Of course, Liu Chengyou moved the idea of "destroying the Buddha", in fact, he had already moved, the copper problem is just a small inducement, and more importantly, it is the property owned by Buddhist temples in various places, which is a piece of fat, which is too tempting for Liu Chengyou, who is about to go crazy and poor, and the Han court......

Even if wars are frequent, as far as Liu Chengyou knows, the scale of Buddhist temples in the whole country is still not small. Not to mention the fear of his "demagogy", it is difficult for Liu Chengyou not to covet the large amount of land and population he occupies.

Liu Chengyou does not have much prejudice against Buddhism, but when it comes to national interests, there is no prejudice and prejudice. Since the four major Buddhist doors are empty, then recite the scriptures and eat fasting, purify the heart and have few desires, and be frugal and keep the true style, that is the right way.

Liu Chengyou's desire to "destroy the Buddha" is not to suppress for the sake of suppression. Rather, it is to liberate the labor force, increase the registered population, and increase the country's fiscal and tax revenues, but the final effect may not make any difference.

Indulging in "destroying the Buddha" is not just a pat on the head and a reckless order. We must still be cautious in this matter. Three generations ago, there were "three martial arts" who rebelled against people and wished to destroy the Buddha, and as a result, it had a very positive effect on the stability of political and people's hearts and the increase in the increase of economic, fiscal and tax revenues, but it seems that the ending of the "three martial arts" was not very good......

Of course, Liu Chengyou was not afraid of this, but just took history as a mirror and was habitually cautious.

The destruction of Buddha by the three martial arts may be more focused on political factors, cultural conflicts, Confucian and Buddhist contradictions, Buddhist and Taoist thoughts, and the interests of monks and laity. On Liu Chengyou's side, due to the different national conditions and current situation, this thought is much purer, that is, he is greedy for the property and population occupied by the Liberation Gate, and wants to generate income for the wealth of the Han Dynasty.

Naturally, such naked utilitarian thinking cannot be expressed, and it will have to be put in a different way, such as "rectifying" the bad trend. There are so many Buddhist temples in the world, and there are always those who hide dirt and dirt and live on the people, which is predictable.

The edict of "governing the Buddha" should not be delayed, but you may wish to prepare in advance. Without investigation, there is no voice. Liu Chengyou ordered Wang Zhang and Li Shaoyou to conduct a "thorough" investigation of Buddhist temples across the country to see what the situation was. When you understand it clearly, when the time comes, you can calmly rectify it.

In addition, the matter of "destroying the Buddha" still needs to consider the impact, in troubled times, the survival soil of Buddhism is really fertile, and the impact on the people is not shallow. However, this small problem cannot shake Liu Chengyou's determination. The only thing that made him a little scruple was the Queen Mother Li, who believed in the Buddha.

I didn't know the Buddhism of the Han Dynasty, but because I visited the market once, I aroused the strong heart of the Son of Heaven to "destroy the Buddha".

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"Official, Master Tao asks to see you."

Speaking of which, there has also been a long time since Liu Chengyou has seen Tao Gu. It's not that there is no communication at all, the imperial court's system and edict are still drafted by the penmen of the Hanlin Academy.

"Tao Qing, the Hanlin Academy is full of humanities, Zhong Lingyuxiu, you are now the master of the Academy, you should take more pain, meet all the gentlemen, and take charge of the place where this talent gathers for me!" Liu Chengyou and Tao Gu were chatting idly, meaning something.

Liu Chengyou has heard of it, relying on the relationship of "Yuan Congqian Mansion", Tao Gu has been a little flamboyant in the Hanlin Academy recently, and the literati are light, and there has been some unhappiness with his colleagues.

"Please rest assured." Tao Gu lowered his eyebrows and agreed.

"I heard that Tao Qing is compiling a strange book? The names involved cover a wide range, astronomy and geography, monarchy and official chronicles, clothing, food, housing and transportation, and even plants, trees, flowers and fruits. Liu Chengyou asked.

Slightly surprised, this is just his leisure, it can be described as private. His mind moved slightly, and Tao Gu's face did not change, but he still replied respectfully: "The minister is ashamed, how dare he be surprised, but he has been idle for a small pen over the years, and since the three generations of the Tang Dynasty, the government and the opposition have made some novel descriptions of various people, things, and things, and it is difficult to get into the hall of elegance." ”

"Tao Qing is too modest, in my opinion, this book is a collection of encyclopedic things, if it can be written, it can be used as a preaching to solve doubts, and it can be more valuable than some gorgeous poems." Liu Chengyou waved his hand.

Hearing this, some unexpected joy appeared on Tao Gu's face, Liu Chengyou spoke so highly of his unfinished notes? His mind immediately moved, originally he was just taking advantage of his leisure time to write and write, but now it seems that it can be used as a cause to please the king.

He immediately promised: "With Your Majesty's words, the ministers should do their best to compile this list!" ”

"On the day the book is written, I will be the emperor to read it." Liu Chengyou encouraged Tao Gu.

