國語 By: Ming Zuoqiu
"國語" by Ming Zuoqiu is a captivating and thought-provoking read that delves into the complexities of language, culture, and identity. The author's meticulous research and insightful analysis shed light on the evolution of the Chinese language and its crucial role in shaping the nation's history. Ming Zuoqiu's writing is both scholarly and accessible, making it an engaging read for both academics and general readers interested in linguistics and cultural studies. The book challenges readers to reconsider their perspectives on the power of language in defining who we are as individuals and as a society. Overall, "國語" is a must-read for anyone interested in the fascinating world of language and its impact on our lives. First Page: 《周語中》穆王將征犬戎，祭公謀父諫曰：「不可。先王耀德不觀兵。夫兵戢而時動，動則威，觀則玩，玩則無震。是故周文公之《頌》曰：『載戢干戈，載櫜弓矢。我求懿德，肆于時夏，允王保之。』先王之于民也，懋正其德而厚其性，阜其財求而利其器用，明利害之鄉，以文修之，使務利而避害，懷德而畏威，故能保世以滋大。「昔我先王世后稷，以服事虞、夏。及夏之衰也，棄稷不務，我先王不窋用失其官，而自竄于戎、狄之間，不敢怠業，時序其德，纂修其緒，修其訓典，朝夕恪勤，守以敦篤，奉以忠信，奕世載德，不忝前人。至于武王，昭前之光明而加之以慈和，事神保民，莫弗欣喜。商王帝辛，大惡于民。庶民不忍，欣戴武王，以致戎于商牧。是先王非務武也，勤恤民隱而除其害也。「夫先王之制：邦內甸服，邦外侯服，侯、衛賓服，蠻、夷要服，戎、狄荒服。甸服者祭，侯服者祀，賓服者享，要服者貢，荒服者王。日祭、月祀、時享、歲貢、終王，先王之訓也。有不祭則修意，有不祀則修言，有不享則修文，有不貢則修名，有不王則修德，序成而有不至�... Continue reading book >>

國語 By: Ming Zuoqiu

"國語" by Ming Zuoqiu is a captivating and thought-provoking read that delves into the complexities of language, culture, and identity. The author's meticulous research and insightful analysis shed light on the evolution of the Chinese language and its crucial role in shaping the nation's history. Ming Zuoqiu's writing is both scholarly and accessible, making it an engaging read for both academics and general readers interested in linguistics and cultural studies. The book challenges readers to reconsider their perspectives on the power of language in defining who we are as individuals and as a society. Overall, "國語" is a must-read for anyone interested in the fascinating world of language and its impact on our lives.

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《周語中》穆王將征犬戎，祭公謀父諫曰：「不可。先王耀德不觀兵。夫兵戢而時動，動則威，觀則玩，玩則無震。是故周文公之《頌》曰：『載戢干戈，載櫜弓矢。我求懿德，肆于時夏，允王保之。』先王之于民也，懋正其德而厚其性，阜其財求而利其器用，明利害之鄉，以文修之，使務利而避害，懷德而畏威，故能保世以滋大。

「昔我先王世后稷，以服事虞、夏。及夏之衰也，棄稷不務，我先王不窋用失其官，而自竄于戎、狄之間，不敢怠業，時序其德，纂修其緒，修其訓典，朝夕恪勤，守以敦篤，奉以忠信，奕世載德，不忝前人。至于武王，昭前之光明而加之以慈和，事神保民，莫弗欣喜。商王帝辛，大惡于民。庶民不忍，欣戴武王，以致戎于商牧。是先王非務武也，勤恤民隱而除其害也。

「夫先王之制：邦內甸服，邦外侯服，侯、衛賓服，蠻、夷要服，戎、狄荒服。甸服者祭，侯服者祀，賓服者享，要服者貢，荒服者王。日祭、月祀、時享、歲貢、終王，先王之訓也。有不祭則修意，有不祀則修言，有不享則修文，有不貢則修名，有不王則修德，序成而有不至�... Continue reading book >>

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