Zhenguan Wenzong System

Chapter 127

On the 26th of the twelfth lunar month, the last court meeting at the end of the twelfth lunar month, apart from resolving the follow-up effects of the demotion of the clan and county kings a few days ago, the most important issue left was to change the Yuan.

It has been four months since Li Shimin succeeded to the throne, and the new year is approaching, so the matter of changing the Yuan is naturally imminent.According to the etiquette system, after discussing the name, there are follow-up etiquette and rewards, so the climax of the court meeting began after hastily talking about the clan.

The first item is the name of the Gaiyuan.

As Li Shimin's eldest brother-in-law, Changsun Wuji, as the Minister of the Ministry of Officials, was naturally the first to make a suggestion: "It's better to call it 'Yuanheng'." Everyone knows that changing the name of the Yuan Dynasty is very important, "Yuanheng" The two characters, explained in the Dayou hexagram of the "Book of Changes", "his virtue is vigorous and civilized, and he should act according to the sky, so he is Yuanheng."

This matter is just a matter of saying good things to Li Shimin, so everyone who is a bit knowledgeable should show it off at this time.

Changsun Wuji's word 'Yuanheng' kicked out all those who thought of saying 'Xianheng' first. 'Xianheng' comes from the Kun hexagram, and the content of Zheng'er Bajing is at the top of the "Book of Changes", and it is also the easiest to think of.But Changsun Wuji even talked about the sky, and those who talked about the earth were a little too low-key.

Pei Ji was also unwilling to be lonely, and said: "If you don't use the name of auspicious talisman. What the heavens give you must first give Furui. Isn't it a gift from heaven?" 'Yuanheng' seems to be a bit worse, but it is much better than 'Xianheng' and the like.

Another servant from the Ministry of Rites came out and suggested to Li Shimin: "Your Majesty, why don't you use the name 'Zhengxuan' to show the dignity of your ancestors and the prosperity of your descendants." The matter of the ancestors is also the meaning of Li Shimin's rectification of his name.

Later, some officials also came out to talk about their suggestions, which made Li Shimin a headache.

At first, he thought Changsun Wuji's suggestion was good, but the few that came out were not bad at all. Li Shimin was a little unsure about what to choose.

Seeing that Li Shimin was still a little hesitant, Luo Yan came out of the class and said, "It's better to call it 'Zhenguan'." Adhering to the idea that if he didn't say it anyway, others would say it, Luo Yan said these two words that are very deep in his memory. out of the mouth.The way of heaven and earth is also for those who watch the world.It means that the principles of heaven and earth face up to people.

Naturally, such a suggestion has been secretly praised by many people.Also from the "Book of Changes", Luo Yan's sentence is definitely much better than Changsun Wuji's.Returning to his seat, Luo Yan saw that quite a few officials began to nod, obviously, they were expressing their approval.

Next, of course it depends on Li Shimin, but with so many year names that feel good, it is really difficult for Li Shimin to choose one.After pondering for a while, Li Shimin was still hesitant which one to choose.After a long time, he chose to give up his choice.

Since Li Shimin hesitated, he needed the help of officials from the Ministry of Rites.After some debate, as expected by Luo Yan, the familiar name was settled.Listening to the final result, Luo Yan began to tremble with some excitement.In the eyes of others, it means that one's own suggestion has been adopted. As long as it is a name that has been associated with the country for decades, as long as it is an individual, it will be excited.But what Luo Yan was excited about was that the time he longed for had finally arrived.

Now that the year name has been decided, all that remains is the etiquette of changing the Yuan. These things are routine, so there is no need to discuss anything at the court meeting.

The main remaining issue is that of reward.

After the Yuan Dynasty was changed, rewarding ministers with meritorious deeds and amnesty for the world, these two things were indispensable.The first is the rewards for meritorious ministers. Originally, those who should be rewarded have been rewarded before. The rest are some old ministers who need some gifts to comfort them.But for this matter, it would be fine to distribute it along with the benefits of the Chinese New Year, and there is no need to make special arrangements.

The main thing is the issue of amnesty for the world.

Usually, those who amnesty the world, as long as they are not heinous, basically consider many crimes, and they can be released in five or six out of ten cases.This time was no exception. What the courtiers were discussing was the range of criminals who could be released.

Fortunately, these are not within the scope of Luo Yan's thinking. The main participating units of Amnesty World are the Ministry of Rites, the Ministry of Punishment and the three provinces, so it is enough for those big bosses to participate.

In the end, after some debate, the purpose of amnesty for the world was basically determined. If it is not a heinous crime, the dead will be converted into disciples, and the rest will be reduced to the third class.Basically, half of the prisons in the world will be empty.

After the court meeting, when we returned to the Hongwen Hall, the on-duty bachelors were also arranging the students' vacation.There are seven days off before and after the first lunar month, and the officials rest at home, so the students naturally have to follow the New Year, right?However, the bachelors of the Hongwen Hall are not merciful. It seems that homework during the holidays has existed since ancient times. Although there is no specific homework assigned, no matter who it is, there will be a quiz after the holiday.

