In the Ming and Qing dynasties, ** prevailed, and people in later generations often marveled at the openness and pluralism of the people in that era. When we look back at the Ming Dynasty, from the founding emperor Zhu Yuanzhang to the last emperor Ming Sizong Zhu Youzhen, this dynasty has experienced nearly three hundred years of glory.
During this long period of time, a total of 16 emperors ascended the throne one after another. So, if we take personal ability and historical contribution as the criterion, how should these emperors be ranked?
Before sorting,Or first sort the emperors in the order of their reign.
The sixteen emperors of the Ming Dynasty were: Ming Taizu Zhu Yuanzhang, Ming Huizong Zhu Yunwen, Ming Chengzu Zhu Di, Ming Renzong Zhu Gaochi, Ming Xuanzong Zhu Zhanji, Ming Yingzong Zhu Qizhen, Ming Dynasty Zhu Qiyu, Ming Xianzong Zhu Jianshen, Ming Xiaozong Zhu Youji, Ming Wuzong Zhu Houzhao, Ming Shizong Zhu Houxi, Ming Muzong Zhu Zaikun, Ming Shenzong Zhu Yijun, Ming Guangzong Zhu Changluo, Ming Xizong Zhu Youxiao and Ming Sizong Zhu Youzhen.
Ranked in the top three
In the glorious history of the Ming Dynasty, if you talk about ability and contribution,The top three convincing ones are none other than Ming Taizu Zhu Yuanzhang, Ming Chengzu Zhu Di and Ming Xiaozong Zhu Youji。These three emperors, like the three pillars of the Ming Dynasty, supported the glory of the Ming Dynasty.
Ming Taizu Zhu Yuanzhang, as the founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty,His talent and courage are unparalleled。Although Zhu Yuanzhang, who was a cattle boy as a child, was poor, he often played the role of "emperor" with his companions around him. Even if it is a beggar in the future,Zhu Yuanzhang still "conforms to the time"., went through tribulations, and finally ascended to the throne of God. He not only established the Ming Dynasty, but also restored the country from the rule of the Yuan Dynasty and created a prosperous era.
Although Zhu Yuanzhang did not receive an education in the way of the emperor from an early age like the emperors of other dynasties, the various political measures he implemented after the establishment of the Ming Dynasty fully demonstrated his imperial talent.
He is like a clever chess player, step by stepto lead the country to prosperity. He was well aware of the essentials of governing the country, and was good at using wisdom and strategy to make the Ming Dynasty gradually stronger under his rule. His wisdom and talent made him an outstanding emperor in Chinese history, which is admirable.
Although Zhu Yuanzhang's political methods are considered to be vigorous and resolute,Some even describe it as:"Brutality"，He was blamed for the problem of eunuch dictatorship in the late Ming Dynasty, but we cannot ignore his great contribution to history.
Like the tranquility after a storm, his reign, while intense, also laid the foundation for the stability of the Ming Dynasty. Not only did he unify a fragmented China, but he also adopted a series of reform measures that paved the way for the prosperity of the Ming Dynasty.
Ming Chengzu Zhu Di, as the son of Zhu Yuanzhang, his talent and contributions are equally admirable.
As the fourth son of Zhu Yuanzhang,Zhu Di is not "orthodox" in the traditional sense. But during his reign, he not only inherited his father's legacy, but also carried it forward on this basis. He expanded his territory and strengthened the country, so that the Ming Dynasty reached its peak under his rule.
His wisdom and courage are like an eagle spreading its wings and soaring in the sky of history.
Zhu Di can be called a generation of heroes, and his cultural and martial arts are comparable to those of the Han and Tang dynasties. Since his accession to the throne,He went on five personal expeditionsWith its excellent military command ability, it has repeatedly achieved brilliance and greatly expanded the territory of the Ming Dynasty. In the field of culture, Zhu Di also showed extraordinary leadership, and ordered his courtiers to compile the "Yongle Canon", which became a model of cultural inheritance.
Ming filial piety Zhu Youji, as a wise monarch in the middle of the Ming Dynasty, his contribution should not be underestimated.
During his childhood, Zhu Youzhu went through hardships and shaped his prudence and thoughtfulness as a king. When he first ascended to the throne, he was determined to get rid of the old and cloth the new, cleanse the evil in the court, and appoint upright people. During his reign, he implemented benevolent government and paid attention to the people's livelihood, which made the country prosperous.
The contribution of this emperor can be evaluated by Zhu Guozhen, the first assistant of the cabinet during the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty:"Three generations or less, the one who is called the virtuous master, Emperor Wen of the Han Dynasty, Emperor Renzong of Song and Emperor Xiaozong of my Ming Dynasty. ”
In addition to Ming Xiaozong's concept of governing the country is worthy of praise from the worldHe and Empress Zhang are "a couple for a lifetime".The love is sung through the ages. Zhu Youzhu only became attached to Empress Zhang in his life, and never canonized other concubines, this single-minded emotion is rare in the long history.
These three emperors, each with their own merits, wrote the glorious history of the Ming Dynasty together. Their deeds, like beautiful music, are played in the long river of history and will always inspire future generations.
