Chapter 106: Mysterious Academy
In fact, there have been many different opinions on classics and history, and there have been many controversies. From the Han and Wei dynasties to the Tang and Song dynasties to the Ming and Qing dynasties, great scholars emerged, but they still cannot reach consensus on certain views. Just talking about the Spring and Autumn Period, there are dozens of collections of annotations, each word and sentence is broken and crushed to study, but it is difficult to make a conclusion. Therefore, Che Ruoshui, a Confucian scholar in the Song Dynasty, sarcastically said in the "Airfoot Collection", that no one can judge the true meaning of the book "Spring and Autumn". Unless Confucius was dug out from the tomb and talked about the matter at that time, and listened to his own words and saying the meaning of praise and criticism, he could completely understand it.
This statement is rough and not rough. Later generations often make their own opinions to promote their own opinions. It is inevitable that they will bring private goods. How can others be satisfied with your private goods? So over the past thousands of years, Confucius' original intention may have been misinterpreted. Instead, those comments that adapt to the social development and the needs of the court at that time have been promoted and gradually passed down.
If Xu You and Wei Wuji argued word by word on the Spring and Autumn Annals, they would not just say that they would be useless to speak, but they would say their own words and draw the annotations of different sages, and would not convince the other party at all, let alone convince the other party. They would even show their fear of making mistakes and even become defeated if they were not careful.
Although Wei Wuji was instructed by Lu Xu, he did have good opinions in "Spring and Autumn". If Xu You had not used the most famous theory of "Xia Time is the best in Zhou Yue" in later generations to instantly defeat his fighting spirit, and if he continues to entangle, it is really hard to say who wins and loses.
At this moment, a man came out of the corridor, lame his left foot, but his demeanor was different, and asked loudly: "Hangjun Xu said that Confucius used the 'time of summer' to describe the great righteousness of spring and autumn. I wonder if there is any allusion?"
"There is a classic!" Xu You said without looking back, "It is recorded in "The Analects of Confucius: Duke Ling of Wei" that Yan Hui asked Confucius about the method of governing the country. Confucius replied that "the time of summer is in progress", so it comes from this classic!"
Using the Analects of Confucius to prove the Spring and Autumn Annals, this man had nothing to say, bent down respectfully, and then came to Gu Yun, but he just bowed and left without saying a word.
Someone quietly poked Zhang Tong and whispered: "Who is this person? He actually has the courage to question Xu Weizhi in person, and he is so rude to the Lord of the House?"
As a child of the Zhang family, Zhang Tong was knowledgeable and showed a little surprised and said, "This person should be Xuzhou's Zijin, and the humanitarian man who is the best at the Southern Wei. He is the two of Jiangdong who are good at spring and autumn. It seems that they have been defeated without any effort!"
Yes, to outsiders, only he knows Xu Yousheng's ease. Without the tireless study and exploration of the great scholars of later generations, how could he stand safely on this thin-waisted platform and listen to the cheers of the crowd?
This is not his victory, but a victory of cultural continuation, a victory of historical development, a victory of latecomers over pioneers. This victory does not matter whether it is winning or losing, nor does it matter whether it is superior or inferior. It is just a collision of wisdom and courage among Chinese people of the same root and species after a thousand years of time and space!
"Get up!"
Xu You helped Wei Wuji up, looked at the crowds around him, and said loudly: "Since the end of the Han Dynasty, there have been long-term changes, Confucian classics have been lost, literary and logical errors, and the master said many schools and the chapters and sentences are messy, so that my reputation and teachings are subtle, and the sages are covered with dust, which leads to the prosperity of Buddhism and Taoism. People in the world are ashamed to be a Confucian scholar. Although You are not talented, he is willing to devote all his wealth to set up Xuanji Academy in Lingxiu Mountain, Qiantang, sincerely invites the world's talents to gather together, work together, and get rid of me.
