The Mingyu of Prehistoric Times

Chapter 44o Ji Zhou’s House Dynasty Shang Tang

All the princes followed King Wu and Ziya to the Nine Rooms Hall, and saw the generals and leaders under Dan's command squeezing against each other and crowding on both sides. w-W-w.7-K-aNKan.c-o-m. Ziya passed the order: "Senior soldiers, go first and put out the fire in the palace."

King Wu said to Ziya: "King Zhou is unethical and brutally abuses the people, and the six palaces are still beside King Zhou, among which the maids and eunuchs were killed even more miserably. Today when the sergeant goes to put out the fire, he will inevitably hurt these innocent people. My father-in-law should give the order first. Forbid, don’t let those who have just escaped from suffering suffer again.”

After hearing this, Ziya hurriedly sent an order: "All sergeants and generals are only allowed to put out fires and are not allowed to commit violence at will. Anyone who dares to violate military orders, take away an artifact from the palace or kill a person without authorization will be beheaded in public and will never be tolerated. You must Understand this."

As soon as he finished speaking, the palace maids, guards, eunuchs, and military officers all shouted: "Long live." King Wu immediately watched the sergeants put out the fire with the other princes in the nine rooms palace.

King Wu suddenly raised his head and saw twenty large yellow copper pillars lined up on both sides on the east side of the hall, saying. "What are these copper pillars?" Ziya said, "These copper pillars are the punishment of burning with cannons created by King Zhou."

King Wu said: "It's so good, so good. Not only did the people who were about to be punished die extremely painfully, but even today I feel frightened when I look at it. Emperor Zhou is really too cruel."

Jiang Ziya led King Wu into the harem and downstairs to the Star Reaching Tower. Inside the basin, he saw snakes and scorpions writhing up and down, bones everywhere, and skeletons rolling around. I saw the dark wind blowing miserably in the wine pond, and the cold mist under the meat forest. King Wu asked: "What's the reason for this?" Ziya said: "This is a silkworm basin made by Feng Zhou, used to kill palace people. On the left and right are the wine pond and the meat forest."

King Wu said: "It's so tragic that Emperor Zhou has no kindness and generosity, and he has reached such a point." After saying this, he felt very sad. King Wu came to the Star-Zhailing Tower and saw that the remaining fire was still there and the smoke had not stopped. It was only burned in a very messy manner. Some innocent palace maids and eunuchs were also burned to death, and there were still unburned bodies. The stench is unpleasant.

King Wu felt even more unbearable, and hurriedly ordered the sergeant: "Get these bodies out and bury them quickly, don't let them be exposed."

Then he asked Ziya: "I wonder where the bones of King Zhou were burned? They should be picked out separately and buried according to the ceremony. They should not be exposed to heaven and earth. How can you and I, as human ministers, have such thoughts in our hearts?" Where is tranquility?”

Ziya said: "King Zhou was immoral, and people and gods were angry. He committed suicide and died today. This is God's retribution for him. Today, the king wants to bury him according to etiquette. It is really the king's benevolence." Ziya immediately ordered the sergeant: "Pick out these bones." , don’t mix them together, be sure to find King Zhou’s bones, prepare clothes, quilts, coffins and other items to bury him according to the emperor’s etiquette.”

Ziya ordered people to bury the remains of King Feng. Then all the princes came to the deer platform together. When I got up on the stage, I saw pavilions reaching into the clouds, towers soaring into the sky, pavilions stacked on top of each other, majestic palaces, carved railings and jade columns, gold-decorated beams, pearls of night light, and rare houses. The jade trees in Shanhu Lake are decorated into beautiful buildings and jade buildings, and they are piled up into embroidered pavilions and orchid rooms. From time to time, thousands of rays of light rise, and in an instant there are thousands of auspicious colors. It is really said that the eyes are dazzled by it, the heart is shaken by it, the gods fly by it, and the soul is confused by it.

King Wu nodded and said: "Emperor Zhou is so extravagant and spends all the world's financial resources to satisfy his own selfish desires. How can he not lose his country and his life?"

Ziya said: "The reason why there is ruin in ancient and modern times is that it starts from luxury. Therefore, the sage kings repeatedly warned future generations of monarchs: 'You must use your own character as a treasure, not pearls and jade. 'That makes sense."

King Wu added: "Now that King Zhou has been exterminated, the princes and common people in the world have been harmed by King Zhou's exploitation. The sufferings caused by the cruelty are exaggerated, and the troubles are brought about by violence. They are in water and fire all day long. They feel uneasy even when they sit at home, and they feel relieved when they stand." No less, today it is better to distribute the wealth accumulated in Lutai to the princes and the people, and use the rice accumulated in the warehouse to feed the poor and hungry people, so that all people in the world can have their own life and enjoy peace and happiness."

