The six-dimensional pictures of emperors of all dynasties were exposed, and the ancestors panicked

Chapter 339 God won’t give you long.

On the canopy.

Inside the Bianliang Palace.

Guo Rong, dressed in casual clothes, looked at His Highness and his ministers with high spirits.

All the ministers bowed their heads in silence, listening to the emperor's edict.

"The edict: The officials of the two provinces of Wen Zi officials and Hanlin academicians."

"Those who have served in the vassal states, the imperial court, or the prefectures and counties should each nominate one person who is qualified to be a county magistrate or a recorder and military officer."

"We must be clear-headed, prudent, fair, diligent and conscientious."

"Those who have served as magistrates or registrars may also be mentioned and promoted."

"There is no restriction on the selection or the qualifications. Even close relatives are not a problem. The sponsor only needs to submit a statement."

"However, if the officials in office are corrupt and unfair, cowardly and indifferent, or their duties are abolished, or their decisions are inconsistent with the law."

"And we shall consider the severity of the case and hold the person responsible responsible."

Everyone in the hall was stunned for a moment, then raised their eyebrows.

Just when I was about to cheer, I heard someone else’s words unfinished.

"Yes, civil and military officials both inside and outside the country."

"If you have any observations or hearings in the future, you may submit memorials to express your admonitions."

"I can speak out my shortcomings and faults."

"If there are flaws in current politics, don't hide them."

"Seek only the name and reality, not the vanity."

"I don't write in a sloppy way, but I write what I mean."

The words just fell!

The cheers of "Long live the emperor" shook the earth!

……

[In February 955 AD, Emperor Shizong of Zhou issued an edict, which is known in history as the "Edict Seeking Advice"]

[Let the ministers not have to worry about anything, and freely analyze the past and future of the Great Zhou, and talk about the gains and losses. ]

【Wang Pu then submitted the "Strategy for Peace on the Border" to determine the general situation of the country.】

……

On the canopy,
"The Strategy for Pacificating the Border" slowly unfolds.

First go to Jianghuai, then go to Jiangnan.

Then go down to Jinghu and Nanhan;
Then go down to Bashu, and then head north to Youyan.

Finally, he went to Hedong Liu family.

……

The period of Emperor Wen of the Han Dynasty
"This is the benefit of being a benevolent government official."

Liu Heng clapped his hands and sighed.

"First, they imposed orders, forcing officials to recommend talented people to show their determination to reform."

"I will issue an imperial edict again, and anyone can submit a memorial at will to comment directly on the success or failure of the administration."

"This is to tell the world that he wants to govern the country with integrity!"

"You should learn more from him."

Liu Qi was extremely calm.

Whenever a good person appears, let me learn from him.

Can I learn it?

……

The period of Emperor Jing of the Han Dynasty
"You should learn more from him."

Liu Qi held his fat son in his arms and said seriously:
"Look, he is not only humble and cautious, but also sincere to others."

"I can also hear the merits and demerits of officials, so that I can hear more widely!"

"If you treat others with sincerity, others will treat you with sincerity."

"Isn't this the 'Strategy for Pacificating the Border'? Look how well it's written!"

Little Liu Che rolled his eyes.

This prince is laughing to death.

I!
Old Liu’s family!
The Emperor of the Liu family!

Treat others with sincerity? !
Dad, have you drunk too much?
It’s better to be honest when employing people.

"Father, you understand! What's so good about it?"

"Cheer doesn't understand!"

Grabbing his hair bun, little Liu Che began to find trouble for his father.

Liu Qi's face turned dark.

This little bastard did it on purpose!

I can tell with my butt that this guy must be waiting for me at Zhou Yafu's place again!

"You are already seven years old! You can't even understand this!"

"Go and copy the Zuo Zhuan!"

Putting little Liu Che on the bed, Liu Qi waved his hand.

Little Liu Che looked at Liu Qi and walked out quickly.

The old man is using his power to bully others! He has no moral principles!

……

Ji Han (Three Xing Han Timeline)

Looking at that magnificent article, Cao Cao's old problem came back again.

"The planning is clear and the command is steady."

"He is a man of great spirit and vigor, and he is resourceful and decisive."

"Looking at this spirit, there is no other great writing in the Five Dynasties that can surpass this!"

"And this plan to stabilize the Central Plains is no less than Kong Ming's "Longzhong Plan"!"

"What a talent!"

Liu Bei glanced at Cao Cao.

Can you call him Kong Ming?

"General Cao should be called the Military Advisor and Lieutenant General."

Cao Cao smiled when he heard this, raised his glass and said:
"Kong Ming! Oh no!... Military Advisor and Lieutenant General, I am too reckless. I will drink three cups as punishment!"

Liu Bei looked unfriendly.