In addition to the "Justice of Spring and Autumn" written in the scriptures, we also need to compile "Justice of the Book of Changes", "Mao Shi Jing", "Shangshu Jing", and "Justice of the Book of Rites", collectively known as "Five Classics Justice". This "Five Classics Justice" must include a great ritual, collecting many opinions, deleting and scattering, publishing and retrieving, choosing good and following, examining the different opinions of the previous Confucians and conforming to the secret purpose of the saints, so that Confucian scholars can keep classics, let Confucian scholars understand the meaning of the classics, let the world know where to go, and let the Taoist teachings of all ages."
He finally gave up his ultimate goal of inducing Wei Wuji to debate the Spring and Autumn Period in public, which was to gather scholars from Jiangdong to establish Xuanji Academy in the name of compiling the Five Classics Justice.
For a long time from now on, Xu You was unable to gain a foothold with force. Even if the heaven was pitiful, he understood the secret of the mysterious Taoist heart and recovered his martial arts by chance, but he could not let outsiders know.
Therefore, first there were poetry and essays, and then the classics were used to make a name for him. Then, as a Confucian scholar, he reorganized the Confucian scholars that were scattered into a plate. Although the current Chu State has extremely powerful Buddhist and Taoist schools, it can be seen that for a thousand years later, Buddhism and Taoist schools are sometimes prosperous and sometimes declining, but only Confucian students are still alive and never cut off.
This is the most unrivalled power in the world!
However, many people at the center of power have been blinded by the honor and struggle in front of them, and they cannot see how powerful the Confucian sect lying in the undercurrent are accumulating.
Once you are erupting, you will be invincible!
In the past few years, Xu You was trapped by a stubborn disease. If he could not save himself, his life would be gone, and all plans would be in vain. So until he stole the Five Talisman Sutra of Lingbao, he would have the confidence and energy to arrange his next move. Secondly, after the White Thieves Rebellion, Yangzhou was in trouble, and the restoration of the economy and people's livelihood would require process and time. Food and clothing could not be satisfied. Who cares about the academies and Confucian schools?
Therefore, the public announced their retreat to write "Justice of Spring and Autumn" to cover up their eyes and wait for the opportunity. When Wei Wuji appeared, Xu You keenly realized that the time had come, and immediately took the plan and deliberately used his words to inspire him to be deceived. Through the forces in Gu Yun and the Winter Solstice, he made a big fuss and made a big announcement to criticize the world's knowledge of the Spring and Autumn troubles, and then he had the opportunity to say these bewitching words.
Just like the dam stored water for ten years, and once the flood was discharged, the effect was obvious!
Those who can squeeze out their heads to attend today's grand event with the power of great victory and the righteousness of the Spring and Autumn Period, all those who can squeeze their heads to attend today's grand event are well-educated Confucian scholars, heroes from Yangzhou, especially those from high-ranking families such as Gu Lu, Zhu and Zhang. Whether they make up for Gu Yun or Xu You, they are immediately crowded with people and keep applauding support.
"Sir Xu, if I don't dislike it, I would like to go to the academy to be a good person and hold a broom for Mr. Xu." Wei Wuji was completely impressed by Xu You's profound knowledge and personal charm, and followed him wholeheartedly to achieve the supreme cause of glory in the Confucian school.
"You are famous in Jiangdong, why are you a servant holding a broom? You can go to Xuanji Academy to teach Yidu, and you will give a lecture on "Spring and Autumn"!"
Wei Wuji excitedly said, "Okay! When I get home and settle down, I will go to Qiantang to join Master Xu immediately!"
Since Wei Wuji knelt down, Lu Xu's teeth almost bleeded. He had been planning for so long. Just to make Wei Wuji challenge Xu You, he condescended to date him as a close friend. He always thought about waiting until today to see how Xu You was embarrassed, and then rushed up and trampled him hard.
But...but what's the result?
Your own sword becomes the shield of others, and your own chess piece becomes the stepping stone under others' reputation!
And he himself didn't even have the qualifications to be a laughing stock, and no one cared about the fact that there was a person like him!
It's tolerant, but who can't bear it!
Perhaps seeing Lu Xu's face looked really ugly, he stood up behind him and shouted in a teasing tone: "Hangjun Xu is arrogant and said he wants to revitalize the Confucian school. In today's world, everyone worships Buddhism, everyone believes in Taoism, and everyone talks about mystery, but how many people are willing to deal with corrupt scholars? Tell me, what is a Confucian scholar?"
