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Wei Zheng (580 – 11 February 643), [2] courtesy name Xuancheng, posthumous name Duke Wenzhen of Zheng, was a Chinese politician and historian. He served as a chancellor of the Tang dynasty for about 13 years during the reign of Emperor Taizong.
Wei Zheng (Chinese: 魏徵; Wade-Giles: Wei Cheng 580-643), courtesy name Xuancheng (玄成), formally Duke Wenzhen of Zheng (鄭文貞公), was a Chinese politician and the lead editor of the Book of Sui, composed in 636. He served as a chancellor of Tang Dynasty for about 13 years, during the reign of Emperor Taizong of Tang Dynasty.
Mar 22, 2018 · Wei Zheng, one of the most celebrated Chinese officials of the Tang Dynasty, defied his Emperor by slaying a sinful dragon. In his sleep. The Dragon King of Jinghe River secretly dared to change the amount and time of the rainfall, violating a heavenly law and incurring the wrath of Heaven.
Wei Zheng (580 — 643), courtesy name Xuancheng, was one of the most famous imperial censors in the history of China due to his bold, straightforward, and persistent character.
Wei Zheng, courtesy name Xuancheng, posthumous name Duke Wenzhen of Zheng, was a Chinese politician and historian. He served as a chancellor of the Tang dynasty for about 13 years during the reign of Emperor Taizong.
Tang Taizong, also known as Emperor Taizong of Tang, and Wei Zheng were key historical figures in ancient China during the Tang Dynasty (618-907). Their relationship was characterized by mutual respect and a deep connection based on their shared goals and ideals.
Wei Zheng, Taizong’s closest adviser, served as Taizong’s Chief Remonstrant, and was known for offering advice so blunt that Taizong periodically vowed to fire Wei Zheng, though he never did. Taizong is quoted in The Guide as saying: “I often sit quietly and reflect on myself.
