Edicts to seek virtuous people
Luantai 1: When the superior comes down, there is nothing more valuable than seeking virtuous people. Therefore, Yun Ning's performance is 4, his style is quiet and the group is fragrant, 5, he becomes the lofty cloud of the building, and the fertile sun of Jijuchuan is 6. Therefore, the Zhou name is Toushi 7, and the name of the beautiful folk ballad is 8; the Han name is Ren 9, and the Chuifang Zhusu is 10. Looking at the past generations, we can’t help but think about this 11. Although I stay up late at night for 12 hours, I forget to eat for 13 days, I am diligent in thinking about political skills, and I am not afraid of hard work. And the nine realms are so vast, how can one person be the only one to achieve them? You must be able to stand up to 18, and you can grow into wings of 19. Although the dragons are back in office20 and the herons fill the court21, there is still a fear of slaughtering the fishermen or violating the law, and the axes are still hidden22; the beauty of the caves25 is not lost, or the beauty of Kew Gardens24 is preserved. Therefore, the silk fabrics of the tribe were returned to the tribe many times, and the silk fabrics were frequently sent to collect and raise 26 pieces. The recommended way is to search for each other27, but the hope is not satisfied28. I will always say this 29, and I will always remember this 30. It is appropriate to order civil and military officials of fifth rank and above to show their knowledge. He has great talent and can be transformed into a god by his paintings31. The strategy of accumulating bells32 can radiate the power of heaven33. 34. Reward and train customs. Practicing filial piety to one's friends can lead the lives of others36. Adhering to the career of Confucianism37 can teach the country's stomach38. The thought of accumulating prose 39 can help the poet 40. Observe chastity and integrity 41. You can speak out without hiding anything. If you act with integrity42, you can remain committed to your duties43. All these eight subjects should actually be divided into three ways.44. Recruit people with tools45, and seek talents with appropriate skills46. The director still has a limited range47, the deputy is my opinion48, and the master implements it49.
[Notes]: 1. Luantai: signature of the central official of the Tang Dynasty. In the first year of Wu Zetian's Guangzhai reign (AD 684), the province was renamed Luantai, which was responsible for reviewing government orders, recruiting talents, and submitting memorials. 2. Dao: The main task, or refers to the political line and measures. 3. To exceed: to exceed. 4. Yun Ning Ji Ji: Yun means willing, honest, and sure; Ning means concentration; Ji means numerous, many; Ji means merit. 5. Shi Jing Qun Fang: Shi means use, method, and yi; Jing means stability; Qun Fang means all directions. 6. Wori: Wo means to wash; Wori means that the water is so powerful that it can submerge the sun. 7. Zhou called Tuoshi: "The Book of Songs·Daya·King Wen": "To help Tuoshi, King Wen brings peace." Toshi: There are many scholars, and there are many chapters in "Book of Zhou". 8. Zhumei: virtue; Fengyao: customary ballads, here refers to the Book of Songs. 9. Han Dynasty wins people: The Han Dynasty claimed to value the discovery of talents and be able to reuse them. 10. Chuifang: leave a good reputation; Zhusu: bamboo slips and plain silk, later refers to historical documents and annals. 11. 甔: Nothing, no; here: here, it refers to seeking talents. 12. I: the title of a feudal emperor; Xiaofen: midnight; Chushi: stop sleeping. 13. On the day of the day: it is late. On the day of the day: it is very late. 14. Mian: try your best; political skills: the method of governing the country.
