For thousands of years,Chinese HistoryEmperors were often given temple names in recognition of their exploits. InTang DynastyIn the legal system, the temple number system has been officially regulated, stipulating that only those who have made great contributions to the country and are worthy of eternal sacrifice by their descendantsSovereignto get the temple number. According to the creation time of the temple number, we can divide the temple number into four categories: "Tai", "Gao", "Zhong", and "Shi". They each represent a different oneHistorystage, also carriedSovereignDifferential contributions to the country.
However, among these four temple numbers, we find a puzzling question: why is there no temple name "Zhongzu" appearing? To solve this puzzle, we need to delve into the reasons behind the temple numbers and what they represent.
1. "Taizu": the king of the foundation and the business
"Taizu", as the first of the temple names, represents the founder of a dynasty. Only those who canHistoryin the torrentGo ahead, to create a great causeSovereignin order to get this temple number. InChinese History, there are many famous "Taizu", such asMing DynastyofZhu YuanzhangQing DynastyEmperor Shunzhi and so on. They bravely led various dynasties and built powerful empires, setting an example for future generations.
However, it is not easy to meet the criteria of becoming a "Taizu". A good "Taizu" must not only have the courage to be eloquent and courageous, but also be able to conquer internal and external enemies, unify the whole country, make the Ming Dynasty shine on the world, and bring prosperity and tranquility to the people.
2. "Gaozu": the one with high merit
The word "Gaozu" means a person who has made great achievements and has made outstanding contributionsSovereignHonorific title. theseSovereignWith extraordinary wisdom and courage, their rule was continued and they made outstanding contributions to the development of the country.
Historyon manySovereignwere all titled "Gaozu", such as the first emperor of the Qin DynastyQin Shi HuangSui DynastyEmperor Wen of SuiYang JianWait. Their exploits are not only reflected in the unity and prosperity of the empire, but also:Politics, military, economic and other fields.
3. "Zhongzong": the master of Zhongxing
ZhongzongIt refers to the one who was able to restore the stability and prosperity of the country and re-establish the orthodox dynasty in a turbulent periodSovereign。They areHistoryWith integrity, wisdom and courage in the midst of great change, he has succeeded in getting the country back on track.
InChinese Historyon, there are many great ones".ZhongzongFor exampleTang Dynastyof Tang Taizong Li Shimin, Song DynastySong GaozongZhao Gou et al. They succeeded in reviving dynasties and made a great contribution to the development of the country and the happiness of the people.
4. "Shizu": Generational sacrifice
"Sejo" is hereditary for many generations in a dynastySovereignHonorific title. theseSovereignIn the position of emperor, he can inherit and inherit the cause of his ancestors, and contribute to the development of the country and the happiness of the people.
Historyon someSovereignCalled "Sejo", for exampleMing Dynastyof Ming ShizongZhu HouzhaoQing Dynastyof the Qing Dynasty and so on. They can lead the country on the right path of development and enable the country to maintain stability and prosperity in the face of external troubles and internal strife.
From the above description, we can see "Taizu", "Gaozu", ".ZhongzongAnd "Sezu" were highlighted respectivelySovereignin differentHistoryperiod of significant role and contribution. According toHistoryAccording to the records, there is indeed no temple number of "Zhongzu". So why is this happening?
According to the regulations of the temple number, oneSovereignIn order to obtain the temple name of "Zhongzu", it is necessary to have the characteristics of "Zhongxing Dynasty" and "Pioneering Merit" at the same time. Thousands of years of feudalism in ChinaHistoryThere were many emperors who were able to rejuvenate the country and bring prosperity to the country, but they were not therePolitics, military and other fields have made pioneering contributions, so it can only be called "".Zhongzong", and cannot be called "Zhongzu".
