Why does Zhai Qiubai consider himself a "scholar" in the old society?

Zhai Qiubai said that he is actually a "timid" scholar, and will not and will not kill a mouse. The real cowardice lies in his lack of political self-confidence and courage to fight for his own ideas. I often feel that there is some truth in what the other party says. I am familiar with Confucius' principle of loyalty and forgiveness. He also said that he has many typical "weak virtues"-patience, avoidance and kindness. I hope everyone is quiet and kind.

Qu Qiubai is a typical "man with ideas" rather than "man with actions". He is not a man with stubborn ideas, but a man with deep skepticism. At the same time, he has the temperament of an artist, and is also a descendant of the ancient "reading seeds". Traditional society used to be a paradise for such literati, but the 20th century became their hell. The new era and society no longer need such traditional literati.

Therefore, Zhai Qiubai thinks he is a "scholar" in the old days.