"The School of Mohism's Ink Techniques will have three stages. The first stage is similar to the Pre-Qin Era. Brother Mo Jiazi would observe the world and discover the Ink Techniques by chance. He would treat it like a treasure and treat it as the School of Mohism's top secret." In the study of the Mo Clan, Meton was giving Wu Meiniang a second lesson.
Wu Meiniang said thoughtfully, "Just like the Living Fish Secret Technique!"
Meton nodded his head in praise, "That's right! When we explore all things in the world, we will inadvertently discover things that are beneficial to people and use them. This is the most primitive Mohist technique. However, the School of Mohism at this time only knows how, but not why. Moreover, they keep it to themselves, treating it as a treasure and not showing it to others. "
"What about the School of Mohism now?" Wu Meiniang was confused.
Meton said proudly, "The School of Mohism is currently in the second stage. Not only does the School of Mohism need to discover the Ink Techniques of this world, but they also need to study the principles behind these Ink Techniques. In other words, they need to know the 'how' and 'why'."
"Know the 'how' and 'why'? Could this be the reason why Master Hua Wanguan offered a reward for the Mystery of the Hidden Well? "Wu Meiniang's heart stirred.
Meton nodded his head heavily, "The School of Mohism is currently in an extremely special period. Just like the first stage, we need to constantly discover the Ink Techniques that can be used by the common people, but we also need to know the 'why' and 'why'. We need to understand the principles of the world hidden within these Ink Techniques."
"But the Mystery of the Hidden Well requires over ten thousand strings of cash. Isn't that too expensive?" Wu Meiniang frowned. She was previously the daughter of a duke and naturally didn't have any concept of money. However, after being chased out of the Martial House and joining the School of Mohism, she had a sufficient understanding of money. Naturally, she knew how shocking the value of ten thousand strings of cash was.
Meton shook his head and said, "It seems like the School of Mohism suffered a huge loss and spent a huge amount of money to obtain a bunch of useless principles. Confucius said that if one hears the Dao in the morning, one can die in the evening. The Confucian Dao is the Dao of Human Relations. The School of Mohism's Dao is the hidden Dao of Heaven and Earth. This is the three stages that the School of Mohism developed. to use the Dao of Heaven and Earth to research the Ink Techniques...."
"It's like a pressure cooker," Wu Meiniang said in realization.
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.. "Wu Meiniang shook her head. The School of Mohism had gained a huge advantage. As long as they understood the principles behind the Ink Techniques, the School of Mohism would have an endless supply of Ink Techniques. The School of Mohism had profited greatly.
"After the Pre-Qin Period, the School of Mohism declined due to various reasons. One of the reasons was the accidental discovery of the Ink Techniques. The School of Mohism cannot repeat the same mistake. Only when the School of Mohism controls more Dao of Heaven and Earth, can the School of Mohism prosper and prosper." Meton showed Wu Meiniang the broad prospects.
"Master is wise!" Wu Meiniang said with heartfelt admiration.
Meton said modestly, "Of course, this path is very long. In the short term, the School of Mohism's focus will be on the first and second stage."
"Then what about the School of Mohism's Love with Impartiality and Non-aggression? Don't tell me they are going to abandon it? " Wu Meiniang's eyes flashed as she asked. She had come to the School of Mohism for two reasons. One was to come into contact with the Ink Techniques, and the other was to learn the School of Mohism's philosophy. However, her master only emphasized the Ink Techniques, and not the School of Mohism's philosophy.
Meton could not help but be stunned. He looked at Wu Meiniang in surprise and said, "The School of Mohism's philosophy is to promote virtue, equality, love for all, non-aggression, frugality, frugality, the will of heaven, the will of the heavens, the spirit of the gods, not pleasure, not life. At the present stage, we only have requirements for Brother Mo Jiazi, and have no intention of pushing them to the world."
"Why is that?" Wu Meiniang frowned.
Meton did not answer, and asked in return, "Although their philosophy is not inferior to the Confucian Dao of human relations, in the end, the Confucian Dao became the sole dominant school. Do you know why?"
