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Chapter 174 Sejong's Pancake!

Ministry of Rites, Office of the Minister of Rites.

In the main seat, Jiang Zhao held a document and looked down.

From the Left and Right Vice Ministers down, more than twenty officials of the rites each had their own explanation.

Shi, Xian, Ren, Gao, Xuan, Zhong, Xiao.

The seven temple names all correspond to the achievements of the late emperor to some extent.

“Ren means benevolent governance.” One of them pondered and then said, “Using Ren as a temple name has never been done in ancient times, and it is relatively biased and cannot summarize the achievements of the late emperor. Let’s remove this temple name.”

The temple name Renzong is undoubtedly more in line with the late emperor's governing style.

The problem is that the specific level of this unprecedented temple name is not clear.

In comparison, it's better to remove it.

The Ministry of Rites had departments for ceremonial affairs, sacrifices, guests, and meals, all headed by a fifth-rank official named Langzhong. They were collectively referred to as Langzhong of the Ministry of Rites, but their powers and responsibilities differed.

The person who spoke just now was the Director of the Department of Rites and Ceremonies.

There were three other officials from the Ministry of Rites, one of whom was Sheng Hong, Jiang Zhao's father-in-law. He was a cautious man who rarely spoke.

As soon as he said it, many officials nodded in agreement.

The character "仁" (ren) is indeed not very suitable.

“Keep both ‘medium’ and ‘high’,” Jiang Zhao interjected.

The leader who restores the dynasty can be considered the best.

To build a great foundation is a noble endeavor.

Even among superior temple names, there are differences. The characters Tai, Shi, Gao, and Zhong represent the highest level of superior temple names.

Among them, the temple name of Emperor Taizong has already been occupied by the late Emperor Zhao Guangyi.

The character 世 (shì) not only signifies carrying on the past and ushering in the future, but also implies the transfer of lineage.

If we're really going to talk about it, it might be more suitable for the new emperor.

Of course, obtaining the temple name of Emperor Sejong was no easy task.

Jiang Zhao pondered for a moment, his gaze shifting slightly.

During Xihe's reign, the new emperor was one of five experienced members of the imperial clan.

At that time, he often used the promise of being "the greatest emperor of all time" to instill the idea of ​​territorial expansion in the five members of the imperial family.

The purpose was to maintain the new emperor's trust and favor.

It proved to be a great success.

Judging from the new emperor's every move, Zhao Ceying truly intends to become a "great emperor of all time".

Now that we've already eaten the "Emperor of a Thousand Ages" cake, let's stuff another one in!

King Sejong!

So, are you going to eat it or not?
Emperor Wu of Han, Liu Che, was a great emperor throughout history.

Sima Shi, the founder of the Western Jin Dynasty, was Emperor Shizong of Jin.

Fu Jian, the founder of the Former Qin dynasty, unified Guanzhong and became its first emperor.

Emperor Yuan Ke of the Northern Wei Dynasty expanded the territory to its zenith.

Emperor Shizong of Northern Zhou, Yuwen Yu, rectified officialdom and implemented the equal-field system.

Emperor Shizong of the Later Zhou Dynasty, Chai Rong, was hailed as "the most enlightened ruler of the Five Dynasties".

The temple name "Sejong" has never been anything less than perfect!

A less capable Emperor Sejong was a wise ruler, while a more capable one was a founder of a regime and a great emperor throughout history.

This temple name is absolutely a tempting prospect.

Emperor Shizong must keep him around to tempt Zhao Ceying at any time.

"Medium, high?"

More than twenty officials nodded in agreement.

The leader of ZTE and the founder of ZTE.

These two temple names definitely need to be presented.

“Emperor Shizong, there is an intention to transfer the lineage; please remove it,” Jiang Zhaoping said gently.

The decision was final and there were no objections.

“In that case, we must choose one of the three: Xian, Xuan, or Xiao,” said Hu Su, the Left Vice Minister of the Ministry of Rites, stroking his beard.

"The previous monarch with the temple name of 'Xiao' was actually Emperor Xiaozong of Western Qin, Qifu Chipan, who expanded the territory and brought Western Qin to its peak."

The monarch with the temple name "Xuan" was Emperor Xuanzong of Tang, Li Chen, who ascended the throne through forbearance and consolidated the borders. The monarch with the temple name "Xian" was Emperor Xianzu of Northern Qi, Gao Yang, who established a dynasty. "Wu Kui, the Right Vice Minister of the Ministry of Rites, added."

As superior temple names, Xiao, Xuan, and Xian all correspond to decent rulers. If we had to rank them, Xiao might be slightly better.

