舍我其谁 Who else but me?
Explanation
舍：除了。除了我还有哪一个？形容人敢于担当，遇有该做的事，决不退让。
Shě: except. Except me, who else? Describes a person who dares to take responsibility and never shies away from tasks.
Origin Story
战国时期，孟子游说诸侯，致力于推行他的政治主张。一次，齐宣王问他：“治理国家，你有什么高见？”孟子侃侃而谈，阐述了“仁政”的理念，并举例说明如何施行仁政，使国家强盛。齐宣王听后似懂非懂，半信半疑。孟子见齐宣王犹豫不决，便掷地有声地说：“如欲平治天下，当今之世，舍我其谁也？”这豪迈的宣示，既表达了他对自身能力的自信，也显示了他对国家安危的责任感。齐宣王虽然没完全采纳孟子的建议，但也被他强烈的责任感和自信所感染。
During the Warring States period, Mencius traveled among the feudal lords, endeavoring to promote his political ideals. Once, King Xuan of Qi asked him, "What is your opinion on governing the country?" Mencius spoke eloquently, expounding upon the concept of "benevolent governance" and illustrating how it could lead to national prosperity. King Xuan, after listening, seemed to understand only partially and was somewhat doubtful. Observing King Xuan's hesitation, Mencius declared forcefully, "If one wishes to bring peace to the world, who in this day and age is more suitable than I?" This bold declaration expressed not only his self-confidence in his abilities but also his sense of responsibility towards the nation's well-being. King Xuan, while not entirely accepting Mencius' suggestions, was nonetheless moved by his strong sense of responsibility and self-assurance.
Usage
用于形容人勇于承担责任，不推诿。常用于表达决心和自信。
Used to describe someone who bravely takes responsibility and does not shirk it. Often used to express determination and self-confidence.
Examples
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国家危难之际，舍我其谁？
guojia weinan zhi ji, she wo qi shui?
In times of national crisis, who else but me?
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面对挑战，他挺身而出，舍我其谁！
mian dui tiaozhan, ta tingshen er chu, she wo qi shui!
Faced with a challenge, he stepped forward bravely, who else but him!