1. The waterway is tortuous, and those who stand on the shore are fascinated by it. The chess game is won or lost, and the players are confused and the spectators are judged. Non-wisdom has light and shade, and Gaijing can watch the movement. People can not be confused by interests, then things go forward, just like one or two, so a gentleman keeps his heart calm. -Zeng Guofan

2. Those who have a good reputation often slander others; Those who are grateful to the city often take people away. It is also dangerous. -Zeng Guofan

3. He who is famous for his service will harm his health, and he who has more money will suffer later. Those who report good and evil are not bound by heaven, but want to become gentlemen and destroy villains. The heaven and the earth bring misfortune, so love also. Such as thunderstorm, snow and frost, all want to generate everything. Therefore, the gentleman is afraid and fearful, and the villain is lucky and careless. If you are afraid of its disaster, you will be blessed, and if you ignore its blessing, you will be in trouble. There is no way to preach the so-called misfortune, but people call it. -Zeng Guofan

4. Benevolence is not as good as sincerity of kindness, and it is not as good as profit from the distance. Benevolence is either lost in lip service, benefit from proximity or appeasement. -Zeng Guofan

5. Women are jealous of the room, and scholars are jealous of the DPRK, which is also common in ancient and modern times. If you don't have the heart of greed and honor, why are you jealous? -Zeng Guofan