To not seek to eat one's fill; to practice temperance and moderation in one's diet, often implying a focus on higher pursuits rather than physical indulgence.
他始终坚持食无求饱的原则，认为饮食只是为了维持生命，不应成为欲望的奴隶。
He always adhered to the principle of "eating without seeking satiety," believing that food is merely to sustain life and should not become a slave to desire.
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Ancient
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During the Spring and Autumn period, after Confucius was marginalized in the political arena of Lu, he led his disciples on a tour through various states. After facing setbacks in places like Wei, Zheng, Chen, and Jin, they settled in Cai.
Their life was very difficult, often going three months without tasting meat. For this reason, Confucius had to use the phrase 'Junzi shi wu qiu bao' (A gentleman does not seek to eat his fill) to educate his disciples to live a disciplined life with him.
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