Chapter 4791 Government Affairs Hall
The two sects of Buddhism and Taoism are fighting openly and secretly. Although Taoism was decreed by Emperor Gaozu as the "state religion", Taoism has always been following the "high-end line" and therefore lacks popularity among the people. Buddhism is just the opposite, and has experienced several "Buddhist extermination" incidents. After that, its influence in the ruling class declined, but among the people, it attracted many believers and flourished. In addition, Master Xuanzang returned from Tianzhu to seek scriptures, which greatly increased the reputation of Buddhism. Both factions wanted to compete for the title of "No. 1 in China" head.
Whether it is a monk or a wandering crane, it is natural to be unwilling to be outdone in the dispute over Taoism. Whether it is the "Obon Festival" or the Taoist Dharma Assembly, these are all ways to increase one's influence.
During the grand event, countless merchants, tourists, and believers poured into Chang'an, causing the most majestic city in the world to be overcrowded. While stimulating rapid economic development, it also gave rise to various public security problems, leading to the Jingzhao Mansion, Left and Right Jinwu The capital of Wei is on standby for fear of serious security incidents...
But no matter how grand the Dharma Assembly is, it will eventually come to an end. After three consecutive days, the Taoist Dharma Assembly was the first to end, and Taoist priests from all over the world and from various sects began to leave the Caolou Temple in Zhongnan Mountain one after another.
However, when monks and Taoists gathered in Chang'an, they could not come and leave as they pleased, because the Tang Dynasty had a strict "passing the system."
A "passing place" is a pass. Anyone who goes to various places to conduct trade or other activities must hold a "passing place" issued by the local government. Otherwise, they are passing illegally and will be arrested.
This is to ensure normal business and trade exchanges, inspect travel, prevent the leakage of national taxes, evasion of taxes and labor, human trafficking, and even identify sabotage activities from abroad. It will be issued by the local government when you come, and it will be approved by the government when you arrive at the destination. If it is not issued when you return, The crime of committing adultery will be re-issued by the government of the destination. Those who have received the certificate can follow the prescribed route from the northwest border to the southeast coast, which is thousands of miles away, without hindrance.
In the capital, the issuance of "Guo Suo" requires the review of officials from the Shangshu Province and Jingzhao Prefecture.
In order to facilitate the issuance of "transfer" documents and to quickly send these "Taoist masters" away to avoid unnecessary incidents caused by delayed travel, Fang Jun led officials from Jingzhao Mansion to set up a temporary office directly next to the official road at the foot of Zhongnan Mountain Working on-site can improve approval efficiency and administrative efficiency. It can be called a simplified version of the "Government Hall". If you take it seriously, it can be said to be the best in the world, leading the West by more than 1,500 years...
This move was naturally well received by Taoists, and the praises were endless during the office. In particular, Taoist priests from many sects took the "passing office" stamped with the seal of Jingzhao Mansion and Fang Jun's private seal and said that they should keep it. After all, In the past, the "passing places" were only the seals of officials from Jingzhao Mansion and Shangshu Province. I am afraid that these are the only "passing places" in the world that have the seal of the imperial minister Youpushe...
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Not far from the office, there is a huge pine tree planted on the roadside. I don’t know when it was planted. Now the trunk is so thick that it needs four or five people to surround it. The huge crown is as dense as a crown. Under the tree are a floor mat and a coffee table. Cheng Xuanying Wearing a crane cloak, a Taoist skirt and a lotus crown, she sat cross-legged at the tea table, picked up the kettle and poured boiling water into the teapot, picked up a dry pine cone and threw it into the small stove, filled the kettle with water again and placed it on the stove.
The aroma of tea was already spreading. Cheng Xuanying divided the tea and pushed it on the cup. He smiled and said: "The method of frying tea in the Yue Kingdom's metric system has really benefited the people. We have been brewing tea for a long time!"
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The art of making tea has been around since ancient times. Although improvements have been made throughout the ages, it is still necessary to add various condiments to make the tea soup more layered and diverse. Some even add mutton fat... It is indispensable for those who like it. , but people who don’t like it are really disgusting to hear it, but it happens to be the most mainstream tea-drinking ritual. Even if you don’t like it, you have to be arty.
The method of frying tea is completely different. The green leaves are simply fried using a secret method without adding any seasonings. It is easier to carry and store while retaining the original flavor of the green leaves. It is a supreme product. Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism believe that it is the best tea. In this way, it is more in line with one's own ideas, so it can be promoted and become popular all over the world.
Today, those die-hards who claim that making tea is an ancient ritual have gradually abandoned the strong flavor of tea soup, and instead prefer fried tea that pursues the natural charm...
