| 释义 |
明哲保身 | míng zhé bǎo shēn | Being understanding and philosophical, one can preserve himself (to survive). (literal) • Think much, speak little, and write less. • A good name is sooner lost than won. • Be worldly wise and play safe. • Look to one’s laurels. [反义] 置生死于度外 Heedless of consequences. [源] 诗经·大雅·烝民：“既明且哲，以保其身。” |