During the Warring States Period, there was a time when a hundred flowers were contending and all kinds of ideas were extremely splendid. However, with the First Emperor of Qin burning books and humiliating Confucians, and Emperor Wu of the Han only respecting Confucianism, Chinese culture entered a dark age...
In the early Warring States Period, famous scholars were interested in semantic logic, Taoists were interested in the field of pure rationality, and Mohists were interested in experimental verification. They were the only three schools that had hope of converging and developing into something similar to natural science. However, after Qin Shihuang, famous scholars were regarded as "useless and sophistry". " But died young, the Mohist family was destroyed because of "having no king and violating the prohibition", and the Taoist family was exiled because of "advocating freedom and respecting nature".
Legalism endows the power of autocratic monarchy, while Confucianism covers up the tyranny of totalitarian monarchy and is most favored by rulers. Therefore, "Confucianism and legalism" survive best...
It can be said that since ancient times, mathematics has never been valued in the land of China.
What causes this?
Fang Jun doesn't know either, but he thinks this is not just a simple reason of suppression and rejection by Confucianism, but it may be summed up as "without need, there will be no development"...
There are many masters of Confucianism and Chinese studies in history, but there are very few mathematicians, physicists, and chemists. The only ones who can be named are Zu Chongzhi and a few others, and there are also a few alchemists who pretend to be gods and ghosts. Some chemistry-related work, but nothing else.
This result is related to the talent selection system of feudal society. The imperial examination only tested the Four Books and Five Classics. Of course, everyone rushed to study the Four Books and Five Classics.
If pedicure is tested in the imperial examination, it is estimated that a number of pedicure masters will emerge...
Fang Jun dared to add arithmetic to the subjects of the imperial examination, so he naturally had to prepare a plan to deal with the criticism. The stinking problem of Confucian students thinking that they are self-centered did not only occur after they learned the eight-legged essay in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It can only be said that they became more and more mature at that time. It's just getting more serious.
Even if arithmetic cannot be included as one of the main subjects in the imperial examination, it must be added to make literati all over the world realize the importance of this subject.
"May I ask Mr. Wei, what kind of talents will the Tang Dynasty need in the future?"
Fang Jun turned from defense to offense.
Wei Zheng didn't expect Fang Jun to ask him a question in return. He pondered for a moment and said, "I am a young gentleman who is loyal to the emperor and serves the country."
Fang Jun seemed to have expected that he would answer this way, and said with a smile: "I understand that you care so much about Ming Jing, Jinshi and other subjects. We are all disciples of Confucius. We do not avoid relatives when we promote virtuous people. Everyone hopes that the whole court will be full of people." Like-minded people. But the question is, is it necessary to study the Four Books and Five Classics as a prerequisite for being loyal to the emperor and serving the country? Will loyal ministers who are loyal to the emperor and serve the country be able to govern the country well? "
Changsun Wuji interjected: "Studying the Four Books and Five Classics does not necessarily mean being loyal to the emperor and serving the country, but if you don't study the Four Books and Five Classics, you probably don't know that there is such a thing as being loyal to the emperor and serving the country. Therefore, the Confucian classics of the Four Books and Five Classics are the most important. As for arithmetic, it is really Small roads are not worth mentioning. A good nephew should distinguish priorities and not go astray."
This old fox is smiling, but what he says is hidden in his wits. As long as Fang Jun answers inappropriately, he will most likely offend all the Confucian disciples in the world!
Ma Zhou smiled and said nothing, watching how Fang Jun answered.
Fang Xuanling was there, drinking tea with her head down, but seemed to have no intention of speaking...
But how could Fang Jun fail to see the trap Changsun Wuji dug?
"This is the lobby of the Ministry of Rites. What we are discussing is a national event that will last for thousands of generations in the Tang Dynasty. Although I always respect Duke Zhao, I would like to ask Duke Zhao to pay attention to the occasion, address each other by official positions, and refrain from talking about personal friendships. Dear nephew and uncle Such a title is not dignified enough."
Fang Jun looked at Changsun Wuji seriously and said.
Changsun Wuji was stunned for a moment, and then got angry: "Then why did the Marquis of Xinxiang call Wei Gong just now?"
You can call Wei Gong, but I can't call you nephew? It is simply unreasonable for you to teach me a lesson that is just and right!
"Is this happening?" Fang Jun blinked cutely and asked Wei Zheng suspiciously.
Wei Zheng nodded helplessly, thinking to himself that this boy didn't know what was going on. Why was his relationship with Changsun Wuji so tense? There were so many people present, but they didn't give any face. This was to offend the arrogant and proud Changsun Wuji, who claimed to be the number one meritorious figure in the Tang Dynasty, to death...
