Emperor Taizong Li Shimin ascended the throne in 626, and changed his name to Zhenguan the following year. Emperor Taizong was a famous "monarch" in history. Let me comment on Emperor Taizong.
Restrain luxury: Tang Taizong was deeply shocked by the rapid demise of the Sui Dynasty, and decided to restrain luxury, try to be frugal, restrain desire and reduce the burden on the people. In view of the phenomenon of too many officials, he ordered to streamline the organization, abolish a large number of redundant staff, and improve the system of three provinces and six departments of Emperor Wendi of Sui Dynasty. From this point, we can see that he loves the people as a son, fears the sufferings of the people, is diligent and thrifty, and also strengthens the people's trust in him and his rule.
Recruit talents and use energy: Tang Taizong thought that "officials have people, but not many people." He knows how to be a good person, regardless of seniority or personal relationships. As long as they are talents who run the country and keep the country safe, they are entrusted with important tasks. He developed the imperial examination system, which had a far-reaching impact on the social atmosphere and academic atmosphere at that time, and made all the talents in the world under his control. This shows that he attaches great importance to talents, regardless of academic qualifications, as long as he is a good minister.
Coachable with an open mind: Emperor Taizong knew that in order to govern the country well, he had to brainstorm and take good advice, so he listened to others' teachings with an open mind to make politics clear and economy prosperous during the Zhenguan period. This shows that Emperor Taizong was an enlightened emperor who was prepared for danger in times of peace and made great efforts to govern.
Gains and losses in his later years: In the middle and later years of Zhenguan, Emperor Taizong thought that he had greatly surpassed the ancients in martial arts, literacy and nostalgia, and his complacency increased greatly. He stopped encouraging his deputies to express their opinions. After his comments, he was somewhat unwilling to accept them, and his greed for personal enjoyment was also increasing. At this time, Emperor Taizong was somewhat arrogant and extremely hypocritical and complacent.
Emperor Taizong's gains and losses tell us that we should listen to others' teachings with an open mind under any circumstances, and once we are complacent, we will not be loved by others.