I have already established my power and prestige, so how did Li Shimin come back to life?

The question raised by Li Chengqian was that all the officials who could serve in this majestic court were well-educated and eloquent.

When it comes to the topics of prosperous times and strong countries, they have been familiar with the classics, history, and literature since childhood, and can all use their vast knowledge to expound on long and eloquent speeches, and quoting from classics is not a problem.

But everyone knows in their hearts that the current emperor is completely different from the former emperor.

Your Majesty is quick-witted, decisive, innovative and unpredictable.

The final answers to the various questions raised by Your Majesty are often very different from the traditional cognition that everyone is familiar with, completely breaking the fixed thinking patterns that they have always held.

Therefore, at this moment, although all the ministers had their own opinions and answers in their hearts, no one was in a hurry to stand up and respond, because they were afraid that what they said would not be in line with the emperor's wishes, thus falling into an embarrassing and awkward situation, or even angering the emperor.

Seeing that no one answered, Li Chengqian's sharp eyes slowly swept across the faces of the ministers one by one.

After a moment, he finally spoke, "My dear Yu, I am well aware that you are a master of Confucianism. Since that is the case, I will ask you to answer my questions."

When Yu Zhining heard His Majesty call his name, his brows involuntarily frowned slightly.

Although he did not know what unique insights and profound meanings His Majesty had in his mind regarding the answer to this question, he was quite confident in the knowledge and wisdom he had accumulated from years of immersion in Confucian classics, especially the doctrine of the mean, in which he was proficient.

The answers I hold all come from the words of the saints, and are the crystallization of wisdom that has been passed down and accumulated over thousands of years. No matter what, Your Majesty cannot refute the words of the saints, right?

After thinking about this, he quickly collected his thoughts, took a step forward respectfully, and then performed a very standard and solemn bow to show his respect for His Majesty.

After the ceremony, he stood up, adjusted his breathing slightly, and began to talk eloquently based on his profound knowledge.

"In Confucianism, the hallmarks of a prosperous age are virtue nourishing the hearts of the people and propriety and righteousness prospering the nation."

Yu Zhining's tone was steady and powerful.

“When the monarch is wise and the ministers are capable, the foundation for a prosperous era can be established.”

"A ruler should be a model of benevolence and kindness for all people, just as the North Star hangs high in the sky, unwavering and unwavering, while all the other stars surround and guard it, revering and admiring it."

"A monarch should be open to the public and accept advice readily, just as the ocean embraces all rivers and does not reject even the smallest stream."

"And we should be diligent in government affairs, personally involved in all matters, be kind to the people, and implement all government orders with a benevolent heart, so that our grace, like the warm sunshine, will shine upon the vast expanse of the earth, benefiting every citizen."

"Officials should strictly abide by their duties, act in accordance with morality, be honest and self-disciplined, and obey the law."

"As Zengzi said, 'I examine myself three times a day.' I must constantly reflect on my own words and deeds, cultivate my character, and correct my behavior. I will fully assist the monarch in implementing benevolent policies and good deeds, and contribute my own efforts to the prosperity of the country."

"Only then can all people live in harmony and enjoy the blessings of a peaceful and prosperous age."

"In the family, the father is kind and the son is filial, the brothers are friendly and respectful, and the husband and wife are harmonious."

"Neighbors are friendly and helpful to each other, no one picks up things on the road, and no one locks their doors at night, demonstrating the simplicity and honesty of the people."

"The Church of Order is flourishing, and talented people will surely emerge."

"Scholars all respected the idea of ​​'learning well leads to officialdom,' and took self-cultivation, family harmony, governance of the country, and world peace as their grand ambitions. They devoutly respected the teachings of the sages, understood the principles of human relations, and knew the norms of etiquette. This is the embodiment of the flourishing culture and virtue that is prominent in the world."

"Furthermore, only when the granaries are full will the people learn etiquette."

“When people have enough food and clothing, they will begin to understand honor and disgrace.”

"Agriculture and sericulture flourish, artisans live and work in peace and contentment, trade flows freely, the economy thrives, and the people are wealthy and respect etiquette—this is the solid material foundation of a prosperous era."