This assist was really in place. Xu You took a light step, stood on the edge of the platform, facing east, stepped on the ground, and stood with his hands behind his back, saying: "Confucian scholars establish their minds for the heaven and earth, establish their destiny for the people's livelihood, inherit their unique knowledge for the past sages, and open peace for all ages!"
Zhang Zai's four sentences of Hengqu are also called the Confucian school's first pretentious behavior, which is comparable to the sentence "I am the only one in heaven and earth" when Sakyamuni was born.
Countless people's hearts were pounding, and Xu You's gentle but seemingly powerful voice echoed in his ears: Confucian scholars establish their hearts for the heaven and earth, establish their destiny for the people's livelihood, inherit their unique knowledge for the past sages, and bring peace to the ages!
"I, Prince Dan of Langya, am willing to go to Qiantang to help you with your arm!"
"Yuan is from Chen County, and he is willing to attach himself to the tail of a horse!"
"Deng Bingzhi, Liang County..."
"Pei Xiuzhi, Yong'an County..."
Almost instantly, from north to south, more than a dozen well-known Confucian scholars have taken the initiative to join Xuanji Academy. Although there are lack of world-renowned great scholars, Xu You's goal has been achieved today. As long as he starts and develops slowly, it is not difficult to ask one or two great scholars to take charge.
Besides, he never forgot that Yuan Jie had promised to satisfy his request. Yuan was the Religious Sect of Jiangdong. As long as Yuan asked Yuan Jie to come forward, there would be no problem for anyone to invite to the academy.
Because the atmosphere on the scene was too warm, many people rushed to the thin waist platform and surrounded Xu You. They asked about the various things about Xuanji Academy. Some of them just wanted to contribute money and efforts, while others were very smart to see the opportunity to become famous, and some even wanted to study in the academy. Anyway, they all had their own thoughts and were all in one go.
This is the case in the world. For a grand goal, core strength can be organized, but it is impossible for everyone to strive for this goal. Xu You never tire of explaining the purpose and prospects of the academy to everyone. He partially stolen the rules of Zhu Xi’s Bailu Academy, with the theme of "learning, asking, thinking, and debate" to reproduce the idea of Confucius’s teachings without distinction. It is not distinguished between noble and humble, family status, nor qualifications or young. As long as you are willing to join the Confucian school, you can come to the academy to study. In the end, you must achieve the purpose of explaining the mysterious meaning of the previous sages and thinking about the inconsistent schools, and end the current chaotic situation of the Confucian school.
I don’t know how long it took, but more and more people around Xu You gathered. Gu Yun looked at the time and had no choice but to cancel the established program of Li Xianji on stage to perform. Finally, he persuaded everyone to disperse first, and waited for the gathering in Qiantang in the future to discuss in detail, and then returned to the prefect's official residence with Xu You.
"Weizhi, this is "August Post" for you!" Gu Yun smiled and said, "I keep my word. When you defeated Wei Wuji, the glass of wine was still warm."
Zhang Zhi's original works have not been circulated in later generations. This will bring the long-famous "August Post". Xu You's excitement is beyond words. He doesn't care about his fatigue and observes it carefully at his desk.
Gu Yun said with a funny look: "You have always been calm, not loving money or greedy for sex, but you didn't expect to be obsessed with posting!"
"Money is something outside the body, and the money is gone and it will come back; color is a bone scraper, and there are skeletons under the skin of a beautiful woman; only this white stroke is the real immortal thing!"
"Oh? It turns out that Weizhilang treats women in the world like this. If I say it out, I don't know how many good girls in Jiangdong will be sad!"
Xu You raised his head and stood at the door, wearing a beautiful beauty wearing a gold-belt-shaped skirt that was streaked with embroidered branches and embroidered with diamonds, green and white fur, surrounded by clothes, appearing lively and elegant. His head was tied into a lingering bun, his eyes were red and phoenix cut water, rippling with clear waves, and his figure was as slender as a crane, proud and charming.
Li Xianji?
Chapter completed!