Changsun Wuji waited for Fang Jun angrily, and Wei Zheng even admitted it. Let me see how you kid can justify your words!
"This..." Fang Jun seemed a little embarrassed, with an embarrassed smile on his black face, and complained to Changsun Wuji: "This is your fault, Duke Zhao. As the head of hundreds of officials, you should always maintain dignity and dignity. , and should remind colleagues who have made mistakes. Since you have discovered my wrong address, why don't you point it out for me, so that you can be more strict with yourself in the future, but instead make the same mistake as me? People who understand say that you are helping me to abuse and indulging my juniors. Those who don’t understand think you have ulterior motives and deliberately don’t remind me, just waiting for the younger generation to make bigger mistakes in the future..."
After saying this, everyone present looked at Fang Jun with different expressions.
Wei Zheng slightly squinted his cloudy old eyes, as if he was meeting Fang Jun for the first time. He thought to himself that although this kid might have been around for a while, he didn't realize that he was born to be an official! Look at what he said, he actually opened a small sack and put the old fox Changsun Wuji inside...
Lao Wei and Kong Yingda looked at each other, feeling connected with each other——
have a future!
Ma Zhou and Cen Wenwen, on the other hand, suppressed their laughter and expressed that they were happy to see the success of Changsun Wuji...
Fang Xuanling smiled bitterly in her heart, how could this bastard specifically go against Changsun Wuji? Not only Changsun Wuji, but also Changsun Chong was not friendly enough. He didn't think it was because Shenji Camp was robbed by Changsun Chong, because it seemed that this brat had been at loggerheads with Changsun's father and son from a long time ago.
Could it be...
Fang Xuanling suddenly remembered the rumors among the people. Could it be that this boy really fell in love with Princess Changle?
He couldn't help but glance at Changsun Wuji worriedly, thinking that if this was really the case, it would be a big trouble...
Changsun Wuji was almost fuming with anger!
This little bastard is so shameless! After all, he is a marquis and holds the title of Minister of Rites. How can he be so shameless? Although your father is a stubborn and unpleasant person, he is still a gentleman. How come you, you bastard, are not like you at all?
"Since the Marquis of Xinxiang knows that this is a discussion of state affairs, please get back to the business. Don't say those children's words, which will make people laugh in vain!" Changsun Wuji was so angry that he couldn't vent his anger. He was too lazy to mess around with Fang Jun. Loss of identity...
"Thank you Duke Zhao for your teachings. I will definitely remember your lessons in my humble position. I will keep my body upright and be strict with myself..." One sentence almost made Changsun Wuji angry. Fang Juncai said slowly: "The question I just asked is actually between Duke Wei and me." Uncle Changsun did not give an answer..."
"boom"
Before he finished speaking, he saw Changsun Wuji standing up angrily, then kicked over the chair and walked away angrily.
This roommate is so deceptive!
The co-author has just done some harm to us, and when he turns around, you are called uncle again, and Changsun Wuji almost explodes with anger! But so what? He couldn't be beaten or scolded. There was nothing he could do about this bastard, so he just walked away!
Fang Xuanling scolded helplessly: "You kid, do you still have the respect for your elders in your eyes?"
Fang Jun hurriedly said: "As Minister Zuopushe, you can set an example! When discussing national affairs, please use your official position befitting..."
Fang Xuanling was so angry that she blew her beard and stared, wanting to curse: Get the hell out of you!
Kong Yingda shook his head and smiled bitterly: "You lazy boy... do it, do it, be worthy of your official position... business matters are important, and someone is messing around! Now that Zhao Guogong is angry, how can we discuss the imperial examination system?"
"Your Majesty has decreed that preparations for this imperial examination will be made up of the six important ministers here and four ministers and above from the Ministry of Rites. Whenever a difficult decision is encountered, democratic methods will be adopted. Each person has one vote, and the minority will obey the majority. . In order to facilitate future co-ordination and operation, I have given it a name, called the 'Imperial Examination System Preparatory Committee'. There are eleven members in total. Any disputes can be decided by vote, so the absence of Zhao Guogong is actually not a big problem..."
Fang Jun explained with a smile.
Cen Wenwen praised: "This method is good. It avoids having to argue with each other about things that are really difficult to decide, and miss the main business. In the end, we have to ask His Majesty for the Holy Judgment. If this method can be implemented in all ministries and yamen, it will definitely come true." It can greatly improve work efficiency, which is wonderful!”
"Cen Gong is wise..." Fang Jun extended his thumbs up in admiration.
One word about the political system a thousand years later, Cen Wenwen indeed deserves the title of "talented prime minister".
