grinding using a rock mortar
promulgation of an imperial rescript
Too many chiefs, not enough Indians
talking through the night
Relaxed and calm
degenerating health
Fearless
a serene pool of water
springtime calm
large military banner
Largely the same; Essentially the same
The wicked give us reason to preach righteousness
Better to be a big fish in a small pond than a small fish in a big pond
large flag emblazoned with general's symbol
uncivilized barbarians
Better too much than not enough