fēnxiāngmàilǚ
deathbed concern for family
- deathbed concern for family
- Literally "distribute incense and sell sandals"; describes a man's lingering affection and concern for his wives and concubines when he is on his deathbed. The phrase refers to the historical anecdote of Cao Cao's will, in which he ordered his incense to be shared among his wives and instructed them to support themselves by weaving sandals.