Bastard! You did it on purpose!
……

【Since the end of the Tang Dynasty, Buddhism has developed rapidly, monks have been exempted from military service and taxation, and a large number of laborers and land have flowed into temples. 】

【During the reign of Emperor Shizong of Zhou, there were 33,054 temples in the territory.】

[There were ninety states in the Later Zhou Dynasty, and on average there were more than three hundred temples in each state.]

[In May 955 AD, Emperor Shizong of Zhou issued an edict that "all temples not granted by imperial decree shall be abolished"]

【Abolish all temples in prefectures, counties, and towns that were not authorized by the imperial court, and strictly control the ordination and ordination of monks.】

[The "false claim of resurrection of the soul, the magic of holy water and holy lamp"]

[Superstitions such as "sacrificing one's body, burning arms, refining fingers, nailing and cutting off hands and feet, and wearing bells and hanging lanterns" are all prohibited. ]

【It was decreed that anyone who wanted to become a monk must obtain the consent of their parents and grandparents, and must take an exam to recite 100 pages of scriptures, or read 500 pages of scriptures before they could become a monk. Anyone who became a monk without passing the exam would not be recognized as a monk or nun.】

[Ordered that the bronze Buddha statues in the temples be taken over by the government to be used to mint coins. Those who refused to exchange them for items of equal value would be beheaded if they were worth more than five catties.]

[In that year, more than 30,000 temples were abolished and 61,200 monks and nuns returned to secular life.]

……

On the canopy.

"Your Majesty, I am afraid that the Buddha will blame you for this trip."

Guo Rong looked at the ministers in front of him, some of whom were anxious, some could not hide their anger, and some were smiling, and said frankly:

"Don't doubt me for destroying Buddhism."

"The Buddha teaches the common people with good ways." "If you are determined to do good, you believe in Buddha."

"What kind of Buddha are those bronze statues?"

"Moreover, the meaning of Buddhism is to benefit others. Even a head or an eye can be donated to those in need."

"If my body can be used to help the people, I will never be stingy!"

……

{These are the words of the Holy Lord!}

{Based on these remarks, Chai Rong is definitely the most far-sighted person in the past Five Dynasties!}

{In order to solve the problem of copper coin shortage, Zhou Shizong even sent people to Korea to purchase raw copper, but distant water cannot quench immediate thirst.}
{Strike back at Buddhism not only helps avoid the waste of social resources, but also solves the copper coin problem, which can be said to kill two birds with one stone.}
{What a pity! If Chai Rong had not died early from a serious illness, would there have been another prosperous Tang Dynasty with peace and prosperity?}
{The lingering length of history lies in the fact that it gives future generations endless hypotheses that can never be proven.}
……

The following week.

There was silence in the camp.

Your Majesty...died early?
"Pfft!"

Some people couldn't bear the blow and sat down on the ground.

Some people's eyes instantly turned red.

Guo Rong was flustered but remained calm.

Seeing everyone losing their composure, I felt a little touched, but also a little determined!
"My lords."

Everyone looked at Guo Rong, and saw the emperor's eyes were red as he said:
"The sky has already been set, I don't think it will last long."

"His Majesty!"

Raising his hand, Guo Rong said with a hint of sadness:
"But I cannot trust the people, the people of Youzhou."

"Over the years, I have enjoyed delicious food in the palace, but have done nothing for the common people while enjoying official positions. I feel ashamed."

"Since I can't grow crops to eat, I have no choice but to go out and fight the dangers of flying arrows and falling rocks to eliminate harm for the people!"

"My Lords, this is my last wish."

"I hope you all will help me recover Youzhou!"

The generals looked at each other.

"Done!"

Zhao Kuangyin stepped forward, knelt on one knee and said:

"I am willing to be the first to ascend the battlefield! Conquer Youzhou!"

When everyone saw this, they all started to ask for a fight.

"I ask for a fight! I will never miss a shot!"

"I come!!!"

"You can't do it, I have to do it!"

Guo Rong looked at him and smiled at Zhao Kuangyin.

……

[In October 958, the emperor sent people including Ai Ying, the Grand Chamberlain, to "go to various states to determine the land rents."]

[“Miao Envoys” were stationed in local areas to check the number of acres of land and then collect taxes based on the acreage. Even the Confucius Temple where the great sage Confucius was located had to pay taxes, and not a single copper coin could be less!]

[At the same time, an imperial decree was issued: From now on, one dou will be levied for every hu.]

[One hu is equal to ten dou, so this policy is equivalent to allowing a loss of one tenth of the dou when traveling from place A to place B.]

[In terms of economy, Zhou Shizong evened out taxes, dredged the canal, built water conservancy projects, restricted temples, rectified the currency, and encouraged commerce. ]

[Politically, he punished illegal officials, rectified the bureaucratic officials, reformed the administrative agencies, and revised the "Da Zhou Criminal Code". ]

【Through these measures, Zhou Shizong not only consolidated his power, but also developed the economy, and at the same time rectified the political order, creating favorable conditions for embarking on the cause of unification. 】

……

Great Song.

