The original text and translation of "Showing the Brother Determined" are as follows:

1. The original text is as follows:

He who makes up his mind is the beginning of learning. Where there's a will, there's a way. Since ancient times, heroes have always had extraordinary ambitions. Those who set their ambitions will follow the direction of their heart and the direction of their road. The Master said: "Aspire to the Tao, base yourself on virtue, rely on benevolence, and wander in art." My brother is determined!

2. Translation:

Talking about determination is the beginning of learning. With ambition, things will eventually work out. Since ancient times, outstanding figures have had ambitions that transcend ordinary people. Perhaps ambition is what the heart longs for and what the road is heading towards. Confucius said: "Determine to pursue Tao, rely on virtue, rely on benevolence, and enjoy literature and art." My brother, you should be determined!

3. Explanation:

"Showing Your Brother's Determination" is an essay written by Yang Shen, a writer in the Ming Dynasty. It aims to persuade his younger brother to establish lofty ambitions and work hard to make progress. The article begins by pointing out that determination is the beginning of learning, emphasizing the importance of determination. Since ancient times, countless heroes have had extraordinary ambitions, which is the key to their extraordinary achievements. Yang Shen borrowed the words of Confucius to inspire his younger brother to pursue the Tao, rely on virtue, rely on benevolence, and enjoy literature and art.

In the original text, Yang Shen used concise and clear language to explain the importance of determination. He said: "Those who set their ambitions will follow the direction of their hearts." This sentence means that ambition is the inner guide and the guide for the path of life. With clear ambitions, people can strengthen their beliefs and continue to move forward on the way forward.

In the translation, we have expanded on the original text. We quoted Confucius’ famous sayings about ambition, emphasizing the importance of determination. At the same time, in the translation, we have added explanations of the four terms "Tao, De, Ren, and Yi" in the original text to help readers better understand Yang Shen's views.

Through the expansion of the original text and the translation, we can not only better understand Yang Shen's discussion of determination, but also appreciate the ancients' exploration and pursuit of the path of life. In real life, determination is of great significance to a person's growth and development. Only by setting high aspirations can we move forward courageously in the face of difficulties and challenges and continue to climb to the top of life.