Laozi: Good is like stopping water, which does not strive for fame and fortune and benefits everything. It means: the highest state of good deeds, like the nature of water, does not strive for fame and fortune, and is favored by all things.
Laozi, the founder and philosopher of Taoism in pre-Qin China, praised "goodness as water". It means that the best character of human beings should be water.
It seems puzzling at first glance, but if you chew it carefully, you can appreciate its profound and subtle meaning. What does water inspire us?
First, the water flows downwards.
It inspires us to be human beings, especially those who hold certain powers, to take a long-term view, always pay attention to the vital interests of the grassroots, especially those who don't even have enough food and clothing, put themselves in their shoes, solve problems for them, and let them get rid of poverty and step into a well-off society as soon as possible.
Secondly, there is no dispute about dissolving everything in water.
Water and Qian Qian's 10,000 kinds of substances are integrated into one, which constitute indispensable substances in people's lives, such as tea, potions and ink. Among these substances, water ranks second.
However, if there is no water, will these teas, potions and inks still exist? This indisputable virtue of water inspires us to strive for fame and gain, and to embody personal value in silent dedication.
Third, water goes with the flow.
Water can survive tenaciously, whether in cracks or swamps. Even if it is just a drop of dew, it will smile at the sunrise and shine.
This open-minded and tenacious spirit of water inspires us to live and work in peace and contentment, do our duty, have a little enthusiasm and a little light even in a difficult environment.
Fourth, water freezes when it is cold.
The change of three states (solid, liquid and gas) of water reflects the great elasticity of water.
Especially when water freezes when it is cold, it inspires us that the more difficult it is, the more we should strengthen cohesion and centripetal force, unite as one and unite sincerely. Only in this way can we overcome difficulties and win.
Fifth, the water quality is transparent and crystal clear.
This unique feature of water inspires us to be open and honest. "Honest people, honest people", unpredictable people, it is difficult to find intimate friends and good friends. We want to be a pure person like water, lead an honest and clean life, and keep healthy forever.
Sixth, the fairness of water.
Water is the fairest, and a slight tilt will destroy the water surface. Therefore, we often hope that those in power "have a bowl of water." Fairness and justice are the fundamental embodiment of social civilization and progress, and also the basic standard for us to be human and do things. Only "a bowl of water is flat" can win the hearts of the people.
The water is extensive and profound.
There are still many inspirations for us, such as "dripping water wears away the stone", which encourages us to persevere in the pursuit of our cause; "Thousands of rivers return to the sea" inspires us that once we have a goal, we must have the courage to forge ahead and the firm and persistent spirit; "All rivers run into the sea, all rivers run into the sea" inspires us to have great tolerance and broad mind. The revelation of water is so rich and extensive that it is no wonder that the sages have to praise "being as good as water"!
"Good as water" is our motto.