Biography of Yang Fei

Chapter 305
In the first year of Zhenguan (627), Tang Taizong sent Du Zhenglun, the censor of the government, to review the Buddhist teachings and eliminate the indiscriminate use of Buddhism.In the same year, Emperor Taizong asked Fu Yi why he didn't believe in Buddhism, and Yi replied that Buddhism "is of no benefit to the common people, but harmful to the country", and "Taizong quite agrees with it".In the second year, Emperor Taizong said to his officials that Liang Wu and his sons were so good at Buddhism and Laos that they perished the country, which is enough to learn from.At the same time, at the beginning of Zhenguan, he issued two edicts to Purdue monks and nuns, and built temples in the places where the battles took place to save the dead. Shansi presided over the translation of scriptures.In the 11th year of Zhenguan, Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty issued an edict to determine the order of "Tao first and Buddha later", and declared that because "the world is stable", it is "appropriate to have a solution".From then on, his policy of Buddhism and Taoism took on the color of respecting Taoism and belittling Buddha; Zhishi's flogging and Falin's exile were the results of this policy.

With the strengthening of Tang Taizong's ruling position, the Tang Dynasty's foreign exchanges gradually expanded, and the economy and culture flourished, making it possible for him to sum up the historical experience of ideological rule and re-evaluate the previous Buddhism and Taoism policies.In May of the 15th year of Zhenguan (641), Tang Taizong visited Hongfu Temple in person to pursue blessings for Empress Taimu.He explained to the monks in the temple: "Teachers should be aware of my bosom. Those Taoist priests are only teachers who learned from the ancestors, so they are in the front. Today the Li family is in charge of the country, and Li Lao is in front; if the Shi family is governed, the Shi family will live in the house." Go up." (Volume C of "A Collection of Ancient and Modern Buddhism and Taoism") While defending his past attitude of advocating Taoism and suppressing Buddhism, he also set a policy for Buddhism and Taoism in the future.In the 17th year of Zhenguan, the courtier impeached Qin Shiying for the crime of arrogance and adultery, and Emperor Taizong ordered to kill this always-favored Taoist priest.Since then, Emperor Taizong of Tang has implemented the policy of paying equal attention to Buddhism and Taoism and using them at the same time.This policy has always been adopted by the supreme ruler in the Tang Dynasty except for some cases.

The relationship between Buddhism and Taoism is neither a simple relationship between the two religions, nor is the policy of Buddhism and Taoism purely a two-religion policy.During the Sui and Tang Dynasties, Buddhism and Taoism had become social forces that could not be ignored, and they formed a rivalry with Confucianism, entering the period of the three religions.In this realistic situation, the rulers of the early Tang Dynasty did not forget their historical mission, and always put the restoration of Confucianism and the development of Confucianism at the forefront.In their view, religious theology must strictly obey political, economic, and military needs.Tang Gaozu said: "When father and son are monarchs and ministers, the order of benevolence and righteousness between the elders and the younger is the same as that of the husband Zhou and Confucius. I will not take what is abandoned." ("Tang Huiyao" Volume [-]) Wu De In the seventh year, an imperial edict was issued to start the school, pointing out: "Shamana is a Buddha, and the spirit looks at each other. The virtuous and Confucianism, Pi Yongdun abolished. Below the princes, would you rather not be ashamed?" ("Cefu Yuangui" Volume [-]) Tang At the beginning of Emperor Taizong's ascension to the throne, he established the Hongwen Museum, and selected scholars from all over the world to give lectures on the scriptures.He said: "The only ones I like today are the way of Yao and Shun, and the teachings of Zhou and Confucius. I think that like a bird with wings, like a fish in the water, if you lose it, you will die. You can't be deaf for a while." ("Zhenguan Zhengyao" Volume [-]) Zhenguan Seven Years He ordered Yan Shi to examine and determine the Five Classics in ancient times and promulgate them to the world; he also ordered the son of the state to sacrifice wine, Kong Yingda, and other Confucians to compose the meaning of the Five Classics and unify Confucianism.In the eighth year of Zhenguan, Empress Wende said to the prince: "Taoism, interpretation and heresy teachings, the sick people of the country, are all things that the prime minister would not do." (Volume [-] of "Zi Zhi Tong Jian")
In the eyes of the rulers in the early Tang Dynasty, both Buddhism and Taoism were not good for the country, but they also had a side that could be used.On the one hand, it can be used to say that Buddhism is helpful to "governance" and exerts its philosophical advantages; Taoism can deify ancestors, elevate the royal family, and attack the old aristocratic forces.If Taoism denies the contribution of Buddhism in "government" and if Buddhism attacks the ancestors of Taoism, neither of them will be tolerated.The rulers of the early Tang Dynasty pinned their hopes on Buddhism and Taoism, hoping that they would cooperate with Confucianism ideologically and contribute to the consolidation of the Li and Tang Dynasties.

Therefore, how to coordinate the relationship between the three religions and make the three religions play their respective roles has become an important issue for the emperors of the Tang Dynasty.Among them, the "Three Religions Discussion" was created under this background.In the seventh year of Wude (624), Tang Gaozu Xing Guozi studied Shi Dian, ordered Dr. Xu Kuang to lecture on the "Book of Filial Piety", Shamen Huicheng lectured on the "Heart Sutra", and Taoist Liu Jinxi lectured on "Laozi".Dr. Lu Deming followed Fang Liyi and analyzed its essentials.Gaozu was very satisfied with this, and said: "The three of them are honest and arguing, but one move by virtue will cover up." Taoism, so that it meets the needs of feudal rule.This method of "talking about the three religions" was almost universally adopted by the emperors of the Tang Dynasty.It can be seen that the "Three Religions Discussion" formally gave the three religions an equal status, but in fact it was a measure to coordinate and unify Buddhism and Taoism under the personal command of the emperor, with Confucianism as the mainstay.The content and results of the discussion are directly determined by Confucianism and royal politics.

