In the Zhengnan Square of Yongding Gate, to the east of the long street is where the Great Tomorrow Earth Temple is located, across the street from the Mountains and Rivers Altar on the west side of the road. The Heaven and Earth Temple is naturally a large-scale place for worshiping heaven and earth. When the emperor ascends the throne, he should worship here. Offer sacrifices to heaven and earth, inform and obtain God’s blessing,
The outer wall of the Temple of Heaven and Earth is an irregular square, with an arc on the north side and a square shape on the south. It indicates that the sky is round and the place is high, and the sky is high and the sky is low. There is a vast space inside, connected by the Danbi Bridge. There is a circular mound altar inside. , the Imperial Vault of Heaven, the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the Hall of Emperor Qian, the Zhai Palace, the Sacrifice Room, the Divine Kitchen and other large and small facilities are distributed in the Temple of Heaven and Earth.
For such an important matter as the new emperor's enthronement, it is natural to offer sacrifices to God at the Temple of Heaven, so that God will know about it and give blessings. Moreover, the ceremony of enthroning the emperor to worship God is performed on the Circular Mound Altar. It is a circular , a three-story open-air altar made of blue colored glaze, a gorgeous and solemn place.
On the long street inside Yongding Gate, people crowded like a tide. Outside the Temple of Heaven and Earth, tens of thousands of people filled up all the space. Although they could only stand outside the walls of the tall Temple of Heaven and Earth, listening to what was going on inside. The rituals and music were sonorous but nothing could be seen. However, they knew that what was going on in the Temple of Heaven and Earth was the most solemn ceremony of worshiping heaven in the Ming Dynasty.
On this occasion, even if you can't see it, it's good to stand outside and listen to the movement, which can be regarded as participating in this important event.
At several entrances to the Temple of Heaven and Earth, there are bright armors, and the majestic and powerful guards of the Han Dynasty General Camp occupied each entrance and blocked the entrance. Inside the Temple of Heaven and Earth, following the instructions of Fei Hong, the Minister of Rites, people wearing the most solemn crowns and attires The thirteen-year-old new emperor, Zhu Houcong, was slowly walking up the glazed steps with his chest held out, slowly walking towards the altar in the middle of the top of the circular mound made of blue glazed.
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The white sunlight shines on the top of the head, and the light bounces between the light blue glazed glass. The entire Circular Mound Altar seems to be shrouded in a deep light blue dream. The people standing on the altar, like It's like a person who has entered a blue barrier and entered another strange world.
Indeed, those who can stand here to worship heaven are obviously not in the same world as many others. Whether it is given by others or in their own cognition, they will think that they are the sons of God and are blessed by God. This place of worship built by the characters appropriately heightens this atmosphere.
The blue glass reflects and refracts in the sunlight, making everything mysterious and dreamy, sacred and solemn.
"Welcome the gods and bow down! Play the chapter of the beginning of peace between heaven and earth!"
As Fei Hong sang loudly, fireworks rose in the firewood stove, and the ceremonial band played the song "The Peace of Heaven and Earth", brilliant and loud.
Zhu Houcong stood beside the altar on the top floor and knelt down respectfully, performing three kneels and nine bows. Below, hundreds of civil and military officials, emperors, relatives, and relatives all knelt down and bowed.
"Respect the gods, offer jade and silk as sacrifices, and write a chapter for the peace of heaven and earth!"
As soon as the music played by the band changed, the ceremony officials presented gold, silver, jade, silk and other objects to the altar. In addition, the sacrifices that had been slaughtered and wrapped in red silk were carried to the altar by strong men. The emperor bowed again, and the ministers Goodbye.
"Read the memorial text." Fei Hong shouted.
Zhu Houcong took out the sacrificial inscription from his robe, unfolded it, and read it loudly with his slightly childish voice in front of the bright sunshine.
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"...The Emperor goes up to heaven and shines on the earth below. He gathers the spirits of the earth and sends down sweet wind and rain. Everyone has his own place, and common people live in groups. Everyone has his own place, and he has followed the present and the past. Today, I am generous, worshiping the gods of Haotian at the altar of heaven and earth, and comforting the gods of heaven and earth. Only. I am the inheritor of the country and the continuation of the Ming Dynasty. This is the blessing of God and the protection of all gods and creatures. The world is safe for all people, inheriting the peace of the country and rivers. From now on, I will not forget the mountains and rivers, live up to the people, and respect the laws of heaven. The earth does not violate the way of heaven. The emperor and the sky are thick and the earth is thick. I know it today. I pray that the Ming Dynasty will always bless you and I will always bless you."
After Zhu Houcong finished reading the sacrificial text, the band played the chapter "Heaven and Earth Xianping". Zhu Houcong stepped forward slowly and threw the sacrificial text in his hand into the furnace. The sacrificial text turned into a ball of flame. Zhu Houcong stepped back, knelt down and performed three prostrations and nine kowtows. The ministers knelt down and kowtowed, and then kowtowed.
The worship ceremony is now coming to an end. After worshiping God, you will receive God's permission and officially become the son of God. From now on, you can rule all the people on behalf of God. This is what is called "inherited by God".
The last item is the final "Wang Liao" ceremony. That is to burn some exquisite offerings on a specific platform and offer them to heaven. Zhu Houcong and others stood and watched the fire burn out, which is called Wang Liao. After the burning, you can drive back to the palace and officially ascend the throne.
The musicians were ready to play the Shengping Chapter, and Zhu Houcong was also preparing to walk down from the altar. All civil and military officials also stood up one after another, secretly moving their sore waist bones, legs and knees. Finally, this lengthy ceremony to worship the heaven was coming to an end.
