Throughout the ages, good politicians have always been remembered. Among them, Wei Zheng of the Tang Taizong Dynasty was known as a model of statesman for his noble character and outstanding talent.
Taizong Li Shimin once spoke highly of him, calling him his own mirror, believing that "taking people as a mirror can see gains and losses". Similarly, Kou Zhun of the Song Dynasty was a highly respected statesman, and Taizong of the Song Dynasty once said, "I have Kou Zhun just as Emperor Wen has Wei Zheng." ”
Kou Zhun, like Wei Zheng, was known for his outspokenness. Although the advice is contrary to the ear, if it is too direct when admonishing, it will be difficult for the emperor to accept it. Kou Zhun also encountered this situation in a conversation with Ming Jun.
In an early court in the second year of Taizong of the Song Dynasty, Kou Zhun advised Taizong about a number of things, probably because his words were too straightforward, which made Taizong feel angry and wanted to leave when he stood up.
However, Kou Zhun did not stop, but rushed over and grabbed Taizong's sleeve and pulled the emperor back by force. Taizong had no choice but to sit with his temper and listened to Kou Zhun's suggestion.
The courtiers pressed the emperor's report, for the first time in ancient times, I am afraid that even Wei Zheng would not dare to pull Tang Taizong's sleeve like this! Even if other people eat ten guts, they don't dare, so Kou Zhun's approach can be said to be unprecedented, and there is no one to come.
However, if Kou Zhun had always been like this, it is estimated that Song Taizong would not be able to allow him to live until he returned to his hometown. In fact, he knows the art of being an official very well, and he pays attention to method and timing.
For example, once A and B committed a similar crime, A was exempted from punishment because he had a senior brother, but B was executed. Kou Zhun did not immediately express his dissatisfaction, but told the emperor during the great drought in the country, this is an unfair heavenly punishment for you!
As a result, even the official who bent the law for personal gain was brought down. "
Kou Zhun enjoys a very high prestige among the people, and people have praised him as "if you want to be good in the world, it is better to summon Kou Zhun than to summon Kou Lao", fully affirming his political achievements. Thank you for following the rise and fall of 5,000 years, and we will continue to bring you more interesting knowledge.