The Grand Wei Court.

Summary

Mengzi emphasized the contrast between ruling through benevolence versus force, suggesting that true governance stems from virtue rather than military might. In a classroom setting, lecturer Zhang Xue Shi engaged the princes in a discussion on the 'Royal Path' and 'Tyrannical Path.' However, the eighth prince, Zhao Hong Run, disrupted the lesson with absurd responses, prompting Zhang to report him to the emperor. Despite this, the emperor found humor in Zhao's remarks, recognizing their underlying truth. The ministers debated the effectiveness of the Royal versus Tyrannical Path, concluding that while benevolence is ideal, military strength is sometimes necessary for survival in turbulent times.

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