Great Song

Although Su Shi was deeply influenced by Han Yu and did not pay much attention to Buddhism and Taoism, he was enlightened by a Taoist priest when he was young and was very familiar with Taoist classics.And Xuan Ye's theory came from "Laozi" and "Zhuangzi". With just a little integration, he sorted out a quite complete set of rhetoric.

The sun, moon, and stars are all transformed by Qi and float in a vacuum.Because the vacuum is everywhere and encompasses everything, all celestial bodies are perfectly round, just like water falling into beads.The vacuum itself is colorless, formless, and powerless, it is chaos.The sun, the moon and the stars have been moving along a certain trajectory since the first opening of the primordial world, and after being vigorously promoted.

In this theory, he also refers to the "resistance" mentioned by Shen Kuo.No matter how much force is used to push something, it will eventually stop one day, because the atmosphere is everywhere, galloping horses, and strong winds can shave people's faces with pain, and this is also the momentary resistance that is at work.And if it is replaced by a vacuum, without the obstruction of the atmosphere, wouldn't everything work in the same way from time immemorial?In this way, it can explain why the sun rises and the moon sets never changes, and why the stars continue to go round and round, and there are traces to follow.

And this theory is closely connected with his theory of nourishing qi.Human beings are like a vacuum at the beginning, when the Hongming first opened, there is no good or evil.Therefore, the process of seeking knowledge is also the process of nourishing Qi.Only by absorbing the vitality and righteousness of the heaven and earth, and avoiding the turbidity and filth, can we do good and cultivate the real "awe-inspiring spirit".Therefore, both the theory of good nature and the theory of evil are one-sided, not where the nature lies.Talking extravagantly about "life" will not benefit you, but will lead you astray.

In this way, his theories fit together seamlessly.However, Su Shi's writings have always been like a river flowing straight down, majestic and majestic, with a free and easy mood, and also with reason and emotion, which makes people read more smoothly.As soon as his article on atmosphere and vacuum was published, it immediately spread throughout Shilin.Some people praised it, some people disagreed, and some people refuted it angrily.

In the case that the Huntian theory has dominated the mainstream for hundreds of years, and countless scriptures are based on it, disputes are inevitable.Coincidentally at this time, the chaos of the Baojia Law has almost subsided, so some people began to criticize the atmospheric pressure and even the vacuum.

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"A vacuum is chaos, there is no clarity, no turbidity, no good and no evil..." As a master of Confucian classics and the editor-in-chief of "Ming De Bao", Cheng Yi naturally also got the manuscript of Su Shi's article.However, after reading it over and over again, every word seemed to poke his heart, making his chest tight.

This argument is too ingenious, and with that ingenious brushwork, it is actually majestic and unrestrained, and it is convincing just by looking at it.But this argument is completely different from what he has learned all his life!How can we not mention "life" and "universe" when studying Confucian classics.He is also advocating the "principle of heaven", and he said more and more deeply about these.It’s all right now, the sudden appearance of “the atmosphere has great power” is like a slap in the face. Even if the derived “vacuum theory” is just Su Shi’s speculation, it is difficult for him to find an argument against it.

If he still wants to uphold the principle of "reasons come first in qi", he must explain the principle of "the atmosphere has great power" and explain the reason why "vacuum" does not exist.However, even if he saw it with his own eyes and tried it with his own hands, he couldn't figure out the reason behind it. How could he explain it clearly?

"Uncle Zheng, let's put this article first. If you read on, you will be in trouble." Seeing his younger brother's appearance, Cheng Hao couldn't help but said.

"Brother, did you accept your fate?" Cheng Yi suddenly raised his head and asked bitterly.In recent days, many people in Shilin have written a lot about Baoying Guan's performance, whether they praise or criticize him, but he didn't write a single word, and the "Mingde Daily" didn't even mention it.Some readers have started to inquire about the letter, but he still can't figure it out.Is it really necessary to follow Zhang Zai to change the course and talk about "qi comes first"?

But Cheng Hao shook his head: "I can't accept fate. It's just that the world is vast, and how can a mere few people be able to distinguish it. Since the atmosphere has great power, we must let go of prejudice, avoid mental barriers, and understand the reason .It is easy to go astray if you blindly look for mistakes and omissions.”

This is also the biggest difference between Cheng Hao and Cheng Yi.One pays attention to "heart" and the other pays attention to "reason".So Cheng Hao can see it openly, but Cheng Yi can't.

After being silent for a long time, Cheng Yi said in a low voice: "This qi should be rediscovered. What a Taoist said is too far from the truth after all. Besides, the theory of Huntian is different from that of Xuan Ye. It is Confucian orthodox, so how can it be easy?" Change?"

"You want to start with "Bai Hu Tong"?" Cheng Hao immediately reacted.

