Short stories of famous quotes: Don’t be ashamed to ask for advice

Definition: Don’t be ashamed to ask for advice from people with lower knowledge or status than yourself.

During the Spring and Autumn Period, there was a man named Kong Yu in the State of Wei, who was diligent, studious, and very humble. After his death, the monarch of Wei State gave him the title of "Wenzi" in order to commend him and let future generations learn from his studious spirit. Therefore, people later called him "Kong Wenzi" respectfully.

Confucius had a student named Zigong, who was also from Wei. He thought that Kong Yu was not as popular as people said, and calling him "Kong Wenzi" seemed to be a bit overrated. He thought about it and felt that he couldn't understand it, so he went to Confucius for advice.

Zigong said: "That Confucius Wenzi is not that great, why should we give him the title of 'Wen'?

Confucius replied: "Kong Yu is smart, studious, and brave. It is very remarkable to humbly ask for advice from people whose status and knowledge are inferior to one's own without feeling ashamed, so he should be given the title of 'literary'. ?

When Zigong heard what Confucius said, he suddenly realized and felt convinced.