Appreciation of Two Poems of Emperor Taizong's Imperial edict

Li Shimin, Emperor Taizong, once said to his relatives, "I have been in office for thirteen years, and I never like to visit scenic spots when I go out, and I dare not indulge in singing and dancing. You came from a rich family and grew up in the palace compound. As royalty, we must be strict with ourselves. Every time I wear a dress, I think of the hardships of sericulture women. Every meal should think of the hardships of farmers. As for listening to others, we must think calmly and make a correct judgment, not relying on our own emotions. I often personally handle all kinds of complicated government affairs, how dare I refuse because I am too hard! Don't laugh at other people's shortcomings, and don't be arrogant just because you are better than others. Only in this way can you enjoy wealth forever and ensure a beautiful and smooth life. The sages once said that those who dare to offend me are my teachers, and those who blindly obey me are my enemies. This sentence must be carefully understood? "

In the family instruction of past dynasties, the family instruction of emperors occupies a special position. One of his masterpieces is Li Shimin's commandment to the royal family.

Emperor Taizong attached great importance to the education of governors, and often warned future generations to abide by moral norms, strengthen moral cultivation, and master the way of governing the country. In "Commanding the Royal Family", Emperor Taizong warned the royal family that during my thirteen years in office, I never enjoyed traveling abroad, but I enjoyed internal music. You were born rich and grew up in the palace. Husband, Prince Di Zi, self-denial is the first step. Every time I wear clothes, I pity the silkworm girl; Eat one meal at a time and you will miss your husband. As for listening, don't indulge your emotions yet. Every time I go to the ordinary government, I dare not be afraid of getting old. You should not be short-sighted and rely on your own strengths, but you can always be rich and protect your chastity. The sage said, "Those who disobey me are my teachers, and those who obey me are my thieves." It is necessary to observe.

Li Shimin, Emperor Taizong, took his diligence as an example and warned his royal family who was born with wealth and grew up in the palace to restrain themselves, cherish their property and not be extravagant. Every time they wear a dress and eat a meal, they should not forget the hard work of silkworm women farmers.

When you hear a decision, don't be preconceived, let go of your emotions, be modest and be good at listening to different opinions. Don't despise others because they have shortcomings, and don't be arrogant because you have advantages. You should treat those who dare to oppose you as teachers and those who please you as thieves. Only in this way can we be prosperous, virtuous and auspicious forever.