Ziya said: "The king can say such a thing, it is really a blessing to the country and the people of the world. This matter should be done as soon as possible." So King Wu ordered his men to divide the treasure and transport corn.

At this time, the soldiers captured King Zhou's son Wu Geng in the harem, and Ziya ordered people to take him to Jiujian Hall. All the princes gnashed their teeth. After a while, the generals pushed Wu Geng to the front of the palace and knelt down. All the princes said: "Yin Shou was desolate and immoral, full of evil, and people and gods were angry. Now his son should be beheaded to rectify his crimes and vent the resentment of the people of Yao."

Ziya said: "What the princes said is right." King Wu hurriedly stopped him and said: "You can't do this. King Zhou does unethical things at will. It's all caused by his treacherous ministers and demon concubines who deceived his mind. What does it have to do with Wu Geng? Moreover, although sages like Bigan and Weizi, the ministers of King Zhou, cannot be saved, let alone a child like Wu Geng. Now that King Zhou is dead, we have nothing to do with his son. What hatred? Moreover, the crime of punishing people is not as good as that of wives and children. I hope that all the princes can realize this and not kill innocent people indiscriminately after the new monarch takes the throne. A piece of territory is given to Wu Geng so that the incense of Shang Tang can continue. This is our opportunity to repay the kindness of the Shang Dynasty king."

Dongbohou Jiang Wenhuan stepped forward and said: "Marshal, please listen to me: Now that the world's major events have been decided, a new king should be established to make the princes, soldiers, and people of the world feel at ease. Besides, the sky cannot be without the sun, and the country cannot Without a king, destiny has its principles and always favors those who are most benevolent and virtuous. Now that King Wu’s benevolence is known to the world and the people are yearning for it, he should ascend to the position of king to calm the hearts of all the people in the world. Entering the pass to help King Wu conquer the unjust king is just for today's important event. I hope the marshal will take up the task of establishing the king and not delay and let everyone's hard work go to waste?"

Upon hearing this, all the princes said: "What Jiang Junhou said is very reasonable, and it tells exactly what we all think." Before Jiang Ziya had time to answer, King Wu declined in panic and said: "I have a low status, shallow benevolence, and no reputation. Obviously, I am just cautious every day in order to reduce mistakes, and I don't even care about inheriting the legacy of the previous king. How can I dare to aspire to the throne of a monarch? Moreover, the throne of a monarch is very difficult, and only people with benevolence, justice and virtue can occupy it. All you have to do is to choose a virtuous person to inherit the throne. Don't let me make do and make the world laugh. My husband and I will return to our homeland as soon as possible and abide by the principles of being a minister."

As soon as he finished speaking, Dongbohou Jiang Wenhuan shouted at the side: "What the king said is wrong. Who among the great virtuous people in the world can be like the king? Now that the world has returned to the Zhou Dynasty, this is not It started overnight. The people of Li brought food in baskets and water in pots to welcome the king's army. Is there any other reason for this? They just think that the king can save the people from water and fire. Besides, the princes in the world are like shadows. They follow your Majesty like a crowd and go to fight against the unprincipled king. They have already had their love and yearning for you. Why does your Majesty insist on refusing? I hope you will listen to everyone's opinions and don't let him. Everyone is disappointed.”

King Wu said: "What virtues and abilities does Ji have? I hope that the wise prince will not insist on this opinion, but also visit and listen to the opinions of more people. Only in this way can the people of the world be convinced."

Jiang Wenhuan, the Marquis of Dongbo, added: "Yao was appointed by heaven for his great benevolence and ascended to the throne. Later, he gave birth to Danzhu, an unworthy son. So Yao looked for a suitable person and gave way to him. All the officials were unanimous. Shun was elected, and because of his great benevolence and virtue, Shun succeeded Yao as king. Later, Shun gave birth to a son, Shangjun, who was also an unworthy son. Shun gave the world to Yu, who soon gave birth to his son Qi. The Xia Dynasty lasted for seventeen generations because of his wisdom and wisdom. However, Cheng Tang, who was extremely benevolent and virtuous, exiled Lai to Nanchao and occupied the world instead of the Xia Dynasty. The sixteenth generation came to Zhou. King Zhou committed great injustice and acted arbitrarily, so that he was full of evil. Today, with his great benevolence and virtue, the king led all the princes to go to heaven to punish him. Now the matter has been decided. The one who inherits the throne is not the king. Who could it be? Why should the king decline in humility?"

King Wu said: "How dare I compare with Xia Yu and Shang Tang?" Jiang Wenhuan added: "Your Majesty does not pay much attention to military matters, but relies on benevolence and righteousness to educate the people of the world. As a result, the customs are honest and beautiful, and the world is divided into three parts. The king has the second one; therefore, the phoenix sings in Qishan that the people live and work in peace and contentment. This principle cannot be ignored. The king's virtue and governance are so different from those of Xia Yu and Shang Tang."

