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of Hwang Tt; Hsieh, who was minister of Instruction, and perfected the condition and manners of the) people; Ming, who, through his attention to the duties of his office, died in the waters ; Thang, who ruled the people with a benignant sway and cut off their oppressor; and king Wăn, who by his peaceful rule, and king Wa, who by his martial achievements, delivered the people from their afflictions. All these rendered distinguished services to the people.
As to the sun and moon, the stars and constellations, the people look up to them, while mountains, forests, streams, valleys, hills, and mountains supply them with the materials for use which they require. Only men and things of this character were admitted into the sacrificial canon.
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