关于中国历史故事的英语作文
退避三舍
Retreating about Thirty Miles as Condition For Peace
During the Spring and Autumn Period (770-476 B.C.), Duke Xian of the State of Jin Killed the crown prince Sheng because he had heard slanders about Sheng and believed them. He also sent his men to arrest Chong Er, Shen Sheng and believed them. He also sent his men to arrest Chonh Er, Shen Sheng's brother. Hearing the news, Chong Er escaped from the state of Jin, remaining a fugitive for more than ten years.
After innumerable hardships, Chong Er arrived at the State of Chu at last. King Cheng of the State of Chu treated him with high respect as he would have treated the ruler of a state, believing that he would have a vright fuure.
One day, King Cheng of the State of Chu gave a banquet in honoudr of Chong Er. Suddenly, amid the harmonious atmosphere of drinking and talking, King Cheng of the State of Chu asked Chong Er. "How will you repay me when you return to the State of Jin and bee its ruler one day?" After thinking for a moment, Chong Er said, "You have plenty of beauties and attendants as well as jewelry and silk cloth, and the state of Chu abounds in rare brides and animals. What treasure can the State of Jin boast having to present to your majesty?" King Cheng of the State of Chu said, "You are too modest. Nevertheless, you still have to show your gratitude to me in one way or another, I presume?" Smiling, Chong Er answered, "If I should be fortunate enouge to return to the State of Jin and bee its ruler, the State of Jin would be friendly to the State of Chu. If, one day, there should be a war between the two states, I would definitely order my troops to retreat three SHE (one SHE is equivalent to thirty LI. The LI is a unit of length equivalent to 1/2 kilometre. And, therefore, three SHE is about thirty miles.) as a condition for peace. If, under that condition, you were still not reconciled, I would have to fight with you."
Four years later, as might be expected, Chong Er returned to the State of Jin and became its ruler. He was none other than Duke Wen of the State of Jin famous in ancient history. Ruled by him, the State of Jin became increasingly powerful.
In the year 533 B.C., the Chu troops and the Jin troops confronted each other in a battle. Faithful to his promise, Duke Wen of the State of Jin ordered his troops to retreat about thirty miles. After retreating, the Jin troops were stationed at Chengpu. Seeing that the Jin troops were retreating, the Chu troops thought that the enemy troops were afraid, and began chasing them. Taking advantage of the Chu troops' arrogance and their talking the Jin troops lightly, the Jin troops concentrated their forces and inflicted a crushing defeat on the Chu troops, thus winning the victory of the battle of Chengpu.
This set phrase, "retreating about thirty miles as a condition for peace," is derived from the Chapter "The Twenty-second Year of Duke Xi" in ZuoZhuan, the famous mentary by Zuo Qiuming on The spring and Autumn Annals. The idea of this set phrase is to give way to somebody in order to avoid a conflict.
Chinese Historical Stories
China is a country with a long and rich history, full of fascinating stories that have been passed down for generations. These stories provide us with an insight into the ancient culture, values, and traditions of China, and offer us a glimpse of the wisdom and knowledge that have been accumulated over the centuries.
One such story is the legendary tale of the Three Kingdoms. This epic saga tells the story of the warring states that emerged in China after the fall of the Han dynasty. It features prominent heroes such as Liu Bei, Cao Cao, and Sun Quan, who fought and strategized against each other to gain control of the land. Their exploits have been immortalized in literature, art, and popular culture, and continue to inspire generations of Chinese people to this day.
Another story is the tale of the Monkey King, one of the most beloved characters in Chinese mythology. The Monkey King is a mischievous, but powerful, deity who possesses magical abilities and incredible strength. His story is a journey of self-discovery and enlightenment, and teaches us the virtues of perseverance, loyalty, and wisdom.
The story of Mulan is another well-known tale from Chinese history. It is the story of a young woman who disguises herself as a man to join the army in place of her aging father. Despite facing numerous challenges and obstacles, Mulan ultimately proves herself to be a brave and capable warrior, and becomes one of China's most celebrated heroines.
These are just a few examples of the many historical stories that can be found in China. Each story has its own unique characters, settings, and themes, but they all share a common thread of wisdom, courage, and perseverance. Chinese history and culture are a treasure trove of fascinating stories that offer a glimpse into the past and inspire us to learn from the lessons of our ancestors.
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