It signifies that success in an endeavor is primarily determined by one's determination and effort, rather than by one's wealth or poverty.
小王虽然没有雄厚的资金，但他凭着一股“蜀鄙二僧”的劲头，硬是把这个项目完成了。
Even though Xiao Wang didn't have substantial funds, he completed the project with the spirit of the 'two monks from Shu's border,' demonstrating that determination is more crucial than resources.
Era:
Ancient
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Story:
There were two monks living near the border of Shu (an ancient name for Sichuan). A poor monk told a rich monk that he intended to travel thousands of miles to the South Sea.
The rich monk asked him what he would rely on to get there. The poor monk replied that he would only take a water bottle and a begging bowl.
The rich monk scoffed, saying that even with his intention to buy a boat, he hadn't managed to go to the South Sea.
A year later, the poor monk returned from the South Sea, while the rich monk was filled with shame.
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