Beginner10:12

Beat the grass to scare the snake

The video explains the Chinese idiom "打草惊蛇" which means "startle the snake while trying to catch the grass." It tells a story about a corrupt official named Wang Lu who realizes the danger of exposing his corruption before targeting his subordinates, showing the importance of careful planning to avoid unnecessary risks.

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Published on 2023-05-20

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