Chuang Tzu's eloquence in speech: skillfully talking about three swords and prospering the country with one word

庄子演讲口才：巧论三剑，一言兴邦

Chuang Tzu, a master of philosophy, is an important pillar of Chinese culture.

----Zhuge Changqing

In Chinese culture, there are many pillars.

Chuang Tzu is one of the outstanding pillars.

Chuang Tzu, named Zhou, was born in Song Dynasty. He was a famous thinker, philosopher and litterateur in the middle of the Eastern Zhou Dynasty and the Warring States Period, and one of the main representatives of the Taoist school. The formation of an important Chinese philosophical school "Zhuang Xue".

Zhuangzi is one of the most important philosophical thoughts in ancient China.

Zhuang Zhou was not appointed by the same ancestor of King Wei of Chu because of advocating freedom. He was only a local lacqueryard official of the Song Dynasty in his life. He was known as the "proud lacqueryard official" in history and was known as the model of local officials.

Zhuangzi was the first to put forward the idea of "inner sage and outer king", which had a profound impact on Confucianism; Chuang Tzu understood the theory of Yi and pointed out that "Yi" is based on Yin and Yang; Zhuangzi's thought of "three sounds" is consistent with the way of three talents in the Book of Changes. His representative works are "Chuang Tzu", among which the famous works are "Happy Journey", "Qi Wu Lun" and so on.

It is suggested that those who are destined to see the essence of Zhuangzi's thought, also called the South China Sutra. Zhuge Changqing believed that we should learn Chuang Tzu's spirit of "detached and calm thinking" and his speech skills of "three-dimensional thinking, good at telling stories by analogy".

Here, Zhuge Changqing shares a short story of Chuang Tzu's "skillful discussion of three swords, and one word of rejuvenation", Chuang Tzu's eloquence: skillful discussion of three swords, and one word of rejuvenation.

Zhuge Changqing believes that this story is short but profound and thought-provoking.

In the story, Chuang Tzu used the theory of "the sword of the emperor, the sword of the marquis, and the sword of the commoner" to make King Wen of Zhao think deeply and stop the cruel swordsman competition. It can be said that "a three-inch tongue can equal a million soldiers".

Chuang Tzu's "three swords" theory is also worthy of our in-depth consideration.

Yes, what kind of sword should we choose on the way of life?

Chuang Tzu, you are really sage! It's really an example for our generation to follow!

Speaking of the Warring States Period, King Wen of Zhao of the State of Zhao was particularly fond of swordsmanship.

The swordsmen who fell in love with him came to offer their skills in succession, so that there were as many as 3000 swordsmen around the palace gate. They fought against each other day and night in front of King Wen of Zhao. The number of people killed and injured each year is hundreds, but King Wen of Zhao is still interested and good. As a result, the trend of advocating swordsmanship among the people flourished, the Xiake swarmed, the number of idlers increased, the number of cultivators decreased, the countryside was deserted, and the national strength declined.

Other vassal states intended to take this opportunity to attack the State of Zhao.

The prince Zhao Xuan was worried about this, and called the ministers around him to discuss: "If this goes on, the country will be destroyed and ruled by other countries. If any of the ministers can not only please the king, but also stop the swordsmen fighting, I will reward thousands of gold."

The left and right said in unison, "Chuang Tzu can take this responsibility." The prince asked, "Who is Chuang Tzu?" A minister replied, "Chuang Tzu is a hermit. He is capable of governing the country, he can defend the country, his argument can bring the dead back to life, and his words can shake the earth. If you can invite him to come, you will obey the king's wishes and save the people from fire and water." So the prince sent an envoy to invite Chuang Tzu with thousands of gold.

When Chuang Tzu saw the envoy, he heard his intention and said, "Why is this difficult? It is worth a thousand gold?" He refused to accept a thousand gold, and went to see the prince with the envoy, The prince asked: "The prince gave me the gift of Zhuang Zhou's thousand gold. I don't know what to say?" The prince said: "It is said that the prince wants to use my Chuang Tzu because he wants to abandon the king's habit. If the minister tries to persuade the king and disobeys the king's will, then I will also be punished and die. What is the use of the money? If the minister can not only please the king, but also satisfy the prince, why should I ask for it in the state of Zhao?"

