有原则 讲道义
“was principled and righteous.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
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“your Master, He Jingyuan,”
有原则 讲道义
“was principled and righteous.”
“He was a top-tier meritorious official of Great Yin.”
“Your teacher was utterly virtuous, which made him an easy target in political struggles.”
In Chinese historiography and drama, officials known for supreme righteousness (Dao Yi) often suffer tragic downfalls due to their refusal to compromise with corrupt court politics.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
to have principles; principled
A common positive appraisal for an individual with steadfast ethical boundaries.
to value justice; to uphold moral code
A formal collocation referring to conducting oneself strictly according to righteousness and duty.