SuaveG – The Gentle Path

Chinese mythology, folktales, and literature

Emperor Ming Xuanzong

  • The Capable Ministers and Clean Officials: Zhou Chen and Kuang Zhong [Ming]

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    Brief: This article profiles two outstanding Ming officials: Zhou Chen and Kuang Zhong. Zhou Chen reformed the unfair tax system in Jiangnan, easing farmers’ burdens and boosting revenue. Kuang Zhong cracked down on corruption in Suzhou and won people’s respect as “Justice Kuang”. It also mentions Emperor Xuanzong’s cricket hobby, ending the golden Ren-Xuan…

  • The Benevolent Rule of Ren and Xuan [Ming]

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    Juan

    Brief: This article introduces the Rule of Ren and Xuan, a golden age of the Ming Dynasty. Emperor Renzong and Emperor Xuanzong adopted benevolent policies, reduced taxes, valued capable ministers, and stabilized society. They suppressed the rebellion of Zhu Gaoxu, ending decades of warfare and bringing peace and prosperity to the realm.