King Wu said again: "Jiang Junhou has always been talented and virtuous, and he should be the monarch of the world." Just after he finished speaking, the princes on both sides suddenly came forward and said loudly: "It is not a matter of a day or two for the people of the world to belong to King Zhou. Why is the king so reluctant to refuse? This is such a disappointment to everyone. Is it easy to unite and form an alliance here? We just want to make the king the lord of the world and see the world again. The days of peace. If the king refuses to take the throne, it will inevitably lead to the disintegration of the princes in the world, which will lead to chaos. This means that the world will never have peace."

Jiang Ziya walked up to him and hurriedly stopped him and said, "Princes, don't be so anxious. I have my own legitimate explanation."

When all the princes saw that King Wu refused to inherit the throne in the Nine Rooms Hall, they all started arguing. Ziya stopped the quarrel and then said to King Wu: "King Zhou has caused harm to the people of the world. The king led all the princes to mourn the people." After punishing him, everyone in the world is convinced by the king. According to the ceremony, the king should ascend the treasure and bring peace to the world. Moreover, the phoenix once sang in Qishan, and auspicious omens appeared many times in the Zhou Dynasty. Could these be signs from heaven? Is it accidental? The people of the world now sincerely surrender to the king of Zhou, which is the result of no one's mutual support. This opportunity must not be lost. If the king resolutely refuses to take the throne today, I am afraid that the princes of the world will be disappointed. If they are scattered back to their own country, they will be scattered, lose their unity, and each will occupy their territory, which will naturally lead to turmoil. This is not the original intention of the king to punish the people. It will disappoint the people. This is not a way to care for the people, and it is really harmful to the world. I hope your Majesty will consider it carefully.”

King Wu said: "Everyone naturally has a preference for me, but I am not talented enough to shoulder such a heavy responsibility. I am afraid it will bring shame to the late king."

Dongbohou Jiang Wenhuan said: "Your Majesty, don't be humble and decline. Marshal Jiang has his own ideas." Then he said to Ziya: "Marshal, please start making preparations for the enthronement. Don't delay. I'm afraid that over time, people will lose their hearts." "

Ziya hurriedly passed the order: "Order the craftsmen to draw pictures, build altars, and make prayers to tell the world clearly. When a great sage appears in the future, it will not be too late for the king to abdicate." All the princes understood it. Ziya’s thoughts. So he responded. Next to him, Zhou Gongdan went to supervise the construction of the altar.

Zhou Gongdan completed the drawings and built an altar in front of the Temple of Heaven and Earth. This three-storey tower is divided into Bagua shapes according to the appearance of the three talents of heaven, earth and man. In the middle, there is the "seat of the Emperor, Heaven and Queen of Earth", beside it stands the "God of Mountains, Rivers and Sheji", and on the left and right there are the flags of "Twelve Yuanshen", according to Zi, Chou, Yin, Mao, Chen, Si, Wu, Wei and Shen. , You, Xu and Hai are erected on the platform; there are "ten poles" flags in front and behind, according to A, B, B, Ding, Wu, Ji, Geng, Xin, Ren and Gui, standing in their respective positions. There are "orientations of the gods of the four seasons": Taihao in spring, Emperor Yan in summer, Shaohao in autumn, and Xiang in winter. There is Emperor Xuanyuan in the middle; the altar is decorated with canopies, beans, lamps, usu, Jinjue, jade towers, etc. Sacrificial utensils, as well as sacrificial items such as raw and roasted preserved vegetables, fresh vegetables, soy sauce, fish, and meat were displayed on the tribute table.

I saw incense burned in the tripod, flowers in the gold vase, everything was complete. Only then did Ziya invite King Wu to the altar. King Wu humbled himself again and again, and then went up to the altar. Eight hundred princes lined up neatly on both sides. Duke Zhou held up the congratulations and went to the stage to read.

Zhu Wen said:

"On the day of Renchen in the first year of the Great Zhou Dynasty, on the day of Meishuang in Jiazi, Yue, Princess Xiqi dared to declare to the emperor and empress that the earth god had arrived in the sun: Oh, only heaven benefits the people, but only provides for heaven. There is a Yin who is unworthy of heaven and annihilates himself. The ministers inherit the ancestors' tiredness The benevolence of governance and the virtue of being in line with the saints make it easy for the son to surpass his ambitions and respect the destiny of heaven. The sins of Shang are more upright than those of Shang. , Fearing that the former warriors would fail, the princes, soldiers, people, and provincial elders had no choice but to ask again and again. It is difficult to disobey the people's will. I love to study the old scriptures and report to you on the auspicious day. Heaven, earth, ancestral temple, social teaching and my literary examination, so I received the book and treasure, and the heir ascended the throne. I look up to the praises of Jinggong from China and foreign countries, the talisman of the harmony between heaven and man, celebrate the coming of the sun and the moon, and bear in mind the eternal destiny of the emperor and heaven. I hope that my restoration will never change, comforting people's feelings of admiration, and taking advantage of the endless karma.

