How many idioms are there in “A New Account of Tales of the World”?

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http://image86.360doc.com/DownloadImg/2015/07/0423/55686384_1 【Wang Mei Zhi Ke】 A metaphor for comforting oneself with illusions. Shi Shuo Xin Yu · Deceit”: When Emperor Wu of Wei was on a military campaign, his troops lost their way and became extremely thirsty. He then ordered, “Ahead there is a large plum orchard, abundant with fruits. Their sweet and sour taste can quench our thirst. ”When the soldiers heard this, saliva flowed from their mouths; taking advantage of this, they were able to catch up with Genzan. 【All in sight】 Means that everything can be seen at a glance. \"Shi Shuo Xin Yu·Yan Yu\": The land to the left of the Yangtze River is compact, not as extensive as that in the central regions; if its paths and roads were straight and well-defined, it could be seen in its entirety at a glance. Hence, its layout is winding and complex, seemingly impenetrable. 【Two friends and a horse】 refers to good friends from one’s youth. \"Shi Shuo Xin Yu·Pin Zao\": After Marquis Yin was deposed, Duke Huan said to the others, \"When we were young, I and Yuan Yuan rode bamboo horses together; I would leave them, and he would take them back, so he deserves to be ranked below me.\" ” 【Having great ambitions but limited abilities】 It means having lofty aspirations while possessing insufficient capabilities. “Shi Shuo Xin Yu · Recognition and Judgment”: Bo Ren was a man of great aspirations but limited abilities; he enjoyed great renown yet lacked discernment. 【Qianli Chun Geng】 In the past, it was often used to express longing for home. Originally a famous dish with the flavor of the Wu region, it later came to refer generally to local specialties, carrying an element of nostalgia. A New Account of Tales of the World · Speech”: Lu Ji paid a visit to Wang Wuzi. In front of Wang were several hu of goat cheese. Wang pointed at them and said to Lu, “What in the Jiangdong region can compare with this? ”Lu said, “There is delicious water shield soup ready, it just lacks salted black beans!” ” http://image86.360doc.com/DownloadImg/2015/07/0423/55686384_2 【Thousands of rocks and valleys】 Used to describe an abundance of peaks and valleys. \"A New Account of Tales of the World・Words\": When Gu Changkang returned from Kuaiji, people asked him about the beauty of the mountains and rivers there. Gu Yun said, “A thousand rocks display their beauty, and countless valleys compete in their streams; vegetation covers them all, creating an appearance akin to clouds and rosy hues.” ” 【A crane that doesn’t dance】 It symbolizes someone whose reputation does not match their actual abilities. “A New Account of Tales of the World · Teasing”: In the past, Yang Shuzi had a crane that was good at dancing; he often praised it to his guests. The guest envoy tried to make it dance, but it stubbornly refused. 【Why the haste to harm one another?】 It illustrates mutual destruction or **. \"A New Account of Tales of the World: Literature\": Emperor Wen (Cao Pi) once ordered Prince of Dong’e (Cao Zhi) to compose a poem within seven steps; those who failed would be subjected to severe punishment. Immediately, a poem was composed: “Cooking beans to make soup, straining them to get the juice.” The rush burns beneath the pot, while the beans weep inside it. We share the same roots; why be so harsh on one another? ” http://image86.360doc.com/DownloadImg/2015/07/0423/55686384_3 【Blind Horse】 The former metaphor refers to a situation that is dangerous yet still shrouded in ignorance. \"A New Account of Tales: Jokes and Wits\": Huan of Nanjun and Yin of Jingzhou were talking, and so they created some jokes together. Gu Kaizhi said, “Fire burns the plain without leaving anything untouched.” ”Huan said, “Wrap the coffin in white cloth and attach tassels to it.” ”Yin said, “Throw the fish into the deep abyss and set the birds free.” ”He uttered dangerous words again. Huan said, “Use the tip of a spear to rinse rice; use the tip of a sword to cook it.” ”Yin said, “An old man of a hundred years climbs a withered branch.” ”Gu said, “On the well, a winch has a baby lying on it.” ”Yin had a soldier present, who said, “A blind man rides a blind horse, approaching a deep pool in the middle of the night.” ”Yin said, “So aggressive!” ”It is because Zhong Kan gave it a brief glance. 