克己复礼 Self-cultivation and return to ritual propriety
Explanation
克己复礼是儒家重要的思想观念，强调个人修养和社会秩序的重要性。克己是指克制个人的私欲和不良行为；复礼是指恢复和遵守社会规范和礼仪。两者结合，追求个人的道德完善和社会的和谐稳定。
Keji fùlǐ is an important Confucian concept, emphasizing the importance of self-cultivation and social order. Keji means to restrain one's selfish desires and bad behavior; fùlǐ means to restore and follow social norms and etiquette. The combination of the two pursues the moral perfection of the individual and the harmonious stability of society.
Origin Story
春秋时期，一位年轻的官员名叫子路，他性格刚烈，办事冲动，常常因为一时冲动而得罪他人。有一天，他向老师孔子请教如何才能更好地为人处世。孔子并没有直接告诉他答案，而是让他认真学习《礼记》，并告诉他“克己复礼为仁”。子路勤奋好学，认真研读《礼记》，逐渐领悟到“克己复礼”的含义，开始注重自身修养，学会控制自己的情绪和行为，不再轻易动怒，待人接物也更加谦逊有礼。慢慢地，他改掉了以前粗鲁的毛病，变得温和儒雅，赢得了大家的尊重和喜爱，最终成为了孔子的得意门生之一，也为后世树立了榜样。
During the Spring and Autumn period, there was a young official named Zilu who had a fiery temperament and acted rashly, often offending others due to his impulsiveness. One day, he asked his teacher Confucius how to better conduct himself. Confucius did not directly answer but told him to diligently study the "Book of Rites" and explained the concept of "Keji fùlǐ wéi rén." Zilu studied diligently, gradually comprehending the meaning of "Keji fùlǐ." He started to cultivate himself, learning to control his emotions and behavior, no longer easily angered, becoming humble and polite in his interactions with others. Gradually, he changed his rough manners, becoming gentle and refined, earning the respect and admiration of everyone. He eventually became one of Confucius' favorite disciples, setting an example for future generations.
Usage
用于形容一个人克制自己，遵守礼仪，道德高尚。
Used to describe someone who restrains themselves, observes etiquette, and is morally upright.
Examples
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他为人处世，总是克己复礼，深受大家尊敬。
tā wéirén chǔshì, zǒngshì kèjǐ fùlǐ, shēnshòu dàjiā zūnjìng. xuéxí yào kèjǐ fùlǐ, rènzhēn duìdài měi yījiàn shì.
He always behaves modestly and considerately, and is deeply respected by everyone.
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学习要克己复礼，认真对待每一件事。
tā wéirén chǔshì, zǒngshì kèjǐ fùlǐ, shēnshòu dàjiā zūnjìng. xuéxí yào kèjǐ fùlǐ, rènzhēn duìdài měi yījiàn shì.
We should be modest in our studies and take every task seriously.