The Story of Sima Guang Breaking the Jar
Once upon a time, in the ancient Chinese capital of Kaifeng, there lived a young boy named Sima Guang. He was known for his intelligence and bravery among his peers.
One sunny afternoon, Sima Guang was playing with his friends near a pond in the courtyard of his home. Suddenly, they heard a loud scream from the other side of the pond. Running over, they saw a little girl struggling in the water, unable to reach the shore.
The children were terrified and didn’t know what to do. Sima Guang, however, thought quickly. He noticed an old jar lying nearby. Without hesitation, he picked it up and smashed it against the ground, creating a hole in the ground.
The water started to drain out of the pond, and the little girl was able to reach the shore safely. The other children cheered, amazed at Sima Guang’s cleverness.
From that day on, Sima Guang became famous for his bravery and intelligence. The story of him breaking the jar to save the little girl spread far and wide, and he was hailed as a hero.
And so, the tale of Sima Guang breaking the jar has become a classic Chinese story, teaching us the importance of quick thinking and bravery in the face of danger.
