Zhao Ran continued to look down and saw that the edict stipulated a five-year period for the implementation of this policy, which was divided into three steps.
The first step is to select a small number of county courts to try. In the two capitals and thirteen provinces of the Ming Dynasty, each of the two or thirteen provinces in the Ming Dynasty selected two or three county courts that did not have an abbot, and selected Huang Guan who was willing to serve as the abbot from the Taoist temple enshrined in the province.
Monks assume this ministry. This stage lasts for one year. During this period, problems that arise in the implementation are examined and improved before being implemented on a large scale.
The second step is to implement this measure to all county courts in the 13 provinces of Beijing and Beijing, focusing on county courts without abbots at first; county courts with abbots will not be changed for the time being. After the current abbot passes away or passes away, there will be no changes.
Then a layman was selected to serve as the abbot, and the monks were slowly filled in. This stage lasted three years.
The third step is that starting from the fifth year, all abbots in the palace, provinces and even the general view will be fully implemented. All abbots in the Shifang Jungle will be served by pavilion monks, and their ranks correspond to the three realms.
Next, the edict clarified the abbot's duties, which mainly include two. One is to preside over the fasting ceremony, and the other is to cast a vote in the discussions of the three capitals. At the same time, the edict also stipulates the duties of the abbot.
The regulations were also more detailed. Zhao Ran believed that this was a measure to worry about the abbot's interference in specific affairs. He not only understood this, but also agreed.
After reading it, Zhao Ran pondered for a long time and said: "From Xiaodao's point of view, this strategy is detailed and feasible, especially the five-year, three-step strategy, which can ensure the smooth transition of Shifang Forest as much as possible. Regarding the current abbot's handling,
It also gives a buffer and reduces resistance. I don’t have any more opinions on this aspect. But I still have some immature ideas, and I don’t know whether to take it seriously or not.”
Zhang Yangming said: "Please tell me, Zhiran, we are here just to hear your thoughts, don't have any worries."
Zhao Ran said: "Last year at the Zhenshitang meeting, Jing Zhimo's original intention may not have been good, but I think several of the issues he raised are still worthy of attention. Due to their status and Taoist responsibilities, it is easy for the monks in the pavilion to get involved in the discussion.
At this time, an authoritative situation is formed. There is no pure gold, and no one is perfect. We cannot guarantee that every decision of every monk is correct. It only matters if what is said is right. If what is said is wrong, it will easily influence the discussions of the three capitals.
, affecting the Prison Yuan and Sandu to make wrong decisions. Therefore, I think there should be restrictions in this regard."
Zhang Yangming and Shen Yunjing looked at each other, each with a smile on his face. In fact, they had been worried about this problem for a long time, but after experiencing the scene of the Zhenshitang meeting in Yuanfu Palace, they did not dare to express their worries. They did not expect that Zhao Zhiran could
It was unexpected and rare to mention it proactively.
"Zhiran, tell me, do you have any good ideas?"
"I have two suggestions. One is to stipulate the term of office for monks. One term is four or five years. You can hold the same position for more than three terms at most. Each time you serve, you must go through public recommendation before you can be promoted. If you
If he is unpopular and the recommendation fails, he will have to leave office and the gym will appoint a new person to carry out the recommendation. In this way, there will be some checks and balances on him."
Zhang Yangming and Shen Yunjing nodded together, thinking attentively while nodding.
"Second, establish a supervision mechanism. Without supervision, even a virtuous person will easily inflate himself and give birth to inner demons. This will not only be detrimental to one's own practice, but also lead to deviations in the handling of affairs. My suggestion is,
For the time being, the Taoist walkers of each Taoist temple will be responsible for supervision, and the specific methods will be carefully considered. In the future, a special department should be established in the General View to unify the management of Taoist walkers and patrol the practice circles for illegal activities."
"Third, it is recommended that abbots at the provincial level should wait at least eight years before considering introducing monks, and abbots at the overall level should wait at least ten years before considering introducing monks. At this position, every move has a great impact, and there is no experience in governing affairs. The monks cannot do it, they need to wait for them to grow up..."
Shen Yunjing shook his head and said with a smile: "If I follow your suggestion, wouldn't it mean that my idea of resigning from the Taoist priesthood and enjoying a happy life will come to nothing?"
Zhao Ran said sincerely: "You must not leave the Shifang Jungle alone. Overall, we need you and Zhang Supervisor to be in charge."
Zhang Yangming put away the folded copy and said: "We will discuss your suggestion again. This edict will be implemented soon. Abbot Shen and I both believe that Guyang County's experience is good, and you are the best in this regard." It's very successful, so I want to put some more burden on you and ask you to work harder. I wonder if Zhiran is interested in coming to Jiujiang to preach?"
Zhao Ran was stunned for a moment, thinking, could this be a gift specially sent by the two big guys in front of him? Jiujiang is a land, and it is the number one government in the world. He is twenty-nine years old this year, and he is appointed as the number one government in the world. Abbot, is it appropriate? Besides, didn't we just say that the abbot of the palace should be a monk with a level of Jindan or above? And it should be at least three years later. What do the two big guys mean?
Just listen to Zhang Yangming say: "In the past two years, Sichuan has many evangelistic ideas that are ahead of the rest of the world. They are worthy of careful consideration and promotion. A while ago, Yun Yi refined the ideas of Gao Bange in Songfan area and summarized them The document was written and reported to Abbot Yunjing and I. He suggested that in view of Jiujiang’s special status, it should follow the example of Songfan and be promoted to half a rank. At the same time, he also proposed that Duchangyuan of Xingxian County, which is the most important, be raised to half a rank. On related matters, we should consult you for your opinions, because this policy was originally proposed by you during the Ye Xueguan Grand Council meeting. Later, Yunjing Supervisory Council and I submitted this policy to the three capitals for discussion, and a resolution has been reached. The upgrade of Jiujiang has been decided, and during the discussion everyone believed that you are the abbot of Duchangyuan in Xingxian County, which is what everyone expects!"
Shen Yunjing nodded and said: "Yes, Xing County is where Lushan Mountain is located. If Jiujiang is the number one prefecture in the world, then Xing County should be the number one county in the world. It coincides with the two reforms of upgrading and monks going to the jungle in parallel. Without you, We old guys are not at ease when this advocate comes to Xingxian County to preside. When Xingxian County is straightened out in three years, I am afraid there will be more important responsibilities added to you, so you have to be mentally prepared to endure hardships."
Listening to the two big bosses paving a smooth road for promotion in the future with their business-like attitude, Zhao Ran couldn't help but wonder to himself while being grateful, whether after so many years of struggle, he was finally able to wait for Yun Kai. See the sunrise?
After working in the position of Xingxian Supervisor for three years, what awaits me is the abbot of Jiujiang Palace. After that, even if the road is paved for Jiangxi Taoist Temple and even Zongguan High Road, the problems in the practice will still be problems. What?
With the cultivation method, merit power will not be a big problem. Xing County has a registered population of more than 300,000, which is about to catch up with the entire Long'an Prefecture. And the entire Jiujiang has a population of more than 3 million, which is almost equal to half of Sichuan and the entire Jiangxi. So there are 18 million people. How big a base is this? How much merit can so many people provide?
But...everything has a but, this is different from Zhao Ran's idea!