1. "Buju" by Qu Yuan of Chu in the Warring States Period: The ruler is shorter and the inch is longer

Translation: Although the ruler is longer than the inch, it also has its shortcomings; Although the inch is shorter than the ruler, it also has its advantages. This sentence means that everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses. We must be good at taking advantage of others and making up for our own shortcomings.

2. Song Dynasty Lu Dian's "Piya" 13: "Plum blossoms are better than fragrance, and peach blossoms are better than color."

Translation: Plum blossoms are good for their fragrance, and peach blossoms are good for them. Bright color.

3. "Zi Zhi Tong Jian" written by Sima Qian of the Han Dynasty states that those who are smart and clear should avoid interruption; those who are calm and comfortable should avoid being late; those who are broad-minded and ambitious should avoid forgetting

Translation : Because wise and prudent people need to be wary of indecision, while the warning of tranquility and comfort is behind it, the warning of broad-mindedness is often forgotten.

4. Song Dynasty Dai Fuzhu's "Report on the Interest": "Gold has no color, and white jade has slight flaws. Ask for help but not for preparation."

Translation: Gold is not necessarily this Depending on the color, there will be flaws on the white jade. The requester does not seek perfection.

5. Western Han Dynasty Dai Sheng's "Book of Rites" "Flaws cannot cover up excellence, and excellence cannot cover up flaws."

Translation: Although there are flaws, they cannot cover up the brilliance of beautiful jade. Although jade is beautiful, its flaws cannot be ignored.