The Ming Dynasty lasted for twelve generations and sixteen emperors: Zhu Yuanzhang, the Taizu of the Ming Dynasty, was the founding emperor, followed by Zhu Yunwen, the Emperor Hui of the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Di, the founder of the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Gaochi, Renzong of the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Zhanji, Xuanzong of the Ming Dynasty, Ming Yingzong Zhu Qizhen, Ming Dynasty Zong Zhu Qiyu, Ming Xianzong Zhu Jianshen, Ming Xiaozong Zhu Youtang, Ming Wuzong Zhu Houzhao, Ming Shizong Zhu Houcong, Ming Muzong Zhu Zaihe, Ming Shenzong Zhu Yijun, Ming Guangzong Zhu Changluo, Ming Xi Zong Zhu Youxiao, Ming Dynasty Sizong Zhu Youjian.