First, test?
The word "Kao" is the abbreviation of the word "Kao" on the ancestral tablet above the hall at home, which means paying attention to sacrificing ancestors. Zeng Guofan believes that offering sacrifices to ancestors can cultivate a kind of affection, which is the embodiment of filial piety.
Second, the treasure?
Zeng Guofan clearly pointed out that treasure refers to relatives and neighbors. His abbreviation is rhyme, which means "treating others is priceless", that is, to have a harmonious neighborhood.
Third, early?
Get up early. Zeng Guofan thought that getting up early can make people strong. Li Hongzhang liked to sleep late when he was young. In order to change him, Zeng Guofan made a rule: he should have dinner with his staff at the same time.
Fourth, sweep?
The word "sweep" comes from Zeng Guofan's grandfather. His grandfather worked in the fields until his death. Although he knows nothing, he pays great attention to cleaning the fields, home and yard. Zeng Guofan's grandfather said to himself, this is the weather of a family. If a person's home is in a mess, it must be a sign of failure.
Verb (short for verb) book?
"Book" means reading, and reading has always been Zeng Guofan's top priority. He believes that there must be books, books and a scholarly atmosphere at home, which is related to the weather of a family.
6. Vegetables, fish and pigs?
"Vegetable", "fish" and "pig" mean that a family must grow vegetables, fish and feed pigs. In the farming era, these three things are the signs of whether a farmer is diligent or not. Zeng Guofan believes that this matter is related to the weather of a family. Growing vegetables at home is green and full of vitality; The fish raised in the pond and the pigs fed in the pen are alive and kicking.