A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

In a heart-mind seminar, the unexpected memorial for Chen Xian Zhang shocked attendees. Despite his posthumous fame, many young scholars dismissed him as an ordinary Confucian who failed the imperial exam. Xie Pi faced hostility when discussing heart-mind philosophy, leading to chaos. After stepping down, he conversed with Shen Xi, who encouraged him to promote Mr. Bai Sha's teachings on 'nature' and true heart. As the lecture resumed, Shen Xi declined to share his insights, emphasizing the importance of the imperial examination over philosophical pursuits. The event concluded with a mix of respect for learning and the pressures of societal expectations.

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