For the sake of the country

For the sake of the country

As a Chinese idiom, Pinyin is x ù NGU ó w à ngsh ē n, which means to be loyal to the country and ignore personal gains and losses and safety. It comes from the official system given to Pei long by Bai Juyi of Tang Dynasty.

Idiom usage

Used as a predicate; used in writing

Analysis of Idioms

Synonym: sacrifice one's life to forget one's death, sacrifice oneself for others antonym: selfishness

The origin of Idioms

Bai Juyi's official system for Pei Xun in Tang Dynasty: "therefore, Pei Xun, the prince's guest, is loyal, upright, respectful and prudent. He is reasonable, courteous and devoted to his country."

Idiom explanation

Favoritism: sacrifice for the country. To be loyal to the country and ignore personal gains and losses and safety.