Fish 052: Sages Say to Extinguish Desire in Oneself

There's no room for joking. The tradition in the first month was to perform dragon and lion dances, to create a lively atmosphere regardless of poverty. The elaborately decorated lions and dragons with gold and colorful paintings were not found here. Rather, the people gathered tattered cloth, stuffed it with dry straw, and clumsily lifted … Continue reading Fish 052: Sages Say to Extinguish Desire in Oneself

Fish 051: Profound Emotions Upon Hearing

It's truly remarkable how great the teacher is. Before noon, patients seeking medical consultation came one after another. Apart from those suffering from colds and coughs, there were also people with long-standing chronic illnesses, all common ailments. Mo Li was born in Qimao Mountain and had been practicing medicine in Zhushan County under Qin Lu's … Continue reading Fish 051: Profound Emotions Upon Hearing

Fish 049: Adhere to Your Principles and Plan for the World’s Use*

*traditional Chinese saying that emphasizes the importance of upholding one's principles while also considering practical applications in the world. Ning Changyuan: No need to be polite, I just have steady hands. On the second day of the first lunar month, at a market near the border of Yongzhou and Pingzhou. This place was originally a … Continue reading Fish 049: Adhere to Your Principles and Plan for the World’s Use*