The above eight sentences are Zeng Guofan's "Eight Books Theory".
Reading is based on exegetics. "Exegetics" represents the earnest and rigorous attitude of the ancients in their research. Zeng Guofan believes that reading can only be effective if you understand the ins and outs, and you can't pretend to understand it. This is the basis of reading.
Poetry is based on sound. The so-called "expressing ambition with poetry", Zeng Guofan has repeatedly taught his son Ji Ze to cultivate a harmonious mind by writing poems, and read more poems by Tao Yuanming and Han Yu. A good poem must be cadenced when read, and must pay attention to the collocation of tones when written.
"Things are based on winning goodwill." "Pro" means serving and honoring parents. Filial piety should not only make them feel comfortable, but also make them feel happy. More importantly, I have no distractions and try my best to serve my parents.
The basis of health care is to avoid anger. "Punish anger, restrain desire, eat less and move more" is the secret of health preservation. In addition to eating less and exercising more, being less angry and less angry, it is important to keep a peaceful mind.
"Based on not lying." "Lies" means telling lies, telling lies. In fact, if it is not suitable, not suitable for the occasion, and not handling the interest relationship well, it can be regarded as "nonsense." Therefore, speak appropriately and be reasonable.
"Home-oriented". "Not getting up early" means getting up early, and the whole family gets up early and works hard, showing a vigorous atmosphere. This is the most obvious manifestation of a good family style.
Being an official is based on not asking for money. "There are four defeats in the official position: the defeat of stupidity, the defeat of arrogance and ruthlessness, the defeat of greed and unscrupulous, and the defeat of repeated deception." Being honest and clean is the way for Poly to protect Thailand.
"March is based on the premise of not disturbing the people." "Love for the people is the first essence of marching, and it is repeated every day. As a fundamental thing in life, it is not regarded as whitewashing. " This is also the code of conduct for yourself and your family, loving the people as parents.
The above "standing in the eight books of the world" has a strong guiding significance for the survival, growth and even success of modern people.