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世子In teaching the heir-sons (of the king and feudal princes), and young men (chosen from their aptitude) for 'learning',
the subjects were different at different seasons.
In spring and summer they were taught the use of the shield and spear; in autumn and winter that of the feather and flute - all in the eastern school.
The inferior directors of music taught the use of the shield aided by the great assistants.
The flute masters taught the use of the spear,
aided by the subdirectors,
while the assistants regulated by the drum (the chanting of) the Nan.
In spring they recited (the pieces), and in summer they played on the guitar,
being taught by the grand master
in the Hall of the Blind. In autumn they learned ceremonies,
being instructed by the masters of ceremonies.
In winter they read the book of History,
being instructed by the guardians of it.
Ceremonies were taught in the Hall of the Blind;
the book in the upper school.


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