Idiom stories are part of our country’s history. Idioms are the accumulation of history. Behind every idiom there is a story with far-reaching meaning, which is the crystallization of the wisdom of our people over thousands of years. Below is a collection of stories that I have collected and compiled, I hope you all like them. Idiom Story of Advice That Is Hard to Ear Part 1
Definition
Advice often does not suit one's own thoughts and cannot be heard. Harsh: unpleasant to the ears, unpleasant to the ear.
Source
"Historical Records·Liuhou Family": "True words are unpleasant to the ear and beneficial to action; good medicine is bitter to the mouth and beneficial to the disease."
Story
A.D. In 207 BC, Liu Bang invaded Guanzhong. Prince Ying of Qin felt that he could not resist, so he surrendered to Liu Bang. So Liu Bang entered the Qin Palace to take a closer look. The Qin Palace has countless treasures and beautiful women. When Liu Bang saw these, he was overjoyed and wanted to enjoy them all.
Fan Kuai was Liu Bang's subordinate. When he saw Liu Bang lingering in the Qin Palace, he asked him if he wanted to be a rich man or to occupy the world. Liu Bang was a man with great ambitions, and he said happily: "Of course I want to conquer the world when I raise troops to eliminate violence."
Fan Kuai said sincerely: "Why did the Qin Dynasty perish? The root cause was the Qin Palace. The beauties and treasures in the world. If you want to seize the world, please return to Ba Shang quickly, and you must not follow the old example of the Qin Dynasty king." Liu Bang felt that Fan Kuai's words were not pleasant, so he remained silent.
Counselor Zhang Liang said to Liu Bang: "The King of Qin is fatuous and greedy for enjoyment. Only then did the people rise up to resist and then you could enter Guanzhong. Now that you are destroying the violent Qin for the people of the world, you should establish a good image and be a good example." Frugal people. But if you want to enjoy wealth and beauty as soon as you enter the Qin Palace, won't you let the people down?
"Although the words of loyalty and integrity are not pleasing to people's ears, they are good for you!" Action is very beneficial; good medicine is always bitter, but it is very effective in curing diseases. Fan Kuai has a straightforward temper and does not mince words, but he is loyal to you! I hope you will listen to Fan Kuai’s advice! "
Liu Bang thought that for the sake of the overall situation, it would be better to withdraw from the Qin Palace. After occupying the world, it would not be too late to slowly enjoy the beauties and treasures. Thinking of this, he followed Zhang Liang's advice and left the Qin Palace. Palace. He issued an order to seal the palace and close the palace gates. No one was allowed to touch the treasures of the Qin Palace. After passing the order, Liu Bang returned to Ba Shang and thought that Liu Bang did not like treasures and beauty. He is a frugal person, and everyone respects him very much. Idiom Story 2: Loyalty is Harsh to the Ear
Pinyin: zhōng yán nì ěr
Explanation: Harsh to the Ear. : Not pleasant to the ears. Honest advice may sound unpleasant, but it is helpful in correcting shortcomings and mistakes.
Synonyms: Good medicine tastes bitter, flat talk
Antonyms: Sweet words, sweet words
Afterword: Duke Yu did not listen to Gong Zhiqi’s dissuasion
Idiom story:
Wei Zheng was born in a humble family, was lonely and poor when he was young, and once became a Taoist priest. He liked to read and was diligent. He studied ancient books and was very knowledgeable. At the end of the Sui Dynasty, Wei Zheng participated in the uprising against the tyranny of the Sui Dynasty. Later, he joined the Tang Dynasty founded by Tang Gaozu Li Yuan and worked for the prince Li Jiancheng. Because of Wei Zheng's talents, he was highly regarded by the prince. Later, Li Shimin, the second son of Emperor Gaozu of Tang Dynasty, launched the "Xuanwu Gate Rebellion" and killed his brother Li Jiancheng. The young and keen Li Shimin knew that Wei Zheng was a talent, so he summoned him personally. When Li Shimin saw Wei Zheng, he asked him very angrily: "Why did you do that?" Want to drive a wedge between our brothers? "The ministers present all felt that Wei Zheng would be killed. However, Wei Zheng was calm and answered in a very confident tone: "If the Crown Prince had listened to me earlier, he would definitely not have ended up like this. "After hearing this, Li Shimin was moved by Wei Zheng's spirit of not fearing power and integrity, and admired his personality from the bottom of his heart. Therefore, instead of punishing him, he reused him. Soon, Li Shimin ascended the throne, and he became Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty. Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty He appointed Wei Zheng as an admonishment official (an official position dedicated to advising the emperor), and later promoted him to prime minister. At the beginning of the founding of the country, Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty worked hard to govern and often summoned Wei Zheng to discuss the pros and cons of governing the country. Wei Zheng had great ambitions and extraordinary courage. During his decades of office, in order to make the people of Tang Dynasty prosperous and the country strong, he made more than 200 remonstrances to Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty. Every time, Emperor Taizong carefully considered what he proposed. Try to adopt your opinions.
Once, Emperor Taizong violated his rule that only 18-year-old men were required to serve in the military and decided to recruit tall men over 16 years old and under 18 years old to join the army. Later, Wei Zheng strongly objected, and Tang Taizong was very angry. He sent someone to call him and reprimanded him severely. Wei Zheng was not afraid. He remonstrated very seriously: "If you send all the strong middle-aged men to serve in the army, then what will happen?" , who will plant the fields? Who will do the work? You often say that when I am a king, I must first be trustworthy. However, the laws of the country clearly stipulate that only the strongest men need to perform military service. Why don't you abide by it? If you do this, won't you lose credibility in front of the people? "Wei Zheng's words extinguished Tang Taizong's anger.
He said to Wei Zheng sincerely: "Sir, you are really a mirror to me and the country! I originally thought you were too stubborn and unreasonable, but now after listening to your words, I feel that it makes sense. The government orders are inconsistent, the people are at a loss, and the country It cannot be governed well." So Emperor Taizong immediately ordered to stop recruiting middle-aged men to serve and rewarded Wei Zheng. Wei Zheng, who dared to speak out and advise, not only made immortal contributions to the country, but also became a model for officials in subsequent dynasties to follow.