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The Path to Triumph |
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Once upon a time, I acquired knowledge of a passage from ancient literature
which states, "Heaven shall bestow significant responsibilities upon this
individual, but not before subjecting them to rigorous tests of
determination, straining their muscles and bones, depriving their body and
skin of sustenance, and exposing their vulnerabilities." This passage
perfectly exemplifies that in order to achieve triumph, an individual must
endure hardships.
From the moment of birth, one must withstand an array of trials and
tribulations. In their youth, they must endure the hardships of acquiring an
education. In their prime, they must confront the challenges of employment.
And even in adulthood, they must face the trials that life presents!
It is not only humans who encounter obstacles, but all facets of nature. As
Tian Zhen once melodiously sang, "Through wind, rain, and rainbow, a
determined rose flourishes." Truly, a rose remains robust and steadfast even
after enduring storms, standing even more resolute and unwavering.
Throughout history, innumerable instances exemplify this truth. Had Han Xin
not persevered through humiliation, how could he have ascended to the rank
of a commanding general, leading charges into battle and accomplishing grand
feats? Had Sima Qian not endured the shame of palace punishment, how could
he have authored the monumental historical work, "Records of the Grand
Historian"? If King Goujian of Yue had not tenaciously endured hardships and
setbacks, how could he have singlehandedly obliterated the state of Wu? Such
examples are truly abundant!
In the present era, there exist countless real-life illustrations. Let us
consider university students, for instance! Though they may appear serene on
the surface, little do people realize the suffering they have endured and
the time and effort they have invested to proudly step over the threshold of
higher education. Many individuals have tirelessly toiled during their final
year of high school, burning the midnight oil, diligently studying, just as
scholars in ancient times pursued the highest academic achievements after
years of arduous learning, braving immense challenges and enduring
hardships.
Indeed, they have faced formidable trials and reaped abundant rewards.
However, some individuals falter when confronted with such challenges. I
recall a melancholic prince who, upon witnessing disasters befalling other
nations, would fearfully exclaim, "How dreadful it would be if this were to
happen to me." In the end, a disaster struck his own kingdom in the form of
a flood. Overwhelmed by fear, the prince surrendered, abdicating his throne
to escape the calamity, only to perish on the streets, succumbing to
starvation!
The tale of this prince is not solely tragic but also serves as a lesson to
us all: we must courageously confront disasters and difficulties, embodying
the spirit of "Come at me, I fear you not" in order to overcome adversity
and hardship. In the timeless novel "Journey to the West," Sun Wukong was
captured by the celestial army and cast into a cauldron, meant to be burned
for forty-nine days. It was expected that he would perish amidst the
scorching flames, but who could have foreseen that he would emerge even
stronger, subduing all demons and monsters on his quest to acquire sacred
scriptures.
In reality, we too undergo the refining fires of life's crucible. Someday,
akin to Sun Wukong, we shall emerge from the inferno, tempered and
fortified, ultimately becoming extraordinary individuals who capture the
attention of others. As I continue to pen my thoughts, a sudden impulse to
sing arises within me, "Through wind, rain, and rainbow, a resolute rose
blooms." |
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