The Forbidden City received a mysterious call: I claim to be a descendant of Dolgon, and the Forbidden City is my family's ancestral business.
In 2007, the Palace Museum in Beijing received a strange call from a descendant of the former royal family. Aixin Jueluo Zhoudi, who claimed to be the prince of the Manchu Dynasty, had an arrogant tone and a sense of persistence in his humorous words, which was mistaken for a joke at first.
However, two days later, his statement became more and more bizarre, revealing himself as the tenth grandson of Dorgon, emphasizing his authentic royal status, refusing to marry a Han woman on the grounds of pure blood, and even claiming that the Forbidden City was the root and soul of his family, and that the treasure should belong to him.
This made the staff realize that this was not an ordinary prank, but someone who had a deep appeal to the treasures of the Forbidden City. Who is this "prince" named Aixin Jueluo Zhoudi, his true intentions are thought-provoking.
The Palace Museum's Treasures reveals an untold story: a self-proclaimed"Lord Wang"The mysterious figure Zhou Youqian, whose real identity is Aixin Jueluo Zhoudi, called from Guangzhou caused heated discussions.
His appeal is not groundless, but directed at the museum"Ancestral property"。When the Forbidden City employees reported the seemingly bizarre request to management, they quickly followed the lead and realized that it was serious"Acknowledgment"Request.
This"Lord Wang"Insisting that the Forbidden City is his family's legacy, although he only wants to be able to select some of the treasures, undoubtedly touches a sensitive nerve in history.
In the face of Aisin Jueluo Zhoudi's inappropriate claim to the ownership of the Forbidden City, the authorities responded with a firm and historical perspective: the Forbidden City now symbolizes the common heritage of the People's Republic of China and all its people, and no longer belongs to the Manchu dynasty and its private concept.
This"Lord Wang"'s appeal was denied, and the Forbidden City has since stopped responding to his unwarranted demands. Although the operation ended in failure, it sparked a wave of heated discussions on the Internet, and people were curious about this one"Lord Wang"True identity.
Soon, the truth was revealed, and this porcelain toucher in the Forbidden City was not an idle person. He once made frequent appearances in Guangzhou ** because of his strange behavior, insisting on the so-called royal blood, which made him stand out from the crowd.
Born in Guangzhou in 1935, as the 10th potential descendant of Prince Dolgon, Aisin Jueluo Zhoudi proudly defended the purity of the royal bloodline.
Since 2002, he has firmly demonstrated his "authentic" identity by wearing bright yellow costumes, a symbol of imperial power, and a money rattail hairstyle that mimics the Qing Dynasty. Despite the fact that the retro outfit was unique and even criticized as ugly in the modern eye, Zhou Di remained steadfast and always referred to his ancestor Dorgon, calling himself the honorable "prince".
In fact, his actions were heavily influenced by the Qing Dynasty's title system, which had a strict system of titles, with each generation descending in rank from Prince Heshuo to General Feng'en.
According to tradition, the eldest son will be demoted when he inherits, but it will stop after ***. Zhou Di's behavior seems to continue the ancient inheritance in the context of history.
Through the glory of history: unique to the Qing Dynasty"Hereditary replacement"system, endowed a very small number of clan members with endless dignity-"The Iron Hat King"of honors. The leaders of the Manchu elite, such as the representative of the founding heroes and the prince of Shuorui, Dorgon, were the shining stars of the twelve iron hats.
His title of Prince Heshuorui, starting from Dolgon, has gone through eight generations and thirteen people, until **, passed down from generation to generation, and is actually a symbol of hereditary succession. This glory has witnessed the glorious and iron-blooded historical chapter of the Qing Dynasty.
Dolgon's sumptuous court clothes had ignited the aristocratic dream in Zhou Di's heart, and as a descendant of Prince Rui, he longed to inherit the glory of the prince. However, his ideals seem unattainable within the framework of reality, like ancient mythology.
Prince Rui's hereditary privileges are like a fertile ground that nourishes his fantasies, but"Royal education"This strict rule, like a cold reality, poured his distorted pursuit of honor.
From an early age, strict education emphasized the purity of blood, and forbade marriages with Han women, which was a traditional yoke that Zhou Di could not avoid. In the ** interview, he recalled that his father's admonition was like an iron law, requiring them to be members of the royal family, and their words and deeds must reflect the royal majesty.
This kind of hierarchical etiquette and religion makes the state Di in"Amma"、"Uncle"The title of the change in confusion until gradually understood"Little Prince"The status symbol behind the title, that is the heavy historical mission that he must undertake.
Growing up, he was deeply imprinted with the spirit of royalty. Although he did not experience palace life in his childhood, his father said a word"As a royal family, you need to abide by the royal demeanor and maintain the dignity of the bloodline"to teach him to understand what true aristocratic etiquette is.
They take a lesson from the royal image in the TV series, believing that it is a blasphemy against the honor of their ancestors, and as a result, Zhou Di is indoctrinated from an early age"Morning and dusk set the province"The royal rules, which originated from the poems of Lu You in the Song Dynasty, symbolized the greetings and care of the morning and evening, and were the embodiment of filial piety and respect.
Strict family rules stipulate that Zhou Di and his brothers should wait at their parents' bedside every morning to greet them before leaving, and at night they must bow again before their parents go to bed.
Any violation of this routine is considered a violation of the law of etiquette and is rewarded with severe discipline. This kind of education immersed Zhou Di in the rigorous hierarchical culture and traditional etiquette and made it a part of his life.