【Bamboo ends and wood shavings】 A metaphor for usable waste materials. \"Shi Shuo Xin Yu·Zheng Shi\": Lord Tao was disciplined and diligent in his work; while serving as the governor of Jingzhou, he ordered the ship officials to collect all sawdust, without any limit on the amount. Xian fails to understand this meaning. After the ceremony, as the snow began to melt, it was found that the ground in front of the building was still wet from the snow removal work; therefore, wood shavings were used to cover it, and nothing went wrong as a result. All the bamboo used for official purposes was required to have thick stems; these were piled up like mountains. Later, when Huan Xuanwu launched an attack on Shu, they were used to make nails for the ships. 【Seeing only a fraction of the whole】 It refers to seeing only a small part of something. \"Shi Shuo Xin Yu·Zheng Fang\": When Wang Zijing was a few years old, he once watched his students play the game of Cu Pu; seeing that there were winners and losers, he said, \"The south wind does not engage in competition.\" ”The disciples looked down on his child and said, “This boy also only sees a glimpse of the whole picture, catching only a fragment of it from time to time.” ” http://image86.360doc.com/DownloadImg/2015/07/0423/55686384_4 【Cutting off association】 Refers to not making friends with those who share the same ideals and values. A New Account of Tales of the World · Virtue”: Guan Ning and Hua Xin used to study together. Once, a person wearing a chariot and ceremonial robes passed by their door. Guan Ning continued reading as if nothing had happened, while Hua Xin put down his book and went outside to watch. Guan Ning then cut the mat in half and said, “You are not my friend. ” 【Sift and shake it; the chaff ends up on top】 This refers to shaking the rice to remove the chaff, with the chaff remaining on top of the rice. Grain, the same as “chaff”. It was originally said in jest, meaning holding a low position yet being at the forefront. Later, it also came to be used as a humble expression, meaning to be in the forefront despite having no talent. \"New Tales of the World·Regulations on Order\": Wang Wendu and Fan Rongqi were both desired by Emperor Jianwen. Fan was older but held a lower position, while Wang was younger but held a higher position. As they prepared to proceed forward, they pushed each other to be in front; after much back-and-forth, Wang ended up behind Fan. Wang then said, “When sifted and tossed, the chaff and husks end up in front.” ”Fan said, “After filtering the Tao water, sand and gravel remain behind.” ” 【Profound Respect】 A solemn attitude or feeling of admiration. \"Shi Shuo Xin Yu·Gui Zhen\": Master Yuan, while living on Lushan Mountain, continued to give lectures despite his old age. Among the disciples, there are some who are lazy. Yuan Gong said, \"The light of the setting sun cannot reach far; I only hope that the glow of the morning sun will shine brightly alongside time.\" ”He sat down to recite the scriptures, his delivery was clear and fluent, yet his tone was extremely solemn. His disciples all felt a growing sense of reverence. http://image86.360doc.com/DownloadImg/2015/07/0423/55686384_5 【Cranes Crying in Huating】 This serves as an example of lamenting one’s life and regretting having entered the path of officialdom. \"New Tales of the World: Deep Regret\": Lu Pingyuan was defeated at the Heqiao battle; he was slandered by Lu Zhi and executed. On the eve of his execution, he sighed, \"Can I ever hear the cries of the cranes in Huating again?\" ” 【Jianjia Yushu】 Jianjia refers to Mao Zeng ； Yushu refers to Xiahou Xuan, describing two people whose appearances are extremely mismatched when together. Later, “jasper reeds and jade trees” was used to describe people of low status striving to climb up and rely on those of higher status. It is also often used as a humble expression. \"Shi Shuo Xin Yu·Rong Zhi\": Emperor Ming of Wei ordered his younger brother Mao Zeng to sit together with Xiahou Xuan; people at the time said, \"Reeds by a jade tree.