Three days later, Chuang Tzu came to see the prince in Confucian clothes. The prince took him to see King Wen of Zhao.

King Wen's long sword is drawn from its sheath, and the sword is white. Chuang Tzu is dignified and looks bleak. When you enter the temple door, you don't follow me. When you see the king, you don't worship. The king said, "The prince introduced you. What do you want to teach me?" Chuang Tzu said, "I heard that the king is good at swordsmanship, so I paid a special visit to the king with swordsmanship." The king said, "What are your special skills in swordsmanship?"

Chuang Tzu said, "My sword is extremely sharp, and my sword skill is unparalleled in the world. Kill one person in ten steps, and leave no trace for thousands of miles."

King Wen listened and was greatly appreciative. He said, "The world is invincible!"

Tao: "I am good at sword dancing. I want to show my weakness, open it to benefit, and then to develop it. I hope the king will give me a chance to try it." Wang Wen said: "Sir, take a few days off and wait for me at the restaurant. After I have arranged, I will ask you to compete with me." So King Wen Zhao chose the best players by comparing swords. For seven days in a row, more than 60 people were killed and injured, and five or six were outstanding. Let them hold swords and wait for your highness, and ask Chuang Tzu to fight. Chuang Tzu was glad to come, and King Wen of Zhao ordered: "These six people are experts. I hope you can show your skills and try your skills." Chuang Tzu replied: "I hope so long!"

King Wen of Zhao asked, "What kind of sword do you want to hold? What is the length?"

Chuang Tzu replied, "I can hold any sword. But I have three swords, which are specially used by the king. Please allow me to speak before trying." The king nodded and said, "What do you want to hear about the three swords?"

Chuang Tzu said, "These three swords are the sword of the emperor, the sword of the marquis and the sword of the commoner."

The king asked curiously, "What is the sword of the Son of Heaven?"

Chuang Tzu said: "The sword of the Son of Heaven, with Yanxi and Shicheng as the front, Qi and Taishan as the shock, with Jin and Wei as the back, Zhou and Song as the head, Korea and Wei as the handle, wrapped in the four barbarians, wrapped in four seasons, surrounded by the sea, tied to Mount Heng, made of five elements, on the basis of punishment and virtue, opened with Yin and Yang, held in spring and summer, and moved in autumn and winter. The sword is straight, lifted, pressed, and waved. It is clear of the clouds, and down to the Jedi dimension. At this moment, Kuang The dukes are powerful and powerful, and they are virtuous. This is what I call the Son of Heaven Sword. "

After listening, King Wen felt lost. Then he asked, "What is the sword of princes?"

Chuang Tzu said: "The swords of the princes take the wise and brave as the front, the honest and honest as the shock, the virtuous as the back, the loyal and saintly as the head, and the heroic as the handle. The swords are straight and don't see the front, the lift and the press, and the swing can't see the side. The upper effect is to follow the round sky, to follow the three lights; the lower effect is to follow the four times; the lower effect is to neutralize the public opinion, and to ensure the peace of the four villages. The use of the swords is like the shock of thunder, and within the four seas, everyone is obedient and obedient to you Life. This is the vassal sword. " King Wen listened and nodded frequently.

King Wen then asked, "What about the sword of commoners?" Chuang Tzu said: "The sword of the common people is held by those with thick eyebrows and long beards. Their clothes are long in front and short in back, their eyes are flashing with anger, and their words are vulgar. They cut their necks up and stab their liver and lungs down before the king. This common people's sword is no different from fighting cocks, but it is useless for national affairs if they are careless. Now the king is good at the sword of the common people when he is in the position of the king of heaven. I am deeply sorry for the king!" King Zhao Wen listened, Get up immediately and take Chuang Tzu to the hall with both hands. Ask the cook to kill chickens and sheep, and treat Chuang Tzu with good wine and dishes. King Wen of Zhao walked around the table three times. When Chuang Tzu saw it, he said, "Please sit down and be calm, my lord. The matter of my sword has been played." King Wen sat down and pondered for a long time.