Zhou Gongdan finished reading the blessing text, burned it with fire, and then finished praying to heaven and earth. I saw that the sky was shrouded in smoke, auspicious mist was rising slowly, the weather was clear, the red sun was high, the wind was gentle, and the scene of peace came into being in the prosperous time, which was very different from the past. I saw the people in Chaoge crowded together, and there were cheers everywhere.

King Wu received the emperor's talisman and jade seal, ascended the throne and became emperor, and sat down solemnly facing south. Music was played three times on both sides, and all the princes came out holding flutes and shouted "Long live". After the ceremony of congratulations was completed, King Wu passed down the decree and ordered a banquet decorated with nine dragons and a banquet for eight hundred princes. The monarch and his ministers shared the joy of the grand ceremony of rejuvenating the country.

After drinking for a few times, everyone was in a happy mood and was in high spirits. Gradually, all the civil and military officials felt that the wine was getting darker, so they thanked the emperor for his kindness and said goodbye.

When later generations were reading history books, they saw that King Wu conquered the world with only a pair of armor, and the king and his subjects were happy together, so they wrote a poem to sing: On the altar, the fragrance and wind surround the holy king, and the soldiers and civilians dance with poles and colorful clothes.

The country still has hope, and the society is happy again.

When the golden net comes to dawn, the fairy palms are moving, and when I walk on the jade steps, I hear the peihuan being busy.

Xixi beer howls Qingming people's surname Acura Qingweiyang.

On the second day of the lunar month, King Wu set up a court, and after all the princes had finished their congratulations, King Wu said to Ziya: "King Zhou of Yin exhausted all the world's financial resources through his great construction projects, and he was extravagant and extravagant. He lost his moral governance and suffered a disastrous defeat. I am elected as the king by all the princes. I plan to distribute the wealth of Lutai among the princes in the world, give the kings of each enfeoffment to pay for the inheritance of the title, divide the country's title into five grades, and enfeoff one-third of the world. In this land, the officials appointed by the DPRK shall be virtuous as the standard, and the political affairs shall be appointed based on the talent. They shall pay attention to the education of the people in the five aspects of benevolence, righteousness, propriety, wisdom and faith. They shall insist on worshiping ancestors, respecting trust and keeping righteousness, and advocating benevolence and morality. We will reward the meritorious people generously and order the princes to lead their troops back to their own kingdoms to enjoy peace in peace."

He also ordered people to demolish all the palaces and pavilions of Zhaixing Tower, disperse Lutai's goods, open granaries, disperse the stored corn, release the imprisoned Jizi, pay homage to Bigan's tomb, and renovate Shang Rong's old residence. , released the maids in the inner palace, rewarded the people, and convinced the people, stopped martial arts, revived culture and education, released the war horses at the southern foot of Mount Hua, and released the cattle accompanying the army into the peach groves in the fields, in order to show that the world is convinced.

King Wu is the Son of Heaven. It has only been about a month since Chaoge Bingzheng was in power. All the people in the world are already living and working in peace and contentment. People and things are in their proper places. Auspicious grass has grown, phoenixes have appeared, sweet springs are overflowing, sweet rain has fallen on the fields, and stars and clouds have appeared. It is auspicious and auspicious. It is harmonious, beautiful and lively, and it is really a peaceful scene. .

As the emperor, King Wu reigned over the world, causing heaven and earth to communicate with each other. The people were safe and prosperous, and the auspicious elephants sent down from the sky made the people sincerely obey and be grateful. All the princes in the world bid farewell to the imperial court and returned to their own countries. Ziya entered the inner court to visit King Wu.

King Wu said: "What memorial has your father-in-law brought to you?'

Ziya said: "Now that your Majesty has settled down, the old ministers have begun to play your majesty's songs and ordered the officials to guard the court songs." King Wu said: "Everything depends on the arrangement of the prime minister. What officials should be appointed?'

Ziya said: "Since your Majesty won't kill Wu Geng and asks him to guard the territory of his country to preserve the incense and incense of Shangtang, he must be guarded by an official."

King Wu said: "We will discuss it at court tomorrow morning." Ziya retreated to the Prime Minister's Mansion. On the next day, King Wu held an early court meeting. After the princes met, King Wu said: "I am granting Wu Geng the title of guarding the country from generation to generation in order to continue the incense of Shangtang. However, I must send someone to supervise the country. Who should be suitable? ?”

After King Wu asked, the ministers discussed together: "You must use the prince." So they suggested that Guan Shuxian and Cai Shudu be allowed to oversee the country. King Wu agreed. So he ordered his second uncle to stay in Chaoge and supervise the country.