Interpretation is actually subjective behavior and objective evaluation.
On the one hand, it is warning the bad guys not to run amok, and if they do more injustice, they will hang themselves;
On the other hand, it is encouraging good people to make contributions, and your good deeds will be recognized by the masses sooner or later.
Synonyms hold one's head three feet high, and there is a god.
The original meaning of ancient Chinese prose
Because of their belief in gods, ancient people would go to the corresponding temples to worship if they were unhappy in some ways. Here, the lift points upward, and the case refers to the altar where incense is placed. The gods are looking at you three feet above the altar. If you pray and sacrifice, the gods will help you.
extended meaning
Later, the extended meaning appeared, that is, immortals are around people, so later there was a saying that "there are immortals when you look up three feet." This means that people should have awe of the natural society and not run amok; This is a sign of respecting and conforming to nature.