箕山之节 — “Mount Ji's integrity”
箕山之节 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to uphold one's moral integrity and principles by withdrawing from public life or refusing to serve in a corrupt environment; to live in seclusion to preserve one's noble character”. Literally, “Mount Ji's integrity”.
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Origin and Story of 箕山之节
During the late Western Han Dynasty, a talented scholar named Xue Fang briefly held a minor official post. The imperial court repeatedly sought to enlist his services, but he consistently declined to leave his secluded life.
Later, when Wang Mang, a powerful figure, sent a grand, luxurious carriage to respectfully invite Xue Fang to serve, Xue Fang politely refused the envoy. He said, "Even with sagely rulers like Yao and Shun above, there are still reclusive figures like Chao Fu and Xu You below. Though the enlightened ruler is now greatly promoting the virtues of the ancient emperors Yao and Shun, I, a humble subject, wish to adhere to the integrity of Mount Ji and maintain my secluded life."
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What does 箕山之节 mean?
箕山之节 (jī shān zhī jié) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to uphold one's moral integrity and principles by withdrawing from public life or refusing to serve in a corrupt environment; to live in seclusion to preserve one's noble character”.
How do you pronounce 箕山之节?
箕山之节 is pronounced jī shān zhī jié in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 箕山之节 literally mean?
Literally, 箕山之节 means “Mount Ji's integrity”. It is used to mean “to uphold one's moral integrity and principles by withdrawing from public life or refusing to serve in a corrupt environment; to live in seclusion to preserve one's noble character”.
Where does 箕山之节 come from?
箕山之节 comes from a classical Chinese story dating back to ancient China. The full story is on this page.
What is the Chinese definition of 箕山之节?
箕山：古代传说唐尧时的隐士许由、巢父隐居的地方。节：名节，节操。指归隐以保全节操。旧时用以称誉不愿在乱世做官的人。亦作“箕山之志”、“箕山之操”。