Wu Meiniang thought for a moment and said, "According to what this disciple knows, back then, Dong Zhongshu abolished the hundred schools of thought and revered only the Confucian Dao, allowing the Confucian Dao to become the sole dominant school."
Meton sneered and said, "The secret of the School of Mohism's revival is the truth behind all things in the world. Ordinary disciples only need to study the Art of Mohism, but as the first disciple of the School of Mohism, you are far from enough. You need to dabble in the politics of the imperial court and the struggle between the hundred schools of thought. The secret of the School of Mohism's dominance is not Dong Zhongshu's strength alone, but the will of the emperor. "
"Emperor Wu of Han!" Wu Meiniang's heart skipped a beat.
Meton nodded and said, "Emperor Wu of Han chose the School of Mohism to govern the world. Most importantly, the School of Mohism's doctrine of loyalty to the emperor and ignorance of the people is beneficial to the emperor's rule. However, the School of Mohism's doctrine is the exact opposite. If the School of Mohism wants to focus on the Art of Mohism, they must study it deeply and constantly learn. Thus, if the School of Mohism wants to spread and prosper, they must open the minds of the people. From this point of view, the School of Mohism and the School of Confucianism are indeed opposing."
As Wu Meiniang was the first disciple of the School of Mohism, Meton naturally would not hide anything from her. The conversation between the master and disciple could be said to be extremely profound.
"Since the School of Confucianism's doctrine dominates the imperial court and is more beneficial to the emperor's rule, doesn't that mean that the School of Mohism's doctrine will never have a day of success?" Wu Meiniang frowned.
Meton shook his head and said, "That may be the case, but how can the people of the world be willing to remain poor and ignorant? However, as a matter of fact, anyone from a wealthy family would want to send their children to school to change their fate. If the School of Mohism wants to prosper, its first goal is to develop the Art of Mohism and let the people of the world be wealthy. At the same time, it will reduce the cost of learning. I believe that more and more people will be able to open up the minds of the people.
That will be the true School of Mohism. "In the School of Mohism's compulsory education, a classroom had a total of fifty students and only two teachers were needed to teach them easily. However, ordinary private schools only had a few students or even one-on-one teaching. The cost of this was naturally incomparable. Even the compulsory education promoted by Teacher Li did not have to worry about the lack of students because the cost was too low compared to private schools. Even ordinary families could afford it. Not to mention the charcoal and fountain pens invented by the School of Mohism, which reduced the cost of the four treasures of the study to the extreme.
"So, the core of the School of Mohism is the Art of Mohism!" Wu Meiniang instantly grasped the key point and said excitedly.
Meton revealed a satisfied smile and said, "That's right! Only by continuously developing the Art of Mohism and benefiting the people of the world and even the imperial court can the School of Mohism stand tall and not fall. Only then can we open up the wisdom of the people. Without the Art of Mohism, talking about the School of Mohism's philosophy is just a castle in the air. This is the real reason why the School of Mohism fell after the Qin Dynasty. Not to mention that the position of the Confucian School of Confucianism is now deeply rooted.
"Your disciple understands!" Wu Meiniang immediately said with confidence.
Meton sighed and said, "The power of Legalism in the hands of Emperor Qin was extremely strong. During the reign of Emperor Wu of Han, the Confucian School of Confucianism reigned supreme. However, the current Emperor is an emperor who is not inferior to Qin Huang and Emperor Wu of Han. The opportunity for the School of Mohism to rise is ripe. The School of Mohism must seize this opportunity and not fail."
He believed that with Li Shimin's great talent and bold vision, it was impossible for him to not see the School of Mohism's role in the Tang dynasty. As long as the imperial court remained neutral, the School of Mohism's peaceful rise would definitely be realized.
Meton waved his hand and said, "Alright, let's end the class. Your master still has things to do!" At this point, Meton's second class officially ended.
Wu Meiniang naturally knew that Meton's matter was to prepare for the wedding, so she said playfully, "Your disciple wishes Master a happy marriage in advance."
Meton pretended to be angry and said, "You're so naughty!"
Wu Meiniang was not afraid. Instead, she ran out with a smile.
Today was the fifteenth of the second lunar month. Tomorrow, Meton and Princess Changle would be getting married.
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