At this moment, the sound of horse hooves as fast as a shower came from the royal road. Amid the commotion and exclamations, a group of cavalry all dressed in plain clothes galloped towards the long street at the west exit of the Temple of Heaven and Earth. Thousands of them The cavalry soldiers and horses all wore sackcloth and mourning, and hundreds of soul flags fluttered in the wind.
The war horses screamed thinly and rushed fast and urgently. The surrounding people made a commotion and fled, fearing that they would be trampled by the war horses. The soldiers maintaining law and order on both sides of the street had no time to stop them, and they could not stop them. They were overwhelmed by this cavalry. He rushed straight to the square on the west side of the Temple of Heaven and Earth leading to the Royal Road.
"What happened? Whose soldiers and horses broke out? Jiang Bin, go and have a look." Yang Tinghe asked immediately.
Jiang Bin quickly agreed and rushed to the entrance of the Temple of Heaven and Earth to check, only to see the group of cavalry slowly trotting towards the west entrance of the Temple of Heaven and Earth. Jiang Bin saw the man sitting on the horse at a glance, and immediately He was so shocked that he was scared out of his wits. That was Zhang Yanling, the person he was afraid of even in his dreams.
Zhang Yanling was sitting on the horse, wearing a linen cloak and a piece of linen tied on his helmet. He held the reins in one hand and the handle of the knife at his waist with the other. His face was as dark as water and his eyes were sharp. The moment Jiang Bin saw him, Zhang Yanling also saw Jiang Bin.
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"Duke Protector, why is it you?" Jiang Bin shouted subconsciously.
Zhang Yanling sneered and said: "What? Are you hoping that your grandpa and I will never return to the capital for the rest of my life?"
Jiang Bin said hurriedly: "What are you talking about? Aren't you fighting the Tatars? Why did you suddenly return to the capital? I'm just surprised."
Zhang Yanling sneered and said, "I'm afraid I don't have to explain to you what I want to do. You're not qualified yet."
Jiang Bin's face was green and red, and he said in a deep voice: "That's natural. How dare you take care of the Duke's affairs in a humble position? I just asked this question."
"This is King Jinghai of the Ming Dynasty, Jiang Bin. Remember it clearly. If you call me by the wrong official position again, you will despise the prince. I will punish you." Chen Shiyi shouted sharply.
Jiang Bin chuckled twice, bowed and said: "That's right, he is no longer a duke, but a prince. I have met King Jinghai in my humble position."
Zhang Yanling said coldly and urged the horses to march slowly towards the entrance of the Temple of Heaven and Earth.
"My lord, please stay. Do you know what day it is today? Today is the coronation ceremony of the new emperor. The new emperor is leading the civil and military ministers to worship heaven. You are not allowed to enter the altar of heaven and earth at will." Jiang Bin said hurriedly.
"What kind of new emperor has ascended the throne? What kind of farce is this? Get out of the way, or you won't be polite." Chen Shi yelled and cursed.
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Zhang Yanling waved his hand and scolded: "Chen Shiyi, don't talk nonsense. The new emperor's enthronement ceremony is here to worship God. We happened to catch up. Isn't it a coincidence? Let's go and watch the ceremony with this king."
I feel ashamed. As King Jinghai of the Ming Dynasty, I have a new emperor in the Ming Dynasty, but I don’t know who he is yet. I just want to pay my respects."
Chen Shiyi bowed and said, "What the prince said is true."
Zhang Yanling looked at Jiang Bin and said, "Jiang Bin, am I qualified to go in and watch the ceremony?"
Jiang Bin said: "Prince Jinghai is naturally qualified to watch the ceremony, but such a large group of people is not suitable. Moreover, the prince and you are wearing such attire. I may have to change my clothes, which may be disrespectful."
Zhang Yanling's face turned cold, she got off her horse and walked up to Jiang Bin, saying coldly: "Are you saying that wearing plain clothes is disrespectful to the new emperor?"
Jiang Bin swallowed and spat and said: "The new emperor has ascended the throne, and everyone is celebrating..."
Before Zhang Yanling could finish speaking, he raised his hand, and with a crisp sound, Jiang Bin received a big slap on the face and almost fainted from the slap. In the midst of the faintness, Zhang Yanling's cold voice could be heard.
Cursed: "Bitch,
Why is the whole world celebrating? We came all the way from thousands of miles away to pay homage to the emperor. You bitch, you think we are being disrespectful by wearing sackcloth and showing mourning? It has only been so long since the emperor passed away, and now the whole world is celebrating with singing and dancing? What a bastard."
Jiang Bin's face was burning and blood oozed from the corners of his mouth. He stared at Zhang Yanling and wanted to get angry, but he didn't dare for a moment.
Zhang Yanling ordered in a deep voice: "Follow me to pay homage to the Emperor. Anyone who dares to stop me will be shot to death."
Zhang Yanling galloped out on horseback, followed closely by Chen Shiyi. Hundreds of horses rushed in, passed through the tall west main gate of the Temple of Heaven and Earth, and rushed into the inner square.
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Jiang Bin shouted: "Stop them."
A group of Jinyi guards stepped forward to stop them, but they heard a roar that rang through their ears, bluestones flew out from the ground, and smoke filled the air. The Jinyi guards were so frightened that they hurriedly stopped because a few feet in front of them, shotguns, firecrackers, and lead bullets were being fired.
Dense holes were shot out on the ground, stone chips flew everywhere, and smoke and dust filled the air. The flying stones injured several captains.
Who dares to use the power of firearms? Fortunately, the other party is just demonstrating and not attacking people, otherwise a lot of people may have fallen.
Jiang Bin was dumbfounded. He was not surprised by the power of firearms, but by Zhang Yanling's courage. On this occasion, he actually wanted to be tough. He led people to forcefully break into the altar of heaven and earth where he enthroned and worshiped heaven. This man
I'm afraid I'm crazy.
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