and he is a saint. As the saying goes, worry about the world's worries first, and those who dare to be the first in the world should be regarded as saints!"
This was said by a representative of Julu Academy.
This person is a prince of Yunjin Kingdom.
Yunjin Kingdom is located overseas, close to Dongzhou, and has always had trade relations with Daqian.
Some royal nobles from the Yunjin Kingdom would also come to Daqian to study.
after all.
Daqian is the orthodox state in the world and belongs to the superior state of the Celestial Empire. Princes, grandsons and nobles from many countries will come to Daqian to learn cultural knowledge.
Many customs and writings of Yunjin Kingdom originated from Daqian.
"Dare to be the first in the world, well said, worthy of Brother Xu, this is what a saint should be."
"It's interesting. Brother Xu has become more knowledgeable recently. I admire him."
"Be concerned about the world's worries first. Brother Xu really hit the mark. If one day, Brother Xu can ascend the throne, he will definitely benefit the whole country and become a wise king, reappearing the style of the ancient holy emperor."
All the students, whether sincerely or not, expressed their utmost praise for the prince of Yunjin Kingdom.
Prince Rong also smiled and said:
"What Brother Xu said is consistent with the thoughts of my sages and sages of Daqian. It is a blessing for the people of Yunjin Kingdom that Brother Xu has such an idea."
When the prince of Yunjin Kingdom heard Prince Rong's praise, his face showed joy, but he said humbly:
"No, my thoughts are just like those of others. Compared with His Highness, they are really far behind. If I have the opportunity, I will definitely ask Your Highness for advice."
Their country, Yunjin, is a small overseas country, and much of its trade depends on Daqian.
It can even be regarded as a dependent country of Daqian!
Therefore, the prince was naturally respectful to Prince Rong.
Prince Rong just wanted to speak out.
A student from Tianxia Academy stood up.
His face was rough, and it was obvious that he was not from Daqian, but looked like a man from the grassland.
However, he also has a strong bookishness about him, and it is obvious that he has accomplished something in his studies.
"Brother Xu, our academy in the world is the first among all academies. If you want to seek advice, why bother asking Yang Rong for advice? I'm afraid he won't be able to teach you with his meager talent."
As soon as this man spoke, the surrounding comments disappeared.
The atmosphere suddenly became tense.
Because they all knew that the identity of the speaker was Urqi, the second son of Urgan, the current Turkic Khan.
The Turks and Dagan have always been incompatible with each other. They have fought against each other for many years, with victories and defeats for each other.
Tianxia Academy values education without distinction and does not care which country the students come from.
As long as you pass the academic and moral standards, you can enter the academy to study.
certainly.
If you want to learn the profound methods of Tianxia Academy, you still have to go through various tests.
People with special and precious status such as Prince Rong and Wuerqi are just inner court disciples of Tianxia Academy.
At most, you can only learn the humane chapter of "Book of Heavenly Questions". If you want to go a step further and learn the authentic chapter, you have to become a core disciple.
However, core disciples have higher requirements for students' conduct, talents and learning.
Neither Prince Rong nor Ulqi can reach it!
Prince Rong narrowed his eyes and looked at Ulqi:
"Wulqi, you are a foreigner with arrogant thoughts and only know how to kill. What knowledge can you have? If I can't explain the way of saints, how can you Turks be enough? Retreat quickly, don't make fun of others. ”
Wuerqi, however, was not angry at all and smiled:
"Haha, as the saying goes, food is the most important thing for the people, and etiquette is known by having sufficient warehouses. The sages said that food is as important as the sky to the people, because only when they are full can they study and understand. We Turkic people, in order to survive with food, You are struggling all the time, but you call it arrogant. It seems that your knowledge of saints is extremely shallow."
Without waiting for Prince Rong's reply.
His smile gradually turned cold: "On the other hand, you Daqian think you are a great state in heaven, but you are extravagant and licentious, and you feed the common people. In such an environment, how can you understand the way of a saint? Ask yourself, how long has it been since you Daqian had a great scholar? , look at us Turks again, Grand Master Ouyang, Master Shangguan, and Dean Sima, who are not the most knowledgeable scholars in the world? Yang Rong, you are the one who should step down!"
These words were sharp and heart-wrenching.
From the way of a saint, it has risen directly to the national level.
If you don't answer well, you will most likely be ruined.
'This Wuerqi obviously came prepared and deliberately targeted Prince Rong. Li Xuan sat aside, his eyes twinkling slightly.
The rest of the people were even more arrogant and did not dare to express their anger.
Even Ye Qingzhou frowned slightly and said nothing.
As a student of the Master, it was difficult for him to intervene in this kind of issue involving the positions of the two countries.
