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Chapter 103 Matteo Ricci Rules

When the mainstream books in China are the Four Books and Five Classics, most of the scholars regard them as classics, and they will continue for hundreds of years.

The West has used various instruments to tinker with physical and chemical experiments, and recorded scientific principles in books;

When Yongli was dreaming of peaceful dreams in Yunnan, Apple had already smashed Newton's head; the mayor of Magdeburg was whipping the horses with a whip, shouting with the two hemispheres.

Well, all of this will end in the hands of our young emperor, who is wise and mighty, has known for 500 years, has known for 500 years, and wants to live another [-] years.

Jin Nige, Tang Ruowang and others exchanged glances with surprise.

What the young emperor dictated were basically books on natural science, which were very accurate.

For example, the optical book "Theory of the Telescope" introducing Galileo's telescope, "The Complete Book of Mining and Metallurgy" written by a German mining and metallurgist, and even "The Structure of the Human Body" involving anatomy, etc.

Xu Guangqi was also very shocked. He only knew that the young emperor was very interested in Western learning, so he asked him to find some foreigners, gave them the right to meet, and named Tang Ruowang.

But he didn't expect that the young emperor was so familiar with Western things, or he had a good understanding of technology.

Could it be the inspiration from being a carpenter, or learning the skills of Westerners secretly in order to become a good carpenter?

Xu Guangqi shook his head, shaking off this unreliable thought.

Zhu Youxiao's voice stopped, still a little unfinished, took a sip from the tea bowl, and said: "That's all for the time being, translate and print as soon as possible. I have agreed to build a library in Beijing, and now I can give you a house. As for -"

Pausing, pondering, under the apprehensive and expectant eyes of everyone, the young emperor finally made a decision.

"You can live in Beijing for a long time, and temporarily follow the 'Ricci's rules' to preach. In the future, whether the rules will be increased or decreased, and whether the region will be expanded, will depend on the specific social response, as well as the contribution and contribution of Jesus to our Great Ming Dynasty. help."

The so-called "Matteo Ricci rules" are Christian missionary strategies and methods that have been changed through compromise and adapted to Chinese characteristics.

It roughly includes the following points: close to Confucianism and Buddhism, missionaries grow beards and hair, wear Chinese scholar clothes, maintain a tolerant attitude towards traditional Chinese customs, Chinese believers can continue the traditional worship of heaven, ancestors, and Confucius ;
Religious ceremonies are held in Chinese characters, local people are allowed to serve as priests, and the Bible can be translated into Chinese;
There is also the "God" of Catholicism called "God" and the recognition of the traditional Chinese "Heaven" and "God, God" are essentially the same as the "one true God" in Catholicism...

That's right, "God" is the concept of the Supreme God in the Chinese Confucian classics "Book of Songs", "Shangshu", "Book of Rites" and 24 histories. It is a word that has existed in China since ancient times.

In ancient times, it also referred to the gods who ruled all things, as well as ancient emperors.For example, "God is the god, and the people are born" and "This is the secret of God, and it is also passed down by the teacher."

In other words, Matteo Ricci changed the concept secretly, making Catholicism easier to be recognized by the Chinese.

Everyone heaved a sigh of relief in unison, learning the lessons of history, preaching according to "Ricci's rules" is their consensus, and there is no contradiction.

Historically, after the death of Matteo Ricci, some fanatical missionaries believed that Matteo Ricci was too accommodating to the Chinese and the speed of developing believers was too slow, so they adopted radical missionary methods.

It is precisely because they reject Confucianism and strictly prohibit Chinese religious people from offering sacrifices to heaven, ancestors, and Confucius, which aroused the resentment and suspicion of people in the society. Shen Guan, a minister of the Ministry of Rites in Nanjing who favors Buddhism, took advantage of this opportunity and led to the "Nanjing Religious Case". .

This blow dealt a heavy blow to the spread of Catholicism in China. Missionaries were expelled, imprisoned, and even killed. There was almost no foothold in mainland China.

The lesson is profound, how could Jin Nige, Tang Ruowang and others repeat the same mistakes?

Therefore, as soon as these missionaries set foot on the land of China, the first job they had to do was to carefully study the Chinese language and culture, and even aimed to master Beijing Mandarin.

Then, they took off their monk robes and put on Confucian uniforms, devoted themselves to studying Chinese classics, history and ethics, and looked for the fusion point of Eastern and Western cultures.

At the same time, they also paid attention to contacts with celebrities in the ruling and opposition parties, hoping to win the favor and trust of Chinese literati and officials. This is also the missionary strategy of "combining Confucianism and surpassing Confucianism" pioneered by Matteo Ricci.

Jin Nige cupped his hands and said, "Honorable Majesty, besides translating books, I don't know what kind of help I need to provide to satisfy you."

"The first thing is to build a gun factory." Zhu Youxiao pointed to Tang Ruowang, "Let Priest Tang be in charge of the construction, how about it?"

Tang Ruowang bowed and said: "It is a great honor to serve His Majesty."

Zhu Youxiao nodded with a smile, picked up the telescope, and said: "I also need this telescope and the utensils and instruments you brought. I need a lot, but it takes too long to buy them from overseas. In this way, the purchase and manufacture are carried out at the same time." , hoping to complete it in the shortest possible time.”

After a pause, the young emperor added: "If you can recruit craftsmen and technicians from various industries, or scholars and teachers from overseas, they will all be well paid, and you will also be rewarded."

Whether it is taking doctrine, introducing learning, or buying directly, Zhu Youxiao is ready to use all of them to start the modern scientific research of Ming Dynasty in the shortest time.

Science and technology are productive forces, and science and technology can revitalize the country. Zhu Youxiao firmly believes in this.

Jin Nige nodded vigorously and said, "As Your Majesty wishes, we will do our best to complete your task."

What the young emperor said is not difficult, and they don't need to go back to Europe, they just need to entrust the returning merchant ships to purchase and recruit.

As for local manufacturing in China, there is no problem with guns, but the transparent glass is somewhat difficult, but it is not insurmountable. At worst, it will be rebuilt after the recruited craftsmen and mirror masters arrive.

"Xu Qing." Zhu Youxiao turned to Xu Guangqi and explained: "Jin Jishi and others will be placed by you, and they can also write memorials and inscriptions, which you will forward. I will arrange the office space and the funds needed immediately. You guys Just get to work as soon as possible."

"Also, the "Elements of Geometry" and "The Method of Measurement" co-translated by Xu Qing and Matteo Ricci have begun to be published and will be available soon." The young emperor smiled and showed his white teeth.

"The work of recruiting school-age orphans from across the country has also begun, first expanding from the capital to Shuntian Prefecture. The teaching of the Academy of Sciences must be prepared as soon as possible!"

"Elements of Geometry" and "Measurement Method" are too important, not to mention their great use in manufacturing and surveying, even the aiming and ranging of artillery is inseparable.

Flat throwing, oblique throwing...cut, the formula for oblique throwing is too difficult, so return it to the teacher!
(End of this chapter)