But in the late Tang Dynasty, due to the chaos of the government, the relationship between the Buddhist dispute and the emperor's preferences was very strong, and the temporary rise and fall were all caused by the emperor's preferences.The Han imperial doctor then told the emperor about the various benefits of this Taoist school, which made the emperor yearn for it.

Just as he was fascinated, suddenly there was a commotion outside, the emperor couldn't help being furious, so he announced this Yu Xiaoxian in, and shouted: "I want some purity, can't I!"

Yu Xiaoxian was startled, but tremblingly said: "The concubine doesn't want to disturb the emperor's purity, it's just that the concubine discovered something and had to report it!" Speaking of which, Yu Xiaoxian can get the position of Jieyu Thanks to Lian'er, why did she report on her?

Lian Er inadvertently learned from Imperial Physician Han that the emperor only used them as tonics, and would let them drink the anti-child medicine every time, so she told Yu Xiaoxian and Lan Yue, and they designed to let her Due to her pregnancy, she has the position of Jieyu, but among the three, although Lian'er is the best looking, Lan Yue is taller, but Yu Xiaoxian is the most coquettish and most capable. After conferring Jieyu, it was Yu Xiaoxian who won the emperor's favor the most. Although the concubine was pregnant and couldn't sleep with her, Yu Xiaoxian had a way to make the emperor often go to her bedroom.

Later, after Yang Yu regained his favor, this Yu Xiaoxian was gradually left out in the cold by the emperor. The two of them are more noble.

This Lanyue is nothing, she is originally indifferent and doesn't like to fight, but Lian'er is resentful and regretful, this Yu Xiaoxian today is entirely caused by her!If she hadn't been afraid that a pregnant woman would attract suspicion, and she had always been on good terms with Yu Xiaoxian and Lanyue, how could she have told them such a good thing!
Unexpectedly, in the end, she lifted a rock and shot herself in the foot. This Yu Xiaoxian relied on being favored and was always superior to others. She had long forgotten how she got this honor!So Lian'er secretly played some scheming tricks, but Yu Xiaoxian saw through them all.But they also completely turned their faces!

Recently, the emperor favored Yang Yu alone, and with the matter of the concubine, the emperor hadn't seen them for a long time. They had nothing to do, and the fight became more intense.On this day, Yu Xiaoxian wandered around and came to Lian'er's bedroom, but found that the courtyard door was tightly closed, but there was a small voice coming from inside. She was curious, so she peeked through the crack of the door, It doesn't matter if you look at it, she is both surprised and happy!
It turned out that Lian'er was sitting on the swing with her back to her, and the maid at the side was unbuttoning her clothes, "Get rid of this burden for me, let me breathe!" Xian was dumbfounded at the time, it was actually a small pillow!

Yu Xiaoxian's head rumbled, could it be that Lian'er's stomach is fake?She just pretended to be pregnant?How is this possible?When a concubine is pregnant, the imperial physician asks for her pulse, how can this be concealed?
"Your Majesty! It's not a long-term solution to tie up this little pillow. If one day the fruit is ripe, where should we go to make a child out of it!" Lian'er's maid said worriedly.

Lian'er was swinging on the swing leisurely, saying: "What are you worrying about! I have my own concerns!"

Yu Xiaoxian found out such a big secret, she didn't have the desire to hang out, and hurried back to the palace.This Lian'er is too courageous!She dared to do such a deceitful thing, but she seemed to have a plan, and it seemed that everything was planned. Yu Xiaoxian remembered that the Han imperial doctor always helped Lian'er, and replaced them with Bizitang. It was also Lian'er who asked Imperial Physician Han for the pregnancy aid drug. This Lian'er was so determined that she didn't panic, could it be that Imperial Physician Han was helping her behind the scenes?
Yu Xiaoxian's resentment towards Lian'er is not small, she often counts on her help, gesticulates in front of her, and is not very respectful to her, Yu Xiaoxian has long wanted to find an opportunity to get rid of her Now, with such a great opportunity, how could Yu Xiaoxian let it go?
So she impatiently came to Feishuang Palace to report, she never imagined that the emperor would be so angry!

The emperor looked at her and said coldly: "Yu Jieyu! You better have something important to do, otherwise, don't blame me for being rude!" Recently, the emperor has become irritable and violent, calling Yu Xiaoxian There was a burst of shock.

She forced herself to be calm and said: "The concubine understands! The concubine has reported more than the emperor's heir! The concubine accidentally found out that Lian Jieyu's dragon fetus was fake! She just tied a small pillow every day and made a pregnant woman. Looks like she's pregnant!"

The emperor suddenly opened his eyes wide, and shouted: "Yu Jieyu! Do you know what you're talking nonsense about!? A fake dragon fetus? Are all my imperial physicians dead? Can't tell if it's real or not? Isn't it? You guys have nothing to do in the palace and want to make some gardens?"

The emperor's anger can no longer be concealed, these concubines are getting more and more troublesome!

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