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, there were famous scholars who were interested in semantic logic, Taoists who were interested in the field of pure rationality, and Mohists who 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 considered "useless and sophistry".
" But died young, the Mohists were destroyed because they "had no ruler and violated the prohibitions", and the Taoists were exiled because they "advocated freedom and freedom and respected nature".
Legalism endowed the monarch with the power of autocratic power, while Confucianism covered up the tyranny of the monarchy and was most favored by rulers. Therefore, "Confucianism and legalism" survive best...
It can be said that since ancient times, mathematics has never been taken seriously in the land of China.
What causes this?
Fang Jun doesn't know either, but he thinks that this is not just a simple reason of suppression and rejection by Confucianism, but it may be attributed to "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 made one of the main subjects of the imperial examination, it must be added to make literati all over the world realize the importance of this subject.
"I would like to ask Wei Gong, what kind of talents will the Tang Dynasty need in the future?"
Fang Jun turned his back on defense and turned on the offensive.
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 promoting 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, and 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 became furious: "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's simply unreasonable to teach me a righteous lesson!
"Is there such a thing?" Fang Jun blinked cutely and asked Wei Zheng a little suspiciously.
Wei Zheng nodded helplessly, thinking to himself that this guy didn't know what was going on. Why was his relationship with Changsun Wuji so tense? There were so many people present, but he didn't give him any face. This is a arrogant and self-proclaimed Tang Dynasty. Changsun Wuji, the most meritorious person, went to death to offend him...
Changsun Wuji waited angrily for Fang Jun, Wei Zheng even admitted it, I want to 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. , we should also remind those colleagues who have made mistakes. Since you have discovered my wrong name, why don't you point it out to me so that you can be more strict with yourself in the future, but instead make the same mistakes as me? People who understand say that you are abusing others and indulging the younger generation. Those who don’t understand think you have ulterior motives and deliberately don’t remind them, 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 has been around for a while, he didn't realize that he was born into officialdom! Look at what he said, he actually opened a small The old fox Changsun Wuji was put into the sack...
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 his heart, how could this bastard go against Changsun Wuji? Not only Changsun Wuji, but also Changsun Chong was not friendly enough. He didn't think it was because Changsun Chong had taken away Shenji Camp. Because it seems that this brat has been at loggerheads with the eldest son and his father 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 also a Marquis and holds the title of Minister of Etiquette, how can he be so shameless? Although your father is an old stubborn and unpleasant, he is a gentleman after all. Why don't you, bastard, have any shame? Where is the place like your father?
"Since the Marquis of Xinxiang knows that this is a discussion of state affairs, please get back to the business and 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 and was too lazy to mess with Fang Jun. Disgraceful...
"Thank you Duke Zhao for your teachings. I will keep your lessons in mind when I am 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, Chang Sun Wuji stood up angrily, kicked over his 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, Changsun Wuji almost explodes with anger! But what can he do? He can't be beaten or scolded, there is nothing he can do about this bastard, so he might as well Just walk away!
Fang Xuanling scolded helplessly: "You kid, do you still have any 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 still 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 we encounter difficult decisions, we will adopt the democratic method, each person has one vote, and the minority will obey the majority. .In order to facilitate future co-ordination and operation, I have named it the 'Imperial Examination System Preparatory Committee'. There are eleven members in total. If there are any disputes, they can vote to decide, 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 saves us from having to argue with each other about things that are really difficult to decide, and miss the business. In the end, we have to ask His Majesty to judge. 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 approval.
One word about the political system a thousand years later, Cen Wenwen indeed deserves the title of "talented prime minister".