Prince Rong narrowed his eyes: "Wulqi, you have probably listed all these great Turks, and you dare to bring them out to make a fuss. I remember that Ouyang Hua led an army back then and wanted to make a surprise attack. At Yulong Pass, he was severely defeated by Wei Jingzhong, and then he devoted himself to studying the knowledge of my Dagan. In the final analysis, his great Confucianism was just derived from my Dagan."
It can be seen that Prince Rong is also good at refuting arguments, and he quickly found Ulqi's flaws and fought back.
Most of the surrounding students were from Daqian. After hearing Prince Rong's words, they immediately agreed.
"Yes, our Daqian culture has a long history. How can it be compared to barbarians like you who drink hair and blood?"
"What the Third Highness said is true. I have never lacked great scholars. It's just that the great scholars are all devoted to learning and rarely come out of the world."
"A few great scholars have the nerve to show off."
Wu Erqi listened to the sarcasm around him, his eyes were cold, but he was not angry, and his tone was unusually calm:
"The great Confucians in Daqian say they are concentrating on learning, but unfortunately they don't have any writings. Most of them are just empty talk. Do they still deserve the title of great Confucians?!"
Prince Rong narrowed his eyes:
"Wulqi, the few great Turkic scholars you just listed don't seem to have any works that can be passed down. If you say this, aren't you slapping yourself in the face?!"
Seeing that the atmosphere was tense and he gradually deviated from the topic, Ye Qingzhou stopped him and said:
"Third Highness, Second Prince, tonight we are simply discussing what a saint is. Remember not to mix in personal feelings. Matters between the two countries are not suitable for discussion in such a place."
Ulqi's eyes moved slightly:
"What Junior Brother Ye said is true. However, let me say one more thing. Yang Rong said that I have no writings in the Turks, but I do not agree with his statement. Now, Grand Master Ouyang has joined forces with many great scholars in our Turks to prepare a book. This is a masterpiece, the preface has been written, I wonder if I can tell it?"
Ye Qingzhou nodded slightly: "Senior Brother Wu Erqi, it doesn't matter."
Wu Erqi said: "The four prefaces written by Grand Master Ouyang are: to establish a heart for the world, to establish a destiny for the people, to inherit the unique knowledge of the past saints, and to create peace for all generations!"
boom--
As soon as I finished saying this.
All the students in the audience were shocked.
Everyone looked shocked, feeling a boundless power enveloping themselves.
These four sentences are simply full of charm and can be regarded as the highest ideal pursuit of scholars.
The preface is so great, I really don’t know how shocking the world will be when the real book is finished!
Prince Rao Shirong was an eloquent man, and he fell silent after hearing these four prefaces from Urqi.
The vastness of the pattern and the breadth of the artistic conception of these four prefaces were simply astonishing, and he could not find any refutation at all.
'Good guy, these words sound so familiar. It seems that a Neo-Confucian master in the previous life also said it. It seems that the knowledge in this life and the previous life are also common. '
Li Xuan sat in his seat, his eyes flashing slightly as he listened to Ulqi's words.
This Wuerqi deliberately made trouble, probably just to elicit these words, so as to rectify their Turkic name and at the same time damage the reputation of Dagan.
It is conceivable that these four sentences will be widely publicized soon.
Once Grand Master Ouyang writes a book, it will definitely attract great attention.
This is also a blow to the culture of Daqian.
The two countries are at war, not only in war, but also in culture!
Wuerqi looked around and saw that his words were effective. He smiled secretly and said:
"Going back to the topic we are discussing, the so-called saint not only needs to have qualities that are different from ordinary people, but also needs to have his own knowledge, write books and educate all people. Only then can he be worthy of the word saint."
"I, Grand Master Ouyang of the Turks, have devoted themselves to this over the years. These four prefaces also express his thoughts."
"I don't know if Daqian, the so-called heavenly kingdom, has such a strong cultural origin, and can live up to the words in these four prefaces of Taishi Ouyang, I don't think it is possible. After all, Daqian has declined and declined day by day, and even a little decent He has no writings, let alone making such sage words?”
Prince Rong looked gloomy and wanted to argue, but was unable to do so.
The destructive power of these four sentences is so great that it has almost reached the realm of inner saint and outer king. It can be regarded as a behavioral benchmark for all scholars.
Once you say something wrong, the consequences will be disastrous.
The other students were also speechless. They thought about the theories of various schools, but they could not find any flaws in these four sentences.
They didn't dare to say more, as intellectual disputes always killed people invisible.
If one person is not good, his reputation will be ruined and his reputation will be ruined forever. It is possible!
"Establish a heart for heaven and earth, and establish a destiny for the people..."
Ye Qingzhou chewed these four sentences over and over again, feeling that they were full of charm, but also had an indescribable awkwardness.
