Teaching by precept and example; influencing others through both words and actions.
言传用言语讲解、传授；身教以行动示范。既用言语来教导，又用行动来示范。指行动起模范作用。
《庄子·天道》语之所贵者意也，意有所随。意之所随者，不可以言传也。”
A good teacher uses yan chuan shen jiao to inspire students, not just lecturing but also demonstrating kindness.
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