Original text:
When the situation was extremely tense, the morale of the army was particularly shaken, because it was attacked on all sides and its support was cut off. I hope that Zuo Jun can break the thieves of Jingdezhen and Leping, and Baojun can quickly come to the rescue from Hukou, and things may turn a little better, otherwise it will be unimaginable. Since I joined the army, I have been determined to risk my life.
Ding Wunian was ill at home and often feared death, so he lost his promise to the world. I am very determined when I get up and come back. If something happens this time, I'm free. Since I am poor and ignorant, as a senior official, my life span is over 50, my reputation is thin, and the military power is in my hands, which is extremely embarrassing. Both ancient prose and poetry have made great efforts to explore, but failed to make use of them and find their own way.
Ancient prose is especially well-founded. Show your face first, get what you want, and then disperse. There is nothing wrong with the three.
Translation:
At present, the situation is extremely urgent, surrounded by enemies and the support has been broken. Coupled with this defeat, the morale of the army is even more shaken. What I hope is that Zuo Jun can break through the enemies of Jingdezhen and Leping, and Baojun can quickly come to the rescue from Hukou. There may be a turning point, otherwise the consequences will be unimaginable.
Ever since I joined the army, I have the ambition to be fearless in times of crisis. When Ding Wunian was recuperating at home, he often worried that he would suddenly die of illness under the window, which violated his original ambition and made him break his promise in the world. Since I returned to the army, my will has become more determined. I don't care if anything happens this time.
I think of poverty and ignorance, and my official position is a product. My life span is over 50 years old, which is a bit superficial. I am also in charge of military forces. I am ashamed of my high position. Only in ancient prose and poetry, I worked hard, worked hard and explored, but failed to find a new way and reach a broad prospect. Ancient prose is especially well-founded. If it dies suddenly before the dew, the essence gained in your heart will be scattered.
The most classic four sentences of Zeng Guofan's family instructions
Prudent independence brings inner peace: Prudent independence means that a person can be strict with himself and not do anything against morality and principles without the presence and supervision of others, thus maintaining inner peace and tranquility.
Respect is powerful: respect is to maintain inner awe and respect, not to lose your temper easily, not to be arrogant, so as to maintain good health and strong spirit.
Seeking benevolence makes people happy: seeking benevolence is the pursuit of goodness, benevolence and benevolence. Treat others with tolerance, kindness and justice, so as to win their respect and love.
Learning to work is a noble spirit: learning to work is to get used to a hard-working, diligent lifestyle, not afraid of hardship, and not pursuing comfort, so as to obtain spiritual satisfaction and admiration from others.