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Xun Zi
Quarreling over food and drink, having neither scruples nor shame, not knowing right from wrong, not trying to avoid death or injury, not fearful of greater strength or of greater numbers, greedily aware only of food and drink - such is the bravery of the
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Xun Zi describes a kind of foolish boldness driven solely by hunger and thirst, where people act without moral judgment or concern for danger. This behavior shows a lack of self-control and awareness, focusing only on satisfying immediate needs regardless of consequences.
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