15. Fear: fear; Jianlao: hard work. 16. Jiuyu: Jiuzhou, Tianxia. 17. Hua: weathering; changing customs, here refers to managing the country well. 18. Standing: Standing for a long time, waiting eagerly. 19. Wings: a metaphor for the civil and military officials who assist the emperor. "Guanzi" Duke Huan said: A humble man has Zhongfu, just like a flying giant has wings. 20. Dragons: a metaphor for talented ministers. 21. Zhenlu: The title of "Poem: Song of Zhou" is said to be due to the power of the Zhou Dynasty, and the descendants of Xia and Shang came to help the Zhou Dynasty perform sacrifices. Later, people used "Zhenlu" to replace the "surrender" of the subject country. 22. 薖axis: 薖, hunger; 薖axis, disease. Xie axis: metaphor for illness and sleepiness. Xie Zhu is still in hiding: There are still sick and sage people who are living in seclusion. 23. Yan: end, cave: cave. Beauty: A talented person. The meaning of the whole sentence is: There are still talented people hidden in the cave who have not been exhausted. 24. Wei: abandoned; Qiuyuan: earthy Qiu garden; Xiu: talented person. 25. Repeatedly: Repeatedly; Jingbo: Commend the sage. 26. Frequent dispatch: sending people many times; Searching: searching everywhere. 27. Seek each other: continuously. 28. Comfortable: Satisfied. 29. I will always say this: Seeking talents is often mentioned. 30. Huanmei: Huan, when you wake up; Meng, when you sleep; with it, you pay attention to seeking talents. The full sentence means: Pay attention to seeking talents day and night. 31. Danqing: The painting is colored, so it is called Danqing, which means polishing. 32. Yun: Tibetan; Taoling: ancient military book, including chapters "Six Tao" and "Yu Ling". Later, the strategy of using troops was called "Taoling". 33. Tianwei: the majesty of the emperor. 34. Zi: use, entrust; rely on, rely on. 35. Award and training: Award, commendation, encouragement; training, instruction, enlightenment. 36. persuade: persuade, encourage. Rate (the so-called cut) is the same as handsome, setting an example. Creatures: common people. 37. Confucianism: Confucianism. 38. Normal school: Be a teacher and a role model. Guo Wei: Emperors, descendants of nobles. 39. Save: to keep. Wenzao: Gorgeous words. 40. Fang Jia: means to keep pace with each other. Lyricist: A person who is good at writing articles. 41. Zhenliang: Integrity and steadfastness. 42. Practice: practice. Cao: conduct. 43. Yu: Change. 44. Three Ways: "The Book of Han, Chao Cuo Zhuan" is clear about the nature of the country, understands the beginning of human affairs, and can give out the most direct advice. That is what Emperor Wen of the Han Dynasty called the "Three Ways". 45. Instrument: specific ability. 46. ??Wu Shi: Must be suitable. 47. Department: competent department. Limited range: limited time. 48. Vice: It is said to be appropriate. 49. Host: The person who presides over the event.
[Translation]: State power governs the country. The most important thing is to recruit talents. The greatest contribution of ministers to assisting the king is to recommend virtuous people. Therefore, you can make great achievements and be peaceful in all directions. This is like building a towering tower and crossing a torrent that can drown the sun. Therefore, the "Book of Songs" praises the "many scholars" of the Zhou Dynasty, and is known as the "winner" of the Han Dynasty in the history books.
Observing the previous dynasties, it is clear that the country prospered because of its emphasis on appointing talented people. Although I got up early and went to bed late, and even stayed up late eating, I was not afraid of hard work and worked hard to think about how to govern the country. However, the world is so vast, and it can only be managed by one person who is not afraid of hard work. We must wait eagerly for talented people, and the Communist Party must organize a set of powerful political institutions. Although there are already some talented ministers in their positions, and some subordinate countries have already surrendered a lot, they are still afraid of the butcher. Neutralization Among the fishermen, there are still wise men who have not been discovered. Therefore, I repeatedly sent edicts to visit good people and asked for talents, and frequently sent special personnel to search and commend people everywhere. Although I was recommended to come here from time to time, my love for Xian was never satisfied. I talk about this often and even think about it in my dreams. Civil and military officials of fifth rank and above should be ordered to recommend the useful talents they know. As long as there are: talents that can help the emperor beautify and govern the country; people who have military strategies that can inspire and show off the reputation of the emperor; people who can rely on their cultivated virtues to persuade people to do good; people who can respect the elderly and love brothers can serve as an example for the people someone who has Confucian ethics and can be the teacher of emperors, princes and grandsons; someone who has literary accomplishments who can keep pace with ancient and modern scholars; someone who adheres to integrity and can speak his mind; someone who is honest and dedicated to the public, able to be dedicated and loyal, and consistent. All these eight types are actually included in what Emperor Wen of Han Dynasty called the "Three Ways". To select talented people, you must seek them based on the conditions that suit your superiors. The department in charge of this matter must have a deadline to fulfill my request and be responsible for complying with it.