xún循xún循shàn善yòu诱
To guide patiently and systematically; to lead skillfully step by step, making learning engaging and effective.
Era:
Ancient
Frequency:
Story:
During the Spring and Autumn period, Confucius's students greatly admired him.
Yan Yuan, one of his most accomplished disciples, once praised Confucius's teaching methods, saying, "Our Master skillfully guides us step by step. He broadens my horizons with literature and restrains me with propriety, making me unable to stop learning. When I have exhausted all my abilities, I still feel as if there is something lofty and profound before me, yet to be fully grasped."
Other disciples also agreed, expressing similar sentiments about Confucius's patient and effective way of teaching.