\" ” 【Exquisite Words】 Used to refer to exceptionally beautiful prose. \"New Tales of the World: Quick Wits\": Emperor Wu of Wei once passed by the stele of Cao E, with Yang Xiu accompanying him. On the back of the stele are the eight characters inscribed: “Yellow silk, young woman; grandson, pounding mortar.” Wei Wu said to Xiu, “Do you understand?” ”Answered, “I understand.” ”Wei Wu said, “You may not speak yet; wait for me to think it over.” ”Walk thirty li. Wei Wu then said, “I have it now.” ”Let Xiu write down what he knows. Xiu said, “Yellow silk is colored silk; in terms of characters, it spells ‘jue’.” Young wives and girls – the character for them is wonderful. The granddaughter is a girl; her given name is Hao. Wei Jiu means to endure hardship; in terms of character meaning, it refers to farewell. Such are the wonderful words. ” http://image86.360doc.com/DownloadImg/2015/07/0423/55686384_6 【Drunk Jade, Collapsed Mountain】 Describes a man’s elegant appearance and the look he has when he collapses after drinking. Shi Shuo Xin Yu · Appearance and Demeanor”: Ji Kang was seven chi and eight cun tall; he had an exceptionally graceful bearing. Those who saw him would exclaim, “He appears dignified and composed—refined, upright, and noble. ”Or it is said: “Serene like the wind beneath the pines, rising high and moving slowly.” ”The hermit said, “Ji Shuye was a man of such integrity that he was like a solitary pine standing alone.” ； When drunk, he seems like a jade mountain on the verge of collapsing. ” 【Having nothing】 Describes being extremely poor. \"Shi Shuo Xin Yu · De Xing\": (Wang Gong) replied, \"My master does not fully understand me; I am a person without any special qualities.\" ” [Useless fruit by the roadside] Refers to incompetent or good-for-nothing individuals. \"New Tales of the World: Magnanimity\": When Wang Rong was seven years old, he was playing with other children. They saw that there were many plums on a plum tree by the road, and the children rushed to pick them, but Wang Rong remained still. When asked, he replied, “The tree is by the road and bears many fruits; it must be a bitter plum.” ”It can be taken as true. ” 【Qingzhou Chengzi】 A synonym for fine wine. \"Shi Shuo Xin Yu·Shu Jie\": Lord Huan had a clerk who was good at distinguishing wines; whenever there was wine, he would have him taste it first. Those who approve call it the “Official of Qingzhou,” while those who disapprove call it the “Inspector of Pingyuan.” In Qingzhou there is Qi Commandery, and in the Pingyuan region there is Ji County. Engaged, speaking right to the navel ； The imperial inspector said it resides above the diaphragm. 【Difficult brothers】 refers to two brothers who are both highly virtuous and it’s hard to determine who is superior. “A New Account of Tales of the World · Virtue”: Chen Yuanfang’s son, Changwen, was a man of great talent. He and Xiao Xian, son of Ji Fang, each praised the virtues and merits of their respective fathers; however, they couldn’t reach an agreement in the debate. Consult Taiqiu. Taiqiu said, “Yuanfang is difficult to be an elder brother to, and Jifang is difficult to be a younger brother to.” ” [When the eastern slope of Mount Tong collapses, the bells in Lu respond.] This is a metaphor for how major events influence one another. \"Shi Shuo Xin Yu·Literature\": Yin Jingzhou once asked Yuan Gong, \"What is the basis of the I Ching?\" ”The answer is: “The I Ching takes perception as its essence.” ”Yin said, “When the mountain to the west of Tongshan collapses, and the sacred bell responds in the east—is this the Book of Changes?” ” 【Three hairs on the cheek】 A metaphor for the finest aspect of a piece of writing or a painting. \"A New Account of Tales of the World: Skillful Arts\": Gu Changkang painted Pei Shuzhe, adding three hairs to his cheeks. People asked why? Gu said, “Pei Kai is handsome and intelligent; that is precisely what shows his intelligence.” Watching the painter search for it, one surely feels that Sanmao seems to possess some divine power, truly remarkable and awe-inspiring. ” 【Face like powdered】 Describes a man’s beauty. \"A New Account of Tales of the World: Appearance and Demeanor\": He Pingshu had a beautiful appearance, with extremely fair skin ； Emperor Wei Ming suspected her of wearing makeup. In the height of summer, with hot soup by my side. After eating, he broke into a heavy sweat; he wiped himself with his red robe, and his complexion turned bright and clear. 【Shi Bian Lao Xin】 Describes having exceptional insight. \"Shi Shuo Xin Yu·Shu Jie\": Xun Xu once served bamboo shoots with rice while Emperor Wu of Jin was seated, and said to those present, \"This is food cooked from laborers’ wages.\" ”The one sitting there did not believe it, so he secretly sent someone to inquire, and it turned out to be the old wheel spokes. Inheritor of the contemporary value of Chinese traditional culture, embodying Chinese spirit and a global outlook