Su Shu is the concrete expression of the author's outlook on life. There are six chapters and five topics in the book, which are briefly introduced below.
Firstly, it expounds the author's ideological system, that is, Taoism, morality, benevolence, righteousness and propriety are five in one, which are inseparable, and the philosophical thought of "keeping a low profile and keeping a low profile". Readers are advised that as long as they have the five qualities of Tao, virtue, benevolence, righteousness and propriety, they will be able to establish peerless achievements and become a great official when they meet opportunities.
Secondly, the principle of employing people is expounded. According to different talents, the author divides talents into three categories: handsome, noble and outstanding. Therefore, it is no different from Confucian rational consciousness and moral standards. The author thinks that "using materials enables us to preserve things", "Don't be dangerous when in doubt", "Don't be careless when using materials", "Improper use of people is dangerous, and using the strong is not a livestock". , all from the summary of life, with guiding significance.
Thirdly, suggestions on how to strengthen personal cultivation are put forward from two aspects: thought and behavior. "Extensive knowledge", "courtesy", "tolerance" and "kindness" all reflect the moral consciousness of Confucianism. Abstain from lewdness, restrain evil from harm, become strong, be content with humiliation, be content with yourself, etc. All of them are elements of Taoist thought, and Confucianism and Taoism are eclectic, which embodies the all-encompassing nature of the author's thought.
Fourthly, the author summarizes Anbang's experience in governing the country. The author thinks that "the short is shorter than the gain" (opposing short-term behavior), "destroying the former" (the policy must be continuous), "the cold is sad, and the people's resentment hurts the country" (losing people's hearts and losing the world), "having a way is good, and having no way is fierce. Those who are lucky are blessed, while those who are fierce are attacked by various disasters. It is not sacred, it is a natural bell' (reflecting the author's consciousness of heaven and non-god concept). These have certain enlightenment for future generations to participate in politics.
5. The author expounds his life style. The politics of China people is the politics of people's rule. Whether we can handle interpersonal relationships well is the key to the success of our career. The author puts forward that "those who insult others will suffer, those who insult others will be in danger", "those who respect others will be fierce", "those who despise others will be guilty, and those who insult others will have no relatives", "those who go to court inconstant, those who go to court are suspicious" and "those who are near are not heavy, and those who are far away are light", which provides reference for how to deal with various relationships.
Generally, the politics and military affairs of a country are all activities with' people' as the main body, which are inextricably linked with personal cultivation, whether the relationship between individuals and individuals and between individuals and groups can be coordinated. In the eyes of the ancients, the process of self-cultivation, keeping the family in order, governing the country and leveling the world cannot be disturbed, so the problem of' people' is put in the first place. China people believe that the military is a continuation of politics, and politics is a high degree of military concentration and a high-level military. Guiding political or military actions has the same meaning, such as' losing more than individuals',' the leaker loses',' small contributions are not rewarded, great achievements are not made, and small grievances are unforgivable'.