Song ZhenzongZhao Zhen and Zhang Xian Empress MingsuLiu EKnown as the "model couple" of the Song Dynasty, their story is not widely known, but it isHistoryleft a far-reaching impact. Recently, the TV series "Da Song Gong Ci", which is based on some of their experiences, has not achieved a hot success, but it has aroused people's attention and thinking about them. However, inCamelsStudy this paragraphHistory, he found out by accidentLiu EAfter the curtain was heard, it was terminatedSong ZhenzongA campaign launched during his lifetime. This makes us wonder why.
First, let's find outSong ZhenzongThe "Book of Heaven Movement" launched when he was alive. So, what is the "Book from Heaven Movement"?WhySong ZhenzongWill this movement be launched?According to theHistory of the Song DynastyAccording to the records of relevant documents, since the failure of Zhao Guangyi's personal conquest of Liao, although the Song Dynasty still dared to confront Liao under the rule of Zhao Guangyi, the results were not significant. After the death of Zhao Guangyi, the power of the Song Dynasty began to decline, and the Liao invasion of the south became more frequent. In 1004 A.D., the Liao State was even byEmpress Dowager XiaoHe personally led the army and launched a fierce attack on the Great Song Dynasty. In this battle, although the Great Song did not achieve victory, it showed a stubborn spirit of resistance. This made the Liao side begin to realize the problem, thinking that its battle line was too elongated, and at the same time realizing that the defense strength of the Great Song Dynasty was difficult to shake. So, they toSong ZhenzongExpressed their desire not to continue fighting and to resolve the issue peacefully. In the face of Liao's statement,Song ZhenzongHe immediately agreed and hoped that the dispute would be resolved through peace talks. However, Kou Zhun and Yang Yanzhao and others disagreed. They believed that the Liao State was already at the end of its power, and that this was the opportunity for the Great Song Dynasty to seize the Sixteen Prefectures of Yanyun, so they advocated continuing to fight rather than compromise. However,Song ZhenzongTheir advice was not taken, and in the end a friendly but unequal treaty was signed, which is known as "".The Alliance of the Abyss”。It can be seen from this treaty that despite the unequal treaty signed, the Great Song still paid a certain amount of compensation, mainly in the form of money. Although the Great Song Dynasty was strong at this time, the compensation after the signing of the treaty also brought a lot of pressure to the national treasury.
However, it doesn't end there. Wang QinruoAs Kou Zhun's political enemy, XiangSong Zhenzongpointed out that although the amount of compensation this time is not large, this is an alliance under the city, and it will inevitably affect it after it is spreadSong Zhenzongprestige. Prestige was the basis on which the emperor was respected and revered, and if prestige was damaged, the rule would be shaken. Faced with this problem,Song ZhenzongtowardWang QinruoAsked for advice, and got an answer. Wang QinruoIt is proposed to resume the war against the Liao State in an effort to save the so-called face. However,Song Zhenzongthought that it was not feasible to move a knife or a gun, soWang QinruoRecommendedMount Tai seals Zenfor no king in history has ever increased his prestige as much as such an act. Wang QinruoIt is also mentioned that there are usually auspicious signs in the early stages of the Zen sealing ceremony. Song ZhenzongI hesitated, so I asked other people, and the answer I got wasWang QinruoThe recommendations are similar. So,Song ZhenzongBegan to artificially create auspiciousness. According to relevant records, inSong ZhenzongGoTarzanPreviously, there were five auspicious occasions of "Heavenly Books" in various places, all of which were artificially arranged. Since this was an action planned by the upper echelons, after the appearance of Xiangrui, many subordinates spontaneously advisedSong ZhenzongGo to Feng Zen. After a brief hesitationSong ZhenzongGo according to the scheduled planTarzanto become ChinaHistoryOn the sixth and last to dare to goMount Tai seals Zenof kings.
However, the "Book of Heaven Movement" is not simply a "ritual in the east and the west". In addition to the large waste of money, it was accompanied by the creation of a large number of monastic temples and administrators, whose salaries were also paid by the Great Song court. These expenditures, although difficult to count, are derived fromHistoryThis can be glimpsed in the details. Since the Song Dynasty was signed",The Alliance of the AbyssThe pressure of the post-indemnity payments was already very great, and the additional expenses brought about by the "Book of Heaven Movement" made the financial situation of the state treasury even worse. For the pressure on the country's finances,Song Zhenzongand its queenLiu EThey also have a certain understanding.
According to theHistoryDocumented,Liu Eis an easy-going and virtuous queen, she andSong ZhenzongHe has a deep relationship and is also quite experienced in handling government affairs. After learning about the financial pressures behind the "Book of Heaven Movement", she began to think about how to alleviate the situation. On the one hand, she made some savings on the court's expenses during the period of the curtain, reducing unnecessary expenses;On the other hand, she encouraged them to make frugal suggestions, and she adopted some reasonable suggestions. All these measures have brought about certain effects and helped to ease the pressure on the national treasury.
However,Liu EThe "Book from Heaven Movement" was not completely terminated, but some adjustments were made to it. She began to focus on propaganda for the countryCulturewithEthicsvalues, and encourage them to carry out activities accordingly. She believes that through propagandaCulturewithEthics, which can improve the level of education of the people andEthicsquality, and this kind of activity does not require a lot of financial support like the "Heavenly Book Movement". As a result, she organizes a number of similar events, such as holdingCultureLectures, moral training, etcCulturewithEthicsThe importance of the matter. These activities have received widespread support and appreciation, and have also achieved certain results.
In general,Liu ETerminatedSong ZhenzongThe "Book from Heaven Movement" was launched mainly in consideration of financial pressure and the needs of national development. By adjusting the direction and mode of movement, she has achieved some savings and advancementCulturewithEthicsThe goal of the construction. Although this decision did not cause much of a stir at the time, it can be seenLiu EEmphasis on national finances and reflection on national development. Her efforts and wisdom made important contributions to the development of the Song Dynasty.