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Wisdom from Chinese Sages, Icons & Poets.
Confucius Quotes (孔子)
Chinese Proverbs (中国谚语)
Wisdom from Chinese Sages, Icons & Poets.
Xiang Dang X Chapter 8
The Offering of the Humble Meal: Gravity in the Face of Scarcity
The Ultimate Restraint: Not Eating Much
The Ritual of Silence: At Table and in Bed
The Measure of Wine: Freedom in Cup, Boundary in Conduct
The Rule of Moderation: Meat Never Overwhelming the Grain
The Rules of the Board: Rejecting the Improper Cut and the Missing Sauce
The Four Refusals: A Guide to Discernment at the Table
The Principle of Preparation: No Disdain for Refinement in the Humblest Meal
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