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In the Book of Poetry, it is said, “The royal
domain of a thousand li is where the people rest.”
In the Book of Poetry, it is said, “The twittering
yellow bird rests on a corner of the mound.” The
Master said, “When it rests, it knows where to rest.
Is it possible that a man should not be equal to this
bird?”

In the Book of Poetry, it is said, “Profound was
King Wen. With how bright and unceasing a feeling
of reverence did he regard his resting places!” As a
sovereign, he rested in benevolence. As a minister, he
rested in reverence. As a son, he rested in filial piety.
As a father, he rested in kindness. In communication
with his subjects, he rested in good faith.

In the Book of Poetry, it is said, “Look at that
winding course of the Qi, with the green bamboos
so luxuriant! Here is our elegant and accomplished
prince! As we cut and then file; as we chisel and
then grind: so has he cultivated himself. How grave

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