Zhao Kuangyin stared at the sky for a long time without saying a word.

The two people who had the greatest influence on his life were the Guo father and son.

On the day he ascended the throne, Emperor Taizu of Zhou issued an edict that all officials in charge of granaries and treasuries were forbidden to accept "surplus or loss".

This means that all practices of taking advantage of the people by creating other names outside the prescribed names will be banned.

All the previous systems of paying tribute as "surplus" were abolished.

"Increase the amount of surplus income and collect twice the tax expenditure."

"Surplus" also means "surplus".

It is one of the indicators for evaluating local officials.

The court had a budget for its operations, and it was almost used up by the end of the year.

However, when local officials collect rent and taxes, they often exceed the budget, which is called "surplus" or "surplus".

Local officials would then use this "surplus" to offer to the emperor in the hope of receiving a reward.

Often, "millions of pieces of silk" were presented to the imperial court, and the supply continued in an endless stream.

Zhou Taizu's edict awakened him.

On the surface, these were "eating the surplus" and contributing to the court, saving expenses and increasing income for the court, and should be called patriotic acts.

But in reality it was an act that harmed the people, as they ended up doubling the rent and withholding the awards.

Zhou Shizong's method made him understand more clearly what it meant to ensure that the people lived in peace and the country made profits without increasing taxes.

"If he hadn't died early..."

Zhao Kuangyi on the side added a sentence.

"I am worthy of Emperor Gaozu of Han."

……

Ming dynasty.

"Zhou Shizong, this is so clear!"

Zhu Yuanzhang expressed some admiration.

Zhou Shizong's attitude could not be clearer. He would never allow a minority to enjoy benefits at the expense of the interests of the majority, no matter how loud their slogans were!
Between the few well-dressed dignitaries and the ragged poor people, Zhou Shizong stood among the poor without hesitation!

"I……"

Zhu Yuanzhang was so excited that he almost gave an order to follow suit.

But the urge to escape returned.

Times are different and cannot be forced into integration.

During the Five Dynasties, the Kong family was nothing, and even the literati were nothing.

Zhou Shizong had the confidence to do so.

After all, without Sejong's support for you literati, you would still be suffering in the hands of the warriors of the Five Dynasties.

But not anymore...

Zhu Yuanzhang's face became uncertain.

Look again...look again...

Old Zhu was thinking about his own little plan in his mind.

If the literati of the Ming Dynasty in later generations showed the tendencies of the two Song Dynasties.

Who knows, we might really have to cut off its roots!
……

[In 956 AD, Zhou Shizong personally led his first expedition to Huainan. Most of the prefectures and counties north of the Yangtze River were owned by the Later Zhou, but he failed to capture Shouzhou, an important town of the Southern Tang. In order to compete with the Southern Tang navy, Zhou Shizong quickly built warships and established a navy.]

[In the spring of 957 AD, the Later Zhou army went to attack Southern Tang again. The navy of the Later Zhou Dynasty broke into the Huai River. Zhou Shizong crossed the Huai River at night and marched to Shouzhou. Under the attack from land and sea, Shouzhou surrendered.]

[In the autumn of the same year, he went on a third expedition to Huainan, successively conquered Hao, Si, Chu, Yang and other states, and completely destroyed the Southern Tang navy.]

[In 958 AD, the Southern Tang ceded states and counties between the Yangtze and Huaihe Rivers to seek peace with the Later Zhou.]

[In 959 AD, Zhou Shizong personally led the army to the north. ]

[On April 17, the Later Zhou army arrived in Cangzhou. Wang Hong, the Liao governor, was the first to surrender the city and march north. The army went straight from Cangzhou to the Liao territory, and many Liao garrisons surrendered.]

[Within 42 days, without a single drop of blood, we recovered the three passes of Yijin, Waqiao, and Yukou, the three states of Ning, Mo, and Ying, and seventeen counties.]

[On May 2, just as Zhou Shizong was preparing to continue his attack on Youzhou, he suddenly fell ill.]

[On May 30, Zhou Shizong led his army back to Bianliang for rest. He dismissed Zhang Yongde from his post as the chief inspector of the palace and ordered Zhao Kuangyin to take over. He also named his eldest son Chai Zongxun the Prince of Liang.]

[On June 959, , he died of illness in the Wansui Hall in Kaifeng at the age of . His posthumous title was Emperor Ruiwu Xiaowen, and his temple name was Emperor Shizong.]

[His son Chai Zongxun succeeded to the throne at the age of seven, and Empress Dowager Fu, the sister of Chai Zongxun's biological mother, governed the country.]

(End of this chapter)