Fang Jun took a sip of tea, sitting under the pine tree to sip tea in the scorching sun, with the pine waves and gentle breeze. It was extremely comfortable. Hearing this, he smiled and said: "Not only fried tea, the master at home has also recently been studying the method of natural fermentation. It can also To preserve the true charm of tea, in fact, we should not stick to the rules but actively seek change, and we may be able to discover a better side inadvertently. ”
He pointed to the Taoist priests queuing up outside the shade of the tree to receive the "transfer office" and the officials of Jingzhao Mansion and Shangshu Province who were busy working, and said to Ma Zhou: "Since ancient times, people have been in awe of the Yamen. Enter', 'the world' People of all ages have heard proverbs such as "The yamen opens to the south, and if you have reason and no money, don't come in". There is also the saying that "the yamen is easy to enter, but the devil is difficult to deal with". This is a bad habit and will seriously damage the image of the government if it is set up like this in the city. In official residences, in various government offices Several people from each door were gathered together to promote "one-stop" services, so that people do not need to go from one office to another when doing things. It also stipulated that some simple government affairs such as property transfer, tax payment, household registration, etc. must be accepted on the same day. Completing it on the same day will not only greatly improve the efficiency of government affairs and facilitate the people's work, but also enhance the image of the government and even the country, greatly increasing the recognition of the country by ordinary people and enhancing cohesion. ”
The "Government Affairs Hall" of later generations was highly praised and popular all over the country as soon as it was launched. Its advantages are undoubtedly undoubted.
Ma Zhou is the most outstanding talent at the moment. It is not too much to say that he is an outstanding person. He naturally understands the benefits of this kind of collective office. In addition to simplifying the approval process and standardizing the openness of government affairs, the most important thing is to facilitate the people, be honest and efficient, and be honest and efficient. .
Especially for the point of "integrity and efficiency", the government has long formed a set of "hidden rules" since ancient times. It has become a certain rule how much it costs to do anything. "Don't come in if you have reason but no money" has become the norm in the yamen. If we can use this This kind of "one-stop" service to break these bad habits is really a huge change in the officialdom.
"Don't worry, Erlang. When I get back, I will organize the officials of Jingzhao Mansion to discuss specific implementation methods and try them out in Jingzhao Mansion. If the effect is good, I will write to His Majesty to implement it throughout the world and make it a permanent rule."
At this time, some administrative methods and even criminal penalties will not only be based on certain legal documents, but will also be "implemented as usual". For example, after a desertion case is judged and punished, all parties agree, then such cases can be "implemented as usual" in the future. , the effectiveness is equal to the law.
Cheng Xuanying poured tea again and praised: "Once this method is introduced, it will benefit all people. It will benefit the present and the future! I am a poor man who uses tea instead of wine. Here is a cup to you two!"
In the face of a virtuous minister who truly serves the country and the people, he, the most outstanding figure in Taoism, is willing to let go of his reserve and express his admiration.
Ma Zhou smiled bitterly and said: "Don't talk about the merits of today. I'm afraid that once this method is implemented, it will encounter a mountain of resistance. Soon, my name as a 'treacherous sycophant' will spread all over the world and be reviled by everyone."
It may be unfair to say that "serving an official for thousands of miles just for money" may be biased, but everyone has his own interests, and it is human nature to pursue profit. Once this kind of "government affairs hall" appears, it will inevitably break many of the existing ones. "Tacit understanding" harms the interests of countless people who profit from it.
Cutting off people's money is like killing their parents. You can imagine how many people will oppose and how many people will hate it. The impeachment edict will fly like snowflakes onto His Majesty's court...
Cheng Xuanying looked at Fang Jun with deep resentment in her eyes, as if she was blaming Fang Jun for coming up with this kind of governance method but refusing to use it himself and pushing Ma Zhou to the forefront. Such a "cheating" behavior can also be called a "good friend" ?
Fang Jun glanced at Cheng Xuanying and said angrily: "You know a lot! Every change in the past has to go through countless hardships and resistance. Not only does it have to be criticized, but sometimes it even costs your life! Do you think this is the case? Is it so easy to achieve a feat that will go down in history? Don’t you think I’m harming him? Ask him if I can do it myself.”
Cheng Xuanying was shocked. When he was young, he was extremely talented and was hailed as the future leader of the Taoist sect. When he was a teenager, he read the Taoist canon and understood the truth. He then wrote books and expounded the Taoist inheritance. He had never been called A "cow nose"......
But when he looked at Ma Zhou, the latter immediately shook his head: "Although this matter is criticized too much, it is also the responsibility of our officials. When I serve as an official, I benefit one party, how can I be deterred by a little criticism? Besides, I am the only one who can handle this matter. It is enough to withstand the violent storm, and there is no need to drag down the Duke of Yue."
Fang Jun smiled at Cheng Xuanying and said: "Let's see, what do I say? Not only will he not blame me for this, but he will thank me."
Ma Zhou took a sip of tea, clicked his tongue, glanced sideways at Fang Jun, thought about it, and said sincerely: "Thank you!"
If this concept is placed on an ordinary official, it can be upgraded to three levels in a row.
Such political achievements were placed on him as Jing Zhaoyin, which basically laid the road to becoming Prime Minister.
This kind of contribution really deserves a word of thanks.
Fang Jun: "Look!"
Cheng Xuanying shook his head repeatedly: "So the officialdom is really dark. It requires not only excellent wisdom but also a thick skin. The innocent heart of a poor man will inevitably be contaminated, and he can only study honestly."
Fang Jun sneered and said: "Su Daodao has been practicing in the East China Sea. He sacrifices children to the Dragon King for good weather and is supported by all people... but he doesn't know whether it is true or false?"
Ma Zhou frowned and looked. Sensing the burning gazes of the two men, Cheng Xuanying disagreed: "This is a bad custom in the East China Sea area. At first, ten boys and ten girls were sacrificed to the Dragon King. After repeated persuasion, the poor Taoist finally only used one boy and one girl. Although he did not dare to boast about merits, But after all, there are some contributions. I wonder why the Duke of Yue feels it is inappropriate.”