Is this Xiao Rui? Why do you feel that you look a little old?
"Master Meng once said that it is better to have no books at all than to believe in all the books. Therefore, we cannot trust all the books we read..."
Li Chengqian raised his hand and asked: "Sir, the words of the saints are the truth of the ages. If we don't believe it, wouldn't we make arbitrary judgments about right and wrong?"
Feng Zhidai outside the window couldn't help but sneered, causing the three people in the class to turn their heads and pay attention.
Seeing that he had no intention of interfering, Zhao Deyan explained to Li Chengqian in a loud voice: "No! Master Meng's intention is not to study hard and not to be rigid. The words of the saints are really unchanging through the ages, right? But that may not be the case. "
"For example, you have all read the book "The Analects of Confucius". Who can tell me the origin of this book?"
Yang Zhengdao stood up and replied: "The Analects of Confucius is a collection of quotations compiled by Confucius's disciples and subsequent disciples, recording the words and deeds of Confucius and his disciples. It was written in the early Warring States Period."
Zhao Deyan nodded and said: "Yes. So what was the purpose of the words and deeds of Confucius and his disciples at that time?"
Yang Zhengdao and Li Chengqian looked at each other, thought for a moment, and Yang Zhengdao stood up and answered: "Confucius served as an official, a scholar, and taught and educated people throughout his life. His words and deeds... should be to solve problems, Or preach and clear up doubts.”
Feng Zhidai outside the window nodded and glanced appreciatively at the boy who answered the question.
Zhao Deyan asked again: "Li Chengqian, tell me, was the situation in the world during the Warring States Period when Confucius lived the same as the current Tang Dynasty?"
Li Chengqian shook his head, "It's different. In the era when Saint Kong lived, the world was in chaos and war was endless. Almost all the schools and sages at that time spent their lives exploring a way to save the world, hoping to end the troubled times."
"Until Qin destroyed the six kingdoms, the world was unified. Now the Tang Dynasty is a unified dynasty, which is different from the era of Sage Kong."
Feng Zhidai at the window also nodded appreciatively, thinking that these two children were very knowledgeable.
Zhao Deyan smiled, "Yes! The world has changed with great changes. Confucius's words and deeds may be of some use during the Warring States Period, but they may not be used to solve current problems."
"This is an example. Master Meng said: It is better to have no books than to believe in books, and this is also what he meant. You must learn and apply it flexibly. The knowledge that can solve current problems is the best. You cannot just study and copy the ancients."
The two students saluted in unison, "Student, I understand. Thank you sir for your teaching."
Feng Zhidai, who was outside the window, walked in with a smile, "It seems that what you just said may not be all right. Confucius's words and deeds, let alone today, even in his time, it seems that they can't solve any problems. If If it is really useful, how can troubled times last for hundreds of years? Saint Kong was not popular throughout his life, and he was not respected as a saint until long after his death."
oh? ? ?
Zhao Deyan was slightly surprised and looked at the handsome young man in front of him, "Young man, who are you? Be careful what you say. Ninety percent of the scholars in the world today are descendants of Confucianism. It is a bit dangerous for you to talk about Saint Kong like this."
Feng Zhidai raised his eyebrows and asked jokingly: "What? Are you a Confucian disciple, sir?"
Zhao Deyan asked: "What do you think?"
Feng Zhidai laughed loudly and said: "I don't think so. Although the gentleman is talking about Confucianism and Mencius, there is no respect for the two sages of Confucius and Mencius in his words and deeds. Instead, he criticizes truthfully, which is very different from the Confucian scholars of the day. Next I would venture to guess that you are one of the 10% out of the 90% of scholars."
"Interesting! Really interesting." Zhao Deyan nodded appreciatively and looked at the other person again, "Coming from the south? Could it be Feng Zhidai from Lingnan who is ranked fifth in the world?"
puff……
What's going on? I didn't introduce myself, how could he recognize me at a glance?
"Sir, do you recognize me?"
Zhao Deyan shook his head, "I guessed it. Haha, it seems I guessed it right. Second son of the Feng family in Lingnan, why did you come to Chang'an? And you can still find it here?"
Feng Zhidai stopped joking and asked curiously: "I wonder who you are, sir?"
"How about you take a guess?" Zhao Deyan started taking the exam.
Feng Zhidai looked at him for a long time, his head hurt from thinking about it, and he gave up reluctantly, "I'm sorry, I don't have the discernment to recognize people. I originally thought it was the champion Hou Xiaorui, but judging by his age, he probably doesn't match up."
What kind of discernment knows people?
Zhao Deyan couldn't help laughing, "It's not that complicated. You are not dressed as a poor person, you must be from a noble family. Your body shape is southern, your accent is Lingnan accent, and looking at your age...it's not difficult to guess."
Feng Zhidai cupped his hands and said, "I've learned a lesson. But there are so many talented people in Lingnan, why can you guess it's Feng Zhidai?"
"Because this Xiaojiazhuang is not something anyone can come in if they want. Without permission from above, not even a fly can get close to this village."
"But that's not right. I met many people along the way, and they all enthusiastically gave me directions. There were no checkpoints or checks."
"Hahahaha, those enthusiastic people are just for interrogation. If you don't find out your identity and purpose of coming, you won't be able to get here."
puff……
Feng Zhidai was stunned. He felt that his outlook on life was completely ruined. The enthusiastic old farmers, woodcutters, and even children who showed the way...
"Is there any secret in this Xiaojiazhuang? Why is it so tightly guarded?"
Zhao Deyan explained patiently: "There are no secrets in Xiaojiazhuang. Those are all to protect the champion. Turk Jieli sent someone to assassinate him, and something almost happened. In order to prevent another accident, we have been more cautious on defense."
"Tell me why you're here. If you're looking for Xiao Rui, it's unfortunate that he's been away from home for the past two days."
Feng Zhidai was a little disappointed. How could he just miss it?
But after taking a look at the gentleman in front of him, he felt that he was not in vain, "I came to Chang'an for the first time and wanted to see the champion's style. I didn't expect to miss it. May I ask who you are sir? Is he the teacher of the champion?"
Several people present couldn't help but burst out laughing, holding their stomachs. Zhao Deyan waved his hands quickly, "How am I qualified to be his teacher? He is just about as good as my teacher. My name is Zhao Deyan, and I am Xiao Rui's defeated general. Now I am being He hired him as a private school teacher."
Zhao Deyan? But the Turkic military advisor Zhao Deyan, who is known as the first wise man of the Turks? No wonder he has such talent.
Feng Zhidai cupped his hands and said, "It turns out to be Mr. Zhao. I've heard of his name for a long time, so I feel disrespectful and disrespectful. You are the first wise man in the Turks, and the champion is known as the most talented man in the Tang Dynasty. In terms of status, they should be about the same. Are you being humble?" "
modesty?
Zhao Deyan showed a helpless smile. At this moment, he understood Feng Zhidai's intention. He was dissatisfied with Xiao Rui. Haha, there is one person who is not convinced.
"If I read correctly, Mr. Feng is here to challenge the champion, right?"
"Haha, I don't dare, it's just a discussion and exchange."
"Hahahaha, there is no need to be humble, young people should have some passion and fighting spirit. At first, I was the same, I was very dissatisfied with Xiao Rui, but in the end, after losing again and again, I had no choice but to admit it. I really hope that someone can beat him once .I wonder what you want to challenge him for?"
"It is said that the champion is a master of both civil and military arts, as well as poetry and writing. My martial arts skills are mediocre, so I can only compare poetry and writing."
puff……
Zhao Deyan looked at him strangely and said, "Master Feng, you should compete with him in martial arts."