King Wen of Zhao did not leave the palace in March after hearing Chuang Tzu talk about three swords. Since then, he has given up the pain of sword and devoted himself to governing the country. Those swordsmen felt that there was no future for them. They were worried and soon fled or committed suicide. (This article refers to Zhuangzi's network data)

Zhuge Changqing: We Chinese people today should take action, learn Chinese culture, inherit Chinese culture, and let Chinese culture pass on from generation to generation and shine!!

庄子，一代哲学大师，中华文化的重要支柱。

---- 诸葛长青

   在中国文化中，有许多栋梁支柱。

   庄子是其中一位杰出的栋梁支柱。

   庄子，名周，宋国人。他是东周战国中期著名的思想家、哲学家和文学家，为道家学派的主要代表人物之一。形成了华夏重要的哲学学派“庄学”。

   庄学是中国古代最重要的哲学思想之一。
   庄周因崇尚自由而不应同宗的楚威王之聘，生平只做过宋国地方漆园吏，史称“漆园傲吏”，被誉为地方官吏之楷模。

   庄子最早提出“内圣外王思想”对儒家影响深远；庄子洞悉易理，深刻指出“《易》以道阴阳”；庄子“三籁”思想与《易经》三才之道相合。他的代表作品为《庄子》，其中的名篇有《逍遥游》、《齐物论》等。

     建议有缘者看看庄子思想精华《庄子》，也叫《南华经》。诸葛长青认为，我们学习庄子，重点学习庄子“超然物外、冷静思考”的精神以及“立体思维、善于比喻讲故事”的演讲技巧。

   这里，诸葛长青和有缘者分享一个庄子“巧论三剑，一言兴邦”小故事《庄子演讲口才：巧论三剑，一言兴邦》。

   诸葛长青认为，这个故事短小却意义深远、发人深省。

   故事中，庄子用“天子剑、诸侯剑、庶人剑”三剑之论，兵不血刃，让赵文王深入思考，停止了残酷的侠客比武。真可谓是“三寸之舌可以抵百万雄兵”。

   庄子提出的三剑妙论，也是值得我们深入思考。

   是啊，人生路上，我们要选择什么样的剑呢？

   庄子，真乃圣贤也！真乃我辈学习榜样也！  

    话说战国时代，赵国的赵文王特别喜欢剑术。

   投其所好的剑士们纷纷前来献技，以至宫门左右的剑士达三千人之多。他们日夜在赵文王面前相互拚杀。每年为此而死伤的人数以百计，但赵文王仍兴趣不减、好之不厌。于是，民间尚剑之风大盛，侠客蜂起，游手好闲之徒日众，耕田之人日益减少，田园荒芜，国力渐衰。

   其他诸侯国意欲乘此机会攻打赵国。
   太子赵悝为此忧虑不已，召集左右大臣商量道：“如此下去，必将国破家亡，为别国所制。诸位大臣中，如有既能悦大王之意，又能止剑士相斗者？吾将赏赐千金。”

   左右异口同声说：”庄子可担此任。”太子问：“庄子是什么人？”一大臣答：“庄子是个隐士。其才足可经邦，其能足可纬国，其辩可以起死回生，其说可以惊天动地。如能请他前来，定能顺大王之意，又能救民于水火。”于是，太子便派使者带上千金去请庄子。
   庄子见了使者，听明来意，说道：“此事何难，竟值千金之赏？”坚辞不收千金，而偕使者一道去见太子，问太子道：“太子赐我庄周千金大礼，不知有何指教？”太子道：“闻先生神明，特奉上千金作为您的学生们一路上来的开销。先生不收下，我赵悝还敢说什么呢？”庄子说：“听说太子想要用我庄子的地方，是欲绝弃大王的癖好。倘若臣上劝大王而逆大王之意。则下有负太子，我也会受刑而死，要千金何用？假使臣既能上讨大王之欢心，下又使太子称心，我在赵国何求而不得呢？”
   三天后，庄子身穿儒服来见太子。太子便带他去见赵文王。