However,HistoryThere is indeed one on itSovereignAt the same time, he has the characteristics of the Zhongxing Dynasty and the pioneering work, he is Liu Xiu of the Eastern Han Dynasty. Although Liu Xiu was born as a commoner, in the last years of chaos, heGo ahead, which eventually unified the world and established the Eastern Han Dynasty. By the standard, he should be a "middle ancestor". However, according to the regulations of the temple number, only the direct descendants of the emperor can get the honorific title of "ancestor", and Liu Xiu belongs to the descendants of the side branch, so he only received the temple name of "Shizu".
In addition,HistoryThere are also many emperors who also have the potential to become "Zhongzu", such as those of the Song DynastySong GaozongZhao Gou,Ming DynastyZhu Qiyu of the Ming DynastyQing DynastyofEmperor GuangxuZai Tian and so on. theseSovereignThey have made great achievements in their time, and if they can continue to implement reforms and succeed, they may be called "middle ancestors".
However, either wayHistoryLiu Xiu is still the other who has the potential to become a "Zhongzu".Sovereign, none of them got this temple number. This shows that there are certain restrictions on the setting of the temple number system, not only to seeSovereignpersonal contributions, but also in line with the principle of dynastic succession.
Through the temple number system and the mystery of the "middle ancestor" in it, we can see that the temple number is rightSovereignThe high praise of the meritorious deeds is also a witness to the inheritance and development of a generation of dynasties. It's not just a name, it's a symbol that carries itHistoryAnd the people rightSovereignRespect and remembrance.
The establishment of the temple number system and the naming of the temple number have their own regulations and standards, and cannot be used arbitrarily. Despite inHistoryThe temple name "Zhongzu" does not appear on it, but this does not mean that the country has been revitalized and made pioneering contributionsSovereigndoes not exist. On the contrary, manySovereignare all in their placeHistoryperiod has made a great contribution to the development of the country, making the country inPolitics, military,Cultureand other aspects have been significantly improved.
The existence of the temple number system is not only rightSovereignPersonal praise and remembrance are also to the countryHistoryThe continuation and inheritance of the legacy. Each temple number is in the context of the era andSovereignThe characteristics are given different meanings and symbols on the basis. Although the temple number "Zhongzu" does not appear, we can see that it is inHistoryThere are many of themSovereignThey all have the potential of "Zhongzu", and they have made great contributions to the development and prosperity of the Chinese nation.
As an editor and writing assistant, I have delved into the temple number system and the mystery of the "middle ancestor" in it, providing readers with detailed descriptions and answers. Through the collection and analysis of the literature, I put forward my own opinions and insights, and strive to make the articles more vivid and engaging. I hope this article will inspire and give readers food for thought and learn more about our ancestorsSovereignThe great achievement of the temple number is appreciatedHistorywithCultureMeaning.
In addition, I believe that the existence of the temple number system also reflects Chinese feudalismSocialThe concept of authority and inheritance. The establishment of the temple number is not just rightSovereignPersonal respect and remembrance is the recognition and continuation of the entire dynasty. It embodiedChinese HistoryOn the concept of inheritance of feudal rule, emphasizedSovereignThe bloodline inheritance and the eternity of the dynasty.
Finally, we also need to be awareHistoryThe temple number system is subject toPoliticswithSocialThe influence of the background, it is not static. withSocialThe changes and ideological changes, the temple number system has also undergone some changes. In modern timesSocial, the temple number system is no longer used, but the temple number is usedChinese HistoryCulturePart of it is still for us to understand the ancient Chinese imperial systemHistoryTraditions and values are of great importance.
In short, the temple number system was feudal in ChinaHistoryplays an important role, and it is rightSovereignThe high praise of the merits and the commemoration of future generations also reflect the concept of dynastic inheritance and bloodline continuity. Although the temple name "Zhongzu" has not appeared, butHistoryThere are still manySovereignIt has the potential of "middle ancestor". Through the understanding of the temple number system, we can better recognize and understandChinese HistoryCultureThe unique charm, as well as the Chinese people's desire for heroes andSovereignof reverence and remembrance.