1. If the enemy wants to defend, attack him unprepared; if the enemy wants to form a formation, he will be surprised.

The general idea of ??these two sentences is: if the enemy wants to hold on to his position, choose a weakly defended place to attack; if the enemy wants to raise troops, use unexpected tactics to suddenly attack him.

Source: Zhuge Liang, the prime minister, statesman and military strategist of the Shu Han Dynasty during the Three Kingdoms period, "Zhuge Liang's Collection: Managing the Army"

2. It is difficult to become famous if the corpse is eaten without food.

The general idea of ??these two sentences is: A freeloader who occupies a position in vain and fails to fulfill his duties will hardly gain a good reputation.

Source: Cao Zhi, a litterateur of the Three Kingdoms, "Poems of False Aspirations"

3. Without indifference, one cannot achieve clear aspirations, and without tranquility, one cannot reach far. Without learning, there is no way to expand talents; without ambition, there is no way to achieve learning.

The general idea of ??these sentences is: If you are not clear-minded and have few desires, you cannot make your ambitions clear and firm; if you are not stable and quiet, you cannot realize your lofty ideals and study hard for a long time. If you don't study hard, you won't be able to grow and develop your talents; if you don't have an unwavering will, you won't be able to succeed in school.

Source: Zhuge Liang, prime minister, statesman and military strategist of the Shu Han Dynasty during the Three Kingdoms period, "Book of Commandments"

4. It has been natural for literati to look down on each other since ancient times.

The general idea of ??these two sentences is: literati despise each other, and this has been the case since ancient times. Intellectuals often look down upon each other, either out of self-importance or jealousy of others. This bad habit has existed since ancient times.

Source: Politicians of the Three Kingdoms, Cao Pi, the founding emperor of Wei Dynasty, "Dianlun Essay"

5. The melon fields do not accept shoes, and Li Xia does not wear his crown.

The general meaning of these two sentences is: don't lift your shoes in the melon field, don't trim your hat under the plum tree. If you bend down to lift your shoes in the melon field, you will be suspected of stealing melons; if you raise your hand to straighten your hat under the plum tree, you will be suspected of stealing plums. These two sentences are often used to warn people to avoid suspicion.

Source: "A Gentleman's Journey" by Cao Zhi, a litterateur of the Three Kingdoms

6. There is no end in heaven and earth, and human life is like the morning glow.

The general meaning of these two sentences is: Heaven and earth are eternal and will never have an end. Life is extremely short, just like the morning glow, which is dazzling for a moment and disappears in an instant. Therefore, we must cherish life and in the short moment, Try to live out your own meaning.

Source: Cao Zhi, a litterateur of the Three Kingdoms

7. Although the cane in the capital is sweet, the staff will break; although the clever words are beautiful, they will be destroyed if used.

The general idea of ??these sentences is: Although the thick sugar cane tastes sweet, if it is used as a cane, it will break. Must fail.

Source: Cao Zhi, a litterateur of the Three Kingdoms, "Poems of False Aspirations"

8. Gaining people brings peace, losing people brings danger.

The general idea of ??these two sentences is: Those who gain talents are safe, and those who lose talents are in danger. These two sentences can be used to explain that the most important thing for national security is winning people.

Source: "Two Poems of Autumn Hu Xing" by Cao Pi, the statesman of the Three Kingdoms and the founding emperor of Cao Wei.

9. A gentleman cultivates morality and does not change his moral character because of difficulties.

The general idea of ??these two sentences is: A gentleman cultivates his morality, establishes his integrity, and does not change his ambitions and integrity because of embarrassment.

Source: Wang Su, a Confucian scholar of the Wei Dynasty in the Three Kingdoms, "Confucius's Family Words·Zi Chen"

10. The top is in vain and the bottom is reversed.

The general idea of ??these two sentences is: if the top is not straight, the bottom will be crooked; if the top is chaotic, the bottom will be rebellious. It shows that the ruler is not good, and the ministers below will follow his example. Therefore, those in positions of authority must lead by example.

Source: Zhuge Liang, prime minister, statesman and military strategist of the Shu Han Dynasty during the Three Kingdoms period, "Sixteen Cheap Strategies·Monarchs and Ministers"

11. If the trees are beautiful in the forest, the wind will destroy them; If you are on the shore, the current will be turbulent; if you walk higher than others, the crowd will not follow you.

The general idea of ??these sentences is: if a tree is high in the woods, it will be destroyed by the strong wind first; if a mound of soil protrudes from the embankment, it will be washed away by the rapids first; if the character is higher than others, it will be destroyed by the secular world. slander.

Source: "The Theory of Destiny" by Li Kang, a litterateur of the Wei Dynasty during the Three Kingdoms period

12. Without learning, there is no way to expand talents, and without ambition, there is no way to achieve learning.

The general idea of ??these two sentences is: without learning, there is no way to increase talents; without determination, there is no way to achieve academic success.

Source: Zhuge Liang, the prime minister, statesman and military strategist of the Shu Han Dynasty during the Three Kingdoms period, "The Collection of Zhuge Liang·Book of Commandments"

13. Be noble but not arrogant, win but not rely on it, be virtuous but capable Down, strong and tolerant.

The general idea of ??these sentences is: as a general, one should be wealthy but not proud, win battles but not conceited, have talent but be courteous to virtuous officers, be upright, strong but able to endure.

Source: Zhuge Liang, the prime minister, statesman and military strategist of the Shu Han Dynasty during the Three Kingdoms period, "Generals"

14. Gou Quan lives in troubled times and does not seek to learn from the princes. ?Collection of Famous Sayings of the Three Kingdoms

The general idea of ??these two sentences is: In this era of war, I only hope to survive and do not seek to become an official among the princes.

Source: Zhuge Liang, the prime minister, statesman and military strategist of the Shu Han Dynasty during the Three Kingdoms period, "Execution Model"

15. Bow and do your best, and die.

The general meaning of these two sentences is: Be careful and do your best until you die.

Source: Zhuge Liang, prime minister, statesman and military strategist of the Shu Han Dynasty during the Three Kingdoms period, "The Later Discipline"