齐大臣沈同私下会见孟子，询问"燕可伐与"？这一问并非空穴来风，当时燕王子哙让国于相国子之，太 子平与将军市反叛，攻子之而不胜，燕国大乱。数月内，死者过万，百姓离志，似乎正是出兵的好时 机。而孟子也指出燕王将君位私相授受，不得天子之命，是有罪而可伐。可以想象，沈同必然将孟子的 表态回报给了齐王，按照《史记·燕召公世家》的记载："孟轲谓齐王曰：'今伐燕，此文、武之时，不 可失也。'"司马迁也以为，孟子在此次事件中是积极推动的。从结果来看，齐国也确实取得了初步的胜 利："王因令章子将五都之兵，以因北地之众以伐燕。士卒不战，城门不闭，燕君哙死，齐大胜。"但在 《公孙丑下》的这条文本中，齐国伐燕之后，有人问孟子可曾劝齐伐燕，孟子却否认了。孟子称，他对 曰"可"，仅就燕可以被伐而言，而非就齐可以伐燕而言。他明确指出，唯有天吏，方可以伐燕。那么， 何者方可以称为天吏呢？赵岐注云："天吏者，天使也。为政当为天所使，诛伐无道，故谓之天吏 也。"《说文解字》释"吏"云："吏，治人者也。"天吏，即天所命，使之治人、为政者也。为此，孟子 进一步举例阐明："今有杀人者，或问之曰'人可杀与'？则将应之曰'可'。彼如曰'孰可以杀之'？则将 ...

Core Viewpoint - The New Fourth Army Memorial Hall in Yancheng, Jiangsu, serves as a significant historical site that reflects the heroic spirit of the New Fourth Army and its connection with the people during the Anti-Japanese War, showcasing over 18,000 artifacts that narrate the army's history and its bond with the local populace [6][7][11]. Group 1: Historical Significance - The New Fourth Army Memorial Hall is the only comprehensive memorial dedicated to the history of the New Fourth Army, housing over 18,000 artifacts that tell the story of loyalty and the connection between the army and the people [7][11]. - The memorial features a large sculpture titled "Iron Army Loyal Soul," depicting guerrilla fighters, symbolizing the unity and bravery of the New Fourth Army during the war [7]. - The New Fourth Army was formed after the July 7 Incident, with the Communist Party promoting cooperation between the Kuomintang and the Communist Party, leading to the establishment of the New Fourth Army [8][11]. Group 2: Community Engagement - The New Fourth Army's efforts to build a seawall in 1941, known as "Song Gong Dyke," involved over 20,000 local workers and is a testament to the army's commitment to the welfare of the people [10]. - The memorial emphasizes the strong bond between the New Fourth Army and the local community, as reflected in the popular song "Eat Cabbage Heart," which encouraged enlistment and highlighted the army's dedication to the people [10][11]. - The memorial has initiated various educational programs, including a themed party class and a letter-writing campaign for students to connect with revolutionary history, fostering a sense of patriotism and historical awareness among the youth [12][13]. Group 3: Legacy and Impact - Throughout the Anti-Japanese War, the New Fourth Army engaged in over 24,600 battles, resulting in the elimination of more than 470,000 enemy troops, showcasing its significant role in the war [11]. - The New Fourth Army grew from over 10,000 members at its inception to more than 210,000 main troops, becoming a crucial force in the anti-Japanese struggle in Central China [11]. - The memorial's exhibitions and educational initiatives aim to preserve the legacy of the New Fourth Army and its contributions, ensuring that the history and sacrifices of its soldiers are remembered by future generations [12][13].