The content of the quiz is all the content that has been taught before, and no mistakes are allowed. If you fail, you will receive [-] strokes from the hand and [-] strokes from the scriptures.

It is obvious that corporal punishment is used to intimidate students, but this trick works.Luo Yan saw that he had been crying since he was a child, but he was very happy.They were masters and apprentices during the class, but after the class, Luo Yan became friends with them, especially the little guys he taught, all of them were ghostly, Luo Yan liked these children very much.So at this time, gloating at other people's misfortunes is also a bit of a joke.

After the bachelor on duty went out, Cheng Chubi immediately ran over and hugged Luo Yan's leg. "Professor Luo, tell me quickly what to do in the quiz. It hurts to beat my hand, and my grandpa will scold me after beating me." Cheng Chubi said this, the children who are just learning have experience, let's not say anything, first Surround Luo Yan.There is a posture of not letting Luo Yan go if Luo Yan doesn't say anything.

Suppressing a smile, Luo Yan said with a stern face: "How decent is Cheng, you don't want to think about how to study your homework, but you come up with such a sneaky way, just rely on this, you don't have to wait until the quiz, I will Now I will judge you to be unqualified." Children, sometimes you have to coax them, but you can't get used to them all, you still have to clean up.

Seeing being reprimanded by himself, Cheng Chubi let go of his hand and stood aside obediently. The other children also looked tearful. Luo Yan sighed and said, "Go back to your place. I will wait for you for a few days. Give a lesson."

Hearing that there will be lectures, the drooping faces of the children are even more depressing.On the contrary, those who were studying the scriptures became interested after seeing Luo Yan going back and forth like this, and they were not in a hurry to leave, waiting to hear what Luo Yan had to say.

"The first eight sentences of "Disciple Regulations,"" Luo Yan always said concisely, meaning to let the children recite the first eight sentences.

A few short sentences, accompanied by a crisp childish voice, seem to make people feel that it is not time for vacation yet.After the children had finished reciting these eight lines, Luo Yan said slowly: "Practice what you have learned is writing. Little examiners, just examine your attitude towards learning, and remind you, don't play all day and forget to read. Little examiners Examination is called art, and the artisan has thousands of changes, whether it is silent writing, or reciting, or copying scriptures, it is just a form. Learning is called Tao, and the Tao is the root of all changes.”

"If you can turn the eight sentences you recited just now into the principles of your actions, why should I wait to write questions for this quiz." Looking at the children, some of them turned to listen to the scriptures, Luo Yan said: "Before I came to the Hongwen Museum, my teacher asked me what I have done. , although I don’t have a photographic memory, I can still recite it after reading it several times. As for the interpretation, I have also done "The Analects of Confucius". However, even so, I feel that I have not accomplished anything, especially the practice. "

"Knowledge is easier than practice, you just read a book today. If you are so lazy in the future, you will not bring disaster to the country and the people." While asking these people, Luo Yan is also introspecting himself, so At this time, he did not speak to a group of children, but raised his head and looked at the sky.

"Teacher assistant, I realized I was wrong." The older children showed a thoughtful look, while the younger children took Luo Yan's words as a reprimand, so they admitted their mistake with some sobs.

Seeing his emotions, which only played the role of scolding others, Luo Yan also looked helpless.There is no way, but to let a group of children go home early.

Back at Lu Deming's residence, Luo Yan found Lu Deming with great interest.He taught the children today, but he also gained a lot, so he can't wait to see his teacher right now, and tell what he has learned, so that Lu Deming can comment.

After listening to Luo Yan's narration, Lu Deming said: "You put what you have learned into practical use well. Confucian scholars like me, if reading is just for entertainment, then it is no different from drinking tea and chatting. It is to cultivate one's morality and to talk about Taoism. Mystery is enough. Why bother teaching and educating people to become an official. It’s just what you have learned in your chest, not only to cultivate virtue internally, but also to cultivate reputation externally. Where does fame come from? But that's the case. It seems that you have slowly found your own path, so I can rest assured."

The old man is speaking more and more slowly now. He is getting older and his body is a little weak. At this time, being able to listen to Luo Yan and talk so much in one breath shows Lu Deming's closeness to Luo Yan.

After Luo Yan listened, he bowed and said: "I just have some eyebrows now, but just like the teacher said, I will die after I die, and I must use what I have learned in my chest to benefit Shengli. This is the way of a disciple. "

Lu Deming praised with some satisfaction: "Since I found it, I will continue to do it. I am old as a teacher, and I can't live for a few years. I won't see you make some achievements. No matter when and where, don't forget the original intention."

Looking at Lu Deming's aging face, Luo Yan lowered his head and wept.A man doesn't flick his tears easily, but he doesn't reach the sad point.

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