镇奸邪依法理
“punish the evil by law,”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
“is to uncover the truth exactly as it is,”
镇奸邪 依法理
“punish the evil by law,”
还苦主以公道
“and return justice to the wronged.”
Direct spoken expression in this communicative setting.
Chinese judicial culture historically emphasizes both legal statute and moral equity, where restoring 'justice' (gongdao) to victims is the ultimate duty of an upright magistrate.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
in accordance with the law and reason
A concise, classical-sounding phrase used in formal or judicial contexts to emphasize legal adherence.
treacherous and wicked people; villainy
A classical, literary noun referring to corrupt officials or nefarious evildoers.