Fourth to tenth
From fourth place onwards, the subsequent rankings have been very similar.
Fourth and fifthMing Xuanzong Zhu ZhanjiwithAkihito Sect Zhu Gaochi。On the vast territory of Ming Chengzu Zhu Di, the father and son worked together to write a glorious history.
They are known for their extraordinary intellect and courage, co-founded"The rule of Renxuan"of the heyday, has become a good story for later generations.
The rule of Renxuan" is like the "rule of Wenjing" in the Han Dynasty, not in innovation, but in continuation. As the saying goes,"It is easy to fight the country, but it is difficult to defend the country”。If the inheritance left by our ancestors can be continued for a long time, it will naturally have more far-reaching significance than a fleeting flash in the pan.
Mingrenzong Zhu Gaochi, the father of Ming Xuanzong Zhu Zhanji, why did he succumb to his son in the long river of history?
It's not that he's incompetentbut because Zhu Gaochi's reign was too short。His brief reign, like a bright meteor streaked across the night sky, was fleeting, but it left a lasting impact.
When Zhu Gaochi was young, his body was dragged down because he often followed his father Zhu Di to fight in the QuartetHe died shortly after succeeding to the throne.
However, it is gratifying that many of his political ideas were finally completed by his son Zhu Zhanji. After Zhu Zhanji ascended the throne of God, nor did it continue Zhu Di's measures to expand the territory, but to shrink the force.
But the throne was not an easy task for Zhu Zhanji, and he encountered many difficulties on the way to the throne. Zhu Gaochi's younger brother Zhu Gaochu has been secretly competing with Zhu Zhanji and has shown great desire for the throne, as if a hungry wolf staring at a piece of delicious meat. Even when Zhu Gaochi was seriously ill,Zhu Zhanji is still being secretly targeted by Zhu Gaoxu.
In sixth place is Zhu Qiyu of the Ming Dynasty, whose succession was not smooth sailing, but full of twists and turns.
Because of the mediocre Ming Yingzong Zhu Qizhen, he mistakenly believed the eunuchs' slander and commanded, resulting in his own capture. At that time, the Mongolian army seemed to have entered the city of Beijing, and when the Ming Dynasty was in such a life-and-death crisisThe prince is young, and it is difficult to take on big things
Only Zhu Qiyu took on this great responsibility, and under the gaze of all the soldiers and officials, Zhu Qiyu was dressed in a yellow robe and officially ascended the throne. But Zhu Qiyu is not a straw bagAfter his accession to the throneWith the assistance of Yu Qian and other generals, he defended Beijing and successfully repelled foreign enemies.
In seventh place is Ming Muzong Zhu Zaikun, although as the twelfth emperor of the Ming Dynasty, but mainly because of his contribution to the "Longqing Peace Conference" and the abolition of the nearly 200-year-old sea ban. And under the governance of Zhu Zaikun, the living standards of the people in the Ming Dynasty have been improved to a certain extent, and the national strength has also been greatly improved.
The eighth place is Ming Xianzong Zhu Jianshen,This emperor has always been controversial。Although he was generous and benevolent and treated the people well during his reign, in the later period, because of excessive favor to Wan Zhen'er, he gradually listened to the slander of the eunuchs around him and appointed treacherous evil. People have mixed reviews of him.
The ninth place is Ming Wuzong Zhu Houzhao,This emperor acted absurdly, and is not interested in political affairs, often ignoring the advice of the imperial court, allowing parties to compete for power. However, after he succeeded to the throne, he defeated the Mongol army and put down the rebellion of King Ping.
Ranking tenth is Ming Huizong Zhu Yunwen,The emperor was especially known for his "indecision".The political measures are also mostly biased towards "civil rule", and they do not have much talent in military affairs. In the later period of his reign, due to the implementation of measures to reduce the vassal states, Zhu Di, the king of Yan, raised troops.
XI-XVI
Most of the remaining rankings are emperors who have not made much contribution to state affairs.
The eleventh place, Ming Yingzong Zhu Qizhen, after he succeeded to the throneMainly because of listening to the slander of eunuchs,It greatly damaged the vitality of the Ming Dynasty.
The twelfth and thirteenth places are Ming Shizong Zhu Houxi and Mingshenzong Zhu Yijun, the two have very similar ways of doing things, so they are ranked together. Both of them initially implemented benevolent government, and then gradually ignored the government and the future direction of the Ming Dynasty.
The fourteenth and fifteenth places are Zhu Changluo of Mingguangzong and Zhu Youxiao of MingxizongSince Zhu Changluo succeeded to the throne, the court scene of the Ming Dynasty has further darkened, under the impetus of Zhu Youxiao, deepened the fall of the Ming Dynasty.
The last one is Ming Sizong Zhu Youzhen. Although Zhu Youzhen has lofty ambitions and is full of "great ambitions", he is suspicious by nature, and frequently adjusts officials during his tenure, unable to truly trust people with lofty ideals.
Under such circumstances, the Ming Dynasty could only go to the end. In 1644, Li Zicheng invaded Beijing, and the Ming Dynasty fell.
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