In the court world, which was deeply influenced by feudal etiquette, the rules of the concubines shaped the state and the di"Lord Wang"A deep sense of identity. This once empty title is now becoming more and more solid in his heart.
With the precipitation of the years, even without the reminder of his father's teachings, Zhou Di spontaneously cherished his own demeanor and dignity, and regarded others as servants, but the reality limited his public identity.
How to let the world know that his royal bloodline is extraordinary? After much deliberation, Zhou Di found the answer: through his daily life, he was determined to show a different aristocratic demeanor.
As a descendant of the Manchu aristocracy, Zhou Di stuck to tradition and decided to change from the details. Since 2002, he has grown a distinctive hairstyle with a golden rat tail that symbolizes power, and said goodbye to the plain shirt in favor of a bright yellow dress to show his royal heritage.
Zhoudi's home renovation is not only a gorgeous upgrade on the surface, it is an in-depth excavation of traditional feelings. His small western-style building has a new look, like a miniature in the city"The Royal Palace", immersed in ancient rhyme.
In the study, there are a dazzling array of calligraphy and painting works, symbolizing the glory of the Eight Banners of the Manchu Dynasty; In the living room, the portraits of Nurhachi and Dolgon stand solemnly, and the roof is painted with the totems of the Eight Banners of the Manchu Dynasty.
Zhou Di indulged in his arhat collapse, holding the family tree like a family treasure, as if to find traces of history in every detail. This one seems to have traveled through time and space"The Royal Palace", to the visiting friends are all amazed, lamenting that China in the 21st century still has such a unique charm.
When asked why he adhered to the Manchu Qing style, Zhou Di replied that in the face of the loss of cultural heritage, it is also a treasure of the memory of the ancestors to be able to preserve even a bits and pieces. Onlookers look at him immersed in it, and can't help but feel the persistence and complexity of people's hearts towards tradition.
Zhou Di's living room not only adhered to the traditional customs of the Qing Dynasty, but he was also proud of his noble royal blood and refused to marry a Han woman. As a pure Manchu descendant of Guangzhou, he believed that only marriage with a fellow Manchu nobleman could match his nobility.
Therefore, the process of finding an ideal partner was long and deliberate, until finally, with the help of the marriage strategy within the Manchu Qing Dynasty, he succeeded in marrying his cousin and was officially canonized"Fujin", thus solving his life's events.
After their marriage, he insisted that his wife wear a bright yellow dress that symbolized orthodoxy, and although it seemed unique to others, the couple was deeply proud of it as a manifestation of identity and traditional values.
The unique style of Zhou Di and his beloved wife has attracted a lot of controversy, and their true identity has been questioned. His"The prince advocates"Deeply rooted in the hearts of the people, his pride is not only reflected in the gorgeous clothes and residences, but also in his high profile in interpersonal communication.
Being"Lord Wang"He regards communication with others as the supreme glory, often rejects people with cold eyes, cherishes words like gold when he is in a good mood, and chooses silence when he is unhappy. This led to a gradual decrease in his interaction with others.
Immersed in a self-constructed world of dignity, Zhou Di firmly believes that his status is above ordinary people. Once he encountered a shortage of tickets for a ride, he ignored the conductor's advice, insisted on an immediate solution, and even arrogantly declared that he was the prince of the Qing Dynasty and that trivial matters should not bother them.
This vignette thoroughly reveals his self-righteousness and unreality.
The order of the station was thrown into chaos due to Zhou Di's willfulness and arrogance, and they did not expect that in this bustling city, they would encounter a "prince" figure who claimed to be "the direct line of Prince Rui".
His noisy behavior not only stirred the calm of the station, but also attracted a large number of curious eyes, forcing the management to reluctantly turn to ** to intervene in mediation. This turmoil made Zhou Di famous, because in modern times, it is rare and incomprehensible to swagger in the name of feudal "prince".
After an in-depth investigation, President Wang of the Guangzhou Manchu History and Culture Research Association expressed deep doubts to reporters: "The identity of Mr. Zhou Di is doubtful, according to historical facts, Dolgon has no heirs, how can the tenth grandson say?" ”
Authoritative scholars Wang Zongyou and President Tong Shun revealed that Dolgon had only one daughter, which directly denied the claim that Dolbo's descendants were the tenth grandson. Zhou Di claims to be a descendant of Prince Rui, but according to time, he is not the tenth generation.
And its original name "Yu Di" implies that his seniority should be after Pu Yi, not cousin relationship. If it is true that he pays attention to rituals and religions, it is difficult to explain the errors in the genealogy. In addition, historical records record that the Qing dynasty restricted Manchus from doing business, while the Zhou Di family had a business tradition, which contradicts its emphasis on cultural adherence.
The recurrence of paradoxes has led experts to question the identity of the state, especially to show off the glory of his ancestors.
Zhou Di persistently showed the style of the Eight Banners, despite the continuous doubts from the outside world, he still adhered to his long hair and yellow robe, and was active everywhere"Lord Wang"The obsession is deeply imprinted.
However, this dream is a flash in the pan after all, and it cannot touch reality. Maybe it comes from his father's misinformation as a child, or a haven to deal with life's setbacks. But in today's new China, when everyone enjoys equality, the "dream of the king" can only come to naught in this land.
The editor Cang Hairuo and the reviewer Lin Hua reveal the inevitable end of this era.