Various thoughts collided in his mind, causing his thoughts to fluctuate uncontrollably.
Li Xuan's spirit was so powerful that he naturally noticed something strange about Ye Qingzhou.
Ye Qingzhou is more knowledgeable than everyone present, and because of this, he is more susceptible to the influence of these wise words.
If you have doubts in your heart and cannot refute it, it will affect your literary heart.
Li Xuan thought for a while and felt that Ye Qingzhou had helped him, so he sent a message to remind him:
"Brother Ye, these words are just empty talk. Just listen to it. Don't take it seriously and lose your true heart."
These four sentences may sound reasonable, but in fact they are just the self-impressions of the literati.
There is no way to consider the issue from the standpoint of the common people.
A true saint would never say such self-righteous words as establishing a life for the sake of the people.
As for creating peace for all generations, ordinary people don't care at all.
Therefore, these four sentences are just a high-level label from the standpoint of a literati, which is impossible to argue with.
In fact, it is just empty words, even big words, floating on the surface.
Wuerqi, with his sharp ears and eyesight, actually heard Li Xuan's voice transmission, and his eyes suddenly focused:
"This brother is called Li Xuan, right?"
Swish——
In an instant.
All the eyes of the audience were suddenly focused on Li Xuan.
They didn't hear Li Xuan's voice transmission, and they couldn't figure out why Wuerqi called Li Xuan's name.
'This guy's strength is extraordinary. He can actually capture my voice transmission. '
Li Xuan's eyes flashed slightly.
His current spiritual thoughts are already extremely advanced, and he has truly competed with ghosts and immortals, and he has already developed the bearing of a master.
Therefore, facing Ulqi's sudden inquiry, his expression did not change at all:
"good."
Ulqi snorted coldly:
"You seem to have objections to Taishi Ouyang's four-sentence preface. Don't you think this is what scholars pursue? Can't you afford the words of this sage?!"
He spoke sharply and put himself on the moral high ground from the very beginning, thus criticizing Li Xuan.
Li Xuan met everyone's gaze with a leisurely expression:
"The words of a saint? You think too highly of yourself. A true saint will not say such flashy words as establishing a heart for the world and establishing a destiny for the people. This is nothing more than setting a benchmark for righteousness for yourself. Scholars should ask for it. We should not pursue such illusory things, otherwise it will only lead to arrogance and arrogance."
Ulqi narrowed his eyes:
"Huh, if you don't have a goal in studying, then why study? I think you are just an ignorant person, and you dare to talk nonsense here?!"
The rest of the people couldn't help but look at Li Xuan, thinking that Li Xuan was a bit sensational.
The person in front of them had no reputation at all among their students.
It is indeed inappropriate to openly refute this most holy saying.
When Ye Qingzhou heard Li Xuan's words, he felt like he was enlightened.
Yes, no wonder I feel a little awkward.
It turns out that the problem lies here. These four sentences have too high intentions and are actually unrealistic.
It seems to be in line with the way of a saint, but it is actually far from it.
For a moment.
Ye Qingzhou's thoughts became more and more clear.
When he saw Li Xuan being made things difficult for him, he couldn't help but come to the rescue and said:
"Senior Brother Wuerqi, let's continue discussing what a saint is and don't deviate from the topic."
Wuerqi was unwilling to give up, looked at Li Xuan and said:
"Since you say these four prefaces are flashy, let me ask you, who do you think is worthy of the title of saint?"
Li Xuan looked calm:
"In my heart, everyone can be a saint."
Wow——
One stone stirs up a thousand waves.
Everyone couldn't help but be stunned when they heard Li Xuan's words.
This is simply belittling the way of saints.
If everyone can become a saint, then why do saints remain famous forever? !
Those who say such words will be scorned by literati.
"That's nonsense. If everyone can become a saint, why are there so few saints throughout the ages?!"
Li Xuan said lightly:
"Naturally, not everyone can unite knowledge and action. Sages can standardize their words and deeds, unify knowledge and behavior, and thus understand their minds and nature. If everyone can unite knowledge and action, and study things to achieve knowledge, then everyone All can be sanctified!"
The words fell.
Everyone present was stunned.
This was the first time they heard this concept.
This seems to be more realistic than "establishing a heart for heaven and earth".
However, the truth behind it needs to be slowly appreciated by oneself.
Ulqi looked at the thoughtful expressions of the people around him and squinted his eyes.
He knew that if he didn't say something, the limelight tonight would be completely overshadowed by the person in front of him!
Just when he was thinking about how to refute Li Xuan.
A voice sounded like a warm spring breeze.
"The unity of knowledge and action, the study of things to achieve knowledge, is a very good saying."
The moment the sound rang out.
Everyone felt that their minds were broadened and they seemed to be surrounded by endless literary energy!
(End of chapter)