   文王长剑出鞘，白刃相待。庄子气宇轩昂，神色萧然。入殿门不趋，见大王不拜。大王道：“太子介绍您来，欲以什么教给寡人？”庄子道：“臣闻大王好剑，故特以剑术拜见大王。”王说：“您的剑术有何特长？”

    庄子说：“臣之利剑锋利无比，臣之剑技天下无双，十步杀一人，千里不留行。”

   文王听了，大为欣赏，赞道：“天下无敌矣！”

   道：“夫善舞剑者，示之以虚，开之以利，后之以发，先之以至。愿大王给机会，让我得以一试。”文王道：“先生且休息几天，在馆舍待命，等我安排好后，再请先生献技比剑。”于是，赵文王以比剑选择高手，连赛七天，死伤者六十余人，得五、六位佼佼者。便让他们持剑恭候于殿下，请庄子来一决雌雄。庄子欣然前来，赵文王下令：“此六人都是高手，望您大显身手，一试锋芒。”庄子答道：“盼望好久了！”
    赵文王问：“不知先生要持什么样的剑？长短何如？”

    庄子答：“臣持什么剑都可以。不过臣有三剑，专为大王所用。请允许我先言后试。”大王点头，道：“愿闻三剑究竟何样？”

    庄子道：“此三剑分别是：天子剑、诸侯剑、庶人剑。”

   大王好奇相问：“天子之剑何样？”

   庄子道：“天子之剑，以燕溪、石城为锋，齐国、泰山为愕，以晋、卫两国为背,以周、宋两国为首，以韩、魏两国为把，包以四夷，裹以四时、绕以勃海，系以恒山，制以五行，论以刑德，开以阴阳，持以春夏，行以秋冬。此剑直之无前，举之无上，按之无下，挥之无旁。上决浮云，下绝地维。此刻一出，匡正诸侯，威加四海，德服天下。此即我所谓天子剑也。”
   文王听后，茫然若失。又问：“诸侯之剑何如？”

   庄子道：“诸侯之剑，以智勇之士为锋，以清廉之士为愕，以贤良之士为背，以忠圣之士为首，以豪杰之士为把。此剑直之亦不见前，举之亦不见上，按之亦不见下，挥之亦不见旁。上效法圆天，以顺三光；下效法方地，以顺四时；中和民意，以安四乡。此剑一用，如雷霆之震动，四海之内，无不宾服而听从君命。此乃诸侯剑也。”文王听了，频频点头。
   文王接着问：“庶人之剑又如何？”庄子道：“庶人之剑，蓬头突鬓垂冠，浓眉长须者所持也。他们衣服前长后短，双目怒光闪闪，出语粗俗不堪，相击于大王之前，上斩脖颈，下刺肝肺。此庶人之比剑，无异于斗鸡，─旦不慎，命丧黄泉，于国事无补。今大王坐天子之位却好庶人之剑，臣窃为大王深感遗憾！”赵文王听了，马上起身牵庄子双手上殿。命厨师杀鸡宰羊，好酒好菜款待庄子。赵文王绕桌三圈。庄子见了，道：“大王且请安坐定气，臣剑事已奏完毕了。”文王坐下，沉思良久。
   赵文王自听庄子畅论三剑后，三月未出宫门。自此戒绝好剑之痛，一心治理国家。那些剑土自觉再无出头之日，个个心怀忧惧，不久都纷纷逃散或自杀了。（本文参考庄子网络资料）

     诸葛长青：我们今日中华儿女，都要行动起来，学习中华文化，传承中华文化，让中华文化代代相传、大放异彩！！

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Introduction to Zhuge Changqing: Zhuge Changqing, the inheritor and promoter of traditional Chinese culture, is willing to "learn from sages, promote virtue, revitalize China and benefit the world" together with people with the same ideals in the world.

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Zhuge Changqing's Chinese Dream

Learn from sages and carry forward virtue

Revitalizing China for the benefit of the world

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诸葛长青简介：诸葛长青，中国国学传统文化传承弘扬者，愿与天下志同道合者一起“学习圣贤、弘扬善德、振兴中华、造福世界”。

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