Filial piety is the foremost of all virtues. Compared to words like "literary" and "martial," which are not inherently positive, filial piety, to a certain extent, also serves as a moral support for Confucian society.

However, the difference is only slight and the increase is limited.

“His governance was remarkable, and his actions were decisive and clear-headed, which is evident; he inherited the legacy and rectified the chaos, which is filial piety; his civil administration was excellent, and the people’s livelihood was stable, which is illustrious.”

"How about we leave the character 'Xuan' behind?" asked Wu Kui, the Right Vice Minister of the Ministry of Rites, without giving a specific reason.

The matter was left unresolved; the officials in charge of rites all knew why Xuan was chosen.

He acted decisively, while the late emperor was somewhat indecisive, which had nothing to do with the character "Xian".

Between Xiao and Xuan, the character Xuan is definitely more in line with the government's governance.

"can."

"That's fine too."

There were many voices of approval, and although one or two people hesitated occasionally, they did not voice their opposition.

Jiang Zhao nodded, "In that case, it will be the three characters: Zhong, Gao, and Xuan."

"As for which temple name to choose, that still needs to be decided by the court."

After saying this, Jiang Zhao waved his hand and ordered, "You may all leave now."

"During the period of national mourning, the rules and regulations should be strictly followed, and you should remember to strictly perform your duties."

"promise."

More than twenty people bowed in unison and withdrew.

Jiang Zhaoping nodded and looked at the left and right vice ministers who were about to bow and leave.

"Has the location for the late emperor's mausoleum been decided?" Jiang Zhao asked.

Throughout history, the construction of imperial mausoleums has been a highly valued matter, with many emperors beginning construction of their tombs immediately upon ascending the throne.

During the Zhou Dynasty, influenced by the Confucian principle of "serving the dead as if they were alive," the construction of imperial tombs was often only initiated after the emperor's death, and the construction period was strictly limited to within seven months.

In the ninth year of the Kaibao era (960 AD), Emperor Taizu passed away. Construction of Yongchang Mausoleum began in December and was completed in April of the following year, taking five months.

In the third year of the Zhidao era (997), Emperor Taizong passed away. Construction of the Yongxi Mausoleum began in March and was completed in October, taking seven months.

In the first year of the Qianxing era (1022), Emperor Zhenzong passed away. Construction of the Yongding Mausoleum began in April and was completed in September, taking five months.

The reason for this is, of course, to avoid wasting manpower and resources.

Building a mausoleum that takes decades would cost a considerable amount of money.

In contrast, completing the project within July can, to some extent, control costs and reduce disruption to people's livelihoods.

Now that the late emperor has passed away, the same approach will be taken to build the Yongzhao Mausoleum.

The Imperial Observatory selected the mausoleum site, and the Ministry of Rites, the Ministry of Works, and the Ministry of Revenue worked together to construct it, with a very tight schedule.

“Henan Prefecture is located at the northern foot of Mount Song, about 150 li from the capital,” replied Wu Kui, the Right Vice Minister of the Ministry of Rites. “Recently, the Ministry of Works has been conscripting laborers, and it is estimated that construction will begin soon.”

"Hmm." Jiang Zhao instructed, "I'll leave the construction of the mausoleum to the Right Vice Minister."

When constructing imperial mausoleums, the Ministry of Rites was required to regulate the construction of mausoleums.

This is a matter of great importance, and Jiang Zhao will definitely make time to pay attention to it.

However, in addition to the chief official, there must be a person stationed at the mausoleum to oversee the rituals.

The Left Vice Minister Hu Su is already sixty-nine years old, which is too old.

Therefore, only Wu Kui, the Right Vice Minister, could shoulder this heavy responsibility.

"Your humble servant will do his best and dare not make any mistakes," Wu Kui quickly bowed.

Jiang Zhaoping nodded.

The setting sun was like blood, and twilight descended.

Royal study room.

As the emperor and his ministers faced each other, Jiang Zhao reported: "The officials of the Ministry of Rites have selected four temple names that can be proposed: Shi, Zhong, Gao, and Xuan. However, Shi implies a change of lineage, which may lead to misunderstandings. After discussion and deliberation, Zhong, Gao, and Xuan have been chosen as the three temple names that can be proposed."

Theoretically speaking, the proposed temple name can be discussed and debated in court.

However, in practice, it is still necessary to inform the emperor in advance so that he can make a decision ahead of time.

"World?"

Zhao Ceying immediately noticed the temple name that had been deliberately removed.

A change in lineage, a first-rate temple name!
His eyes lit up without him even realizing it.

(End of this chapter)