The book compiled by Tao Gu is called "Qing Yilu" in history, which is equivalent to an encyclopedia, a directory entry, involving all aspects of this era, and is of great literary and historical value. With Liu Chengyou's encouragement and utilitarian heart driven by the compilation, it is estimated that the date of completion of the book will be greatly advanced.

Tao Gu is a person who has a bad official reputation, but this person really has some talents, especially literary talents, which can make Liu Chengyou tolerate his little problems. Besides, isn't a minister with obvious flaws more reassuring to the monarch?

Today's Liu Chengyou has been almost assimilated by this era, and he has entered the role of the emperor more deeply. Managing the political country and employing people to do things is rarely based on personal preferences anymore, and it is evolving more and more into a political animal.

After chatting for a while, Liu Chengyou directly changed the topic, glanced at Tao Gu and asked, "Tao Qing came to see me this time, what is the so-called matter?" ”

Hearing this, thinking about the purpose of his visit, Tao Gu was even more energetic, bent his waist slightly, with a touch of flattery in his expression, and said carefully: "About the autumn exam......

"What, what does Tao Qing think about the exam?" Liu Chengyou raised the corners of his eyebrows lightly and asked lightly.

Tao Gu showed a little sneer on his face, and said respectfully: "The minister heard that the preparation of the Ministry of Rites is complicated, and the progress is not smooth. In addition, Su Xiang and others have not yet discussed the candidates for the system......"

Hearing him say this, of course Liu Chengyou understands.

After all, there are precedents to follow, and the framework is there, but when it comes to perfecting various systems and regulations and the process of examination subjects, it is a little slow. Although Liu Chengyou emphasizes efficiency and simplicity, he cannot relax his seriousness at all.

Now, the subjects of this system examination have been decided. The regular subjects for three generations have basically followed the Tang system, but because of the war, the rise and fall are different. Liu Chengyou opened the system at the age of this year, and wanted to urgently use the talents of help, and originally proposed to open the three subjects of Jinshi, Ming Law, and Ming Calculation, but under the arguments of Su Yuqi and other ministers, he still added the Ming Jing Department.

The process of the examination system is still to be arranged, but the candidates who know the system are still being discussed...... Originally, it was proposed that the servant Zhao Shang hand it over, and later Li Song, He Ning, Zhao Ying and other Wen Kui ministers were also discussed. The temptation of promoting talents for the country and enhancing fame is not small for Wenchen.

Tao Gu waited respectfully below, feeling apprehensive and full of hope, waiting for Liu Chengyou's response, the humility on his face had not changed.

Liu Chengyou examined him, and secretly pondered in his heart, if he wanted to say that with Tao Gu's ability and fame, he would be qualified to know the system. Moreover, in this matter, Liu Chengyou does not look at qualifications, but to be able to do things and select talents for him. Tao Gu is too selfish, which makes Liu Chengyou a little uneasy......

However, thinking about it from another angle, judging from Liu Chengyou's attention to this matter and the status of the first system of the Han Dynasty, with Tao Gu's shrewdness and flattering style, it will not be too out of line.

After thinking about it, Liu Chengyou said: "In this way, the process of the system has not yet been declared, Tao Qing will go back and write a copy for my reference." ”

Not long after the words fell, I saw Tao Gu take out a book from his sleeve and present it: "This is the system drafted by the minister, please forgive the official for not reporting it early." ”

At this moment, the look of surprise on Liu Chengyou's face was superficial. He took it from the hand of the inner servant, and after reviewing it, he looked at Tao Gu and said with emotion: "The provisions are clear and well-considered, it seems that Tao Qing is attentive and fully prepared." ”

With Liu Chengyou's approval, Tao Gu became more and more humble, but the corners of his mouth couldn't help but be filled with a subtle sense of pride.

"In this system, I must select a few useful talents!" In the end, Liu Chengyou still did not allow it directly, but ended the conversation with Tao Gu with a word of implicit reminder and warning.

Tao Gu is a person who is good at drilling camps and greeting, and he has always been good at grasping the opportunities of the situation. In the first half of his career, it is not uncommon for him to recommend himself for an official position.

In the Later Jin Dynasty, he was appreciated and promoted by Prime Minister Li Song through a self-recommendation document. And now, he and Li Song are officials in the same Han Dynasty, and Li Song has lost power and power, so it is natural that there will be fewer contacts with him. When Li Song offended Su Fengji before, in order to avoid being a courtier, he avoided it like an enemy.

This person's moral character is really despised by others. However, a person's ability and value often have little to do with his or her moral character. And Liu Chengyou employs people, obviously paying more attention to practical ability.

Not long, Liu Chengyou instructed the Zhongshu Sect to subordinate the system, and the Tai Servant Qing was the secretary of the Ministry of Rites, and he knew the system, and Tao Gu, a bachelor of the Hanlin Academy, knew the system.

In the end, Zhao Shangjiao was the main one, just because the Zhao Shanghai Stock Exchange system was clearer and more precise, and compared with Tao Gu, there was one more: the famous school was re-obscured.