"That's right. The "Baihu Tong" is the beginning of the rules, and the 'interaction between heaven and man' is the ultimate truth, which cannot be tampered with. Ling Xiaozi's Taoism is a big mistake." Cheng Yi seemed to have found his way a little bit, his voice Also gradually grew up.

The theory of "interaction between heaven and man" comes from Dong Zi, and "Bai Hu Tong Yi" is the culmination and continuation of his thought.It is also this book that establishes the relationship between the "Day of Heaven" and the "Three Cardinal Principles and Five Constant Principles", and also explains the mysteries of the universe.If "atmospheric pressure" can barely fit in, the term "vacuum" is not good.After all, "Baihu Tongyi" said that after Taichu, Taishi, and Taisu, the world has been formed, and Yin and Yang are clearly distinguished, and this can involve the subsequent ethics and the virtues of heaven and earth.But if there is still a "vacuum" in the sky, then wouldn't there still be chaos and the beginning.How to explain these existences that are not controlled by Gang Chang?

But Cheng Yi thought very clearly that he might not be able to argue against Su Shi.But it's different for Ling Xiaozi.If it wasn't for him to perform the method in front of Baoying Temple, how could it make people have such rebellious thoughts?Therefore, it is easier to point out the small path than to refute everyone in the scholarly community, and it is more exhausting!Even better, he wrote an article to refute that trail, can the other party refute it?Could it be that there is a pen battle in the newspaper?Once this is the case, even the "Ri Xin Bao", which has a close relationship with him, will be implicated. Wouldn't it kill two birds with one stone?

Hearing this, Cheng Hao frowned slightly: "The government attaches great importance to that trail."

"So what? I heard that Baoying Temple took [-] guan from the inner treasury in one year. Which temple in Tokyo can have such a heavy reward? Aren't the officials going to repeat the mistakes of Zhenzong?!" Cheng Yiyu The righteousness of the hair is awe-inspiring, "Nowadays, the government is in turmoil and people's hearts are impetuous, all because of the small road entering the capital. Only by keeping the emperor away from the demons can the world be brightened!"

And as long as the Xiaodao is overthrown, Su Shi, who has rashly believed in evil words, and his party will naturally be affected.Even if he writes flowers, he still has the notoriety of "floating waves" and cannot be reused.The "vacuum" argument is self-defeating.

These words were so passionate that even Cheng Hao, who didn't want to make trouble, couldn't help being slightly tempted.After thinking for a long time, he finally nodded: "Maybe you can give it a try."

Anyway, for a Taoist priest who has suddenly gained favor, even if they fail, they are just bluntly admonishing them, and they will not have much influence on themselves.Give it a try, it's okay.

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Holding the new issue of the newspaper, Han Miao walked into the room and said to Zhen Qiong with a smile, "You know, Qiong'er, you were also mentioned in Mingde Daily."

Zhen Qiong's eyes lit up: "What did you say? Could it be that you praised my handsome acting?"

These days, he still paid attention to various tabloids in the capital. Those who praised his acting skills and praised him for his pedantic celestial beings, Zhen Qiong survived happily.In the future, when the Good Fortune Sect grows stronger, you can also show his heroic appearance to the disciples and grandchildren!

"That's not true. The newspaper said that the atmospheric pressure you proposed was not in line with the rules and regulations, which disturbed people's hearts. It also said that Baoying Temple cost too much, rewarded too much, and wasted money and food." Han Miao recounted the content slowly.

Zhen Qiong: "???"

With her eyes wide open, Zhen Qiong held back for a long time before scolding: "Isn't this sick? What does atmospheric pressure have to do with Gangchang? Besides, I earned the funds by my ability, so it's none of his business!"

Long expected that Zhen Qiong would say this, Han Miao shook his head with a smile: "Atmospheric pressure may be reasonable, but vacuum is different, and it will touch the foundation of Confucianism. These Confucian scholars pay attention to the interaction between heaven and man, and use the laws of heaven to determine the rules and principles. , Naturally, I can't understand these confusing things."

"What does the law of heaven have to do with ethics? No matter how stupid you are, you should know the phrase 'Heaven and earth are not benevolent, and everything is a humble dog', right? God still cares about your eating and drinking, weddings and funerals?" Zhen Qiong was completely outraged.Is it possible that this group of people read all their brains out of reading?What nonsense are you talking about!

"No, I have to write something to scold back!" Zhen Qiong refused to suffer.His writing skills are not good, but there are people he knows who can do it!Find Li Gefei, or Su Shi, who comes to eat and drink every day, as a ghostwriter, and scold these bastards to death!

Unexpectedly, Han Miao shook his head: "However, if the dog barks and fights with the people, it will fall into their trap."

"Ah?" Zhen Qiong became discouraged upon hearing this, "Then let them scold me?"

Although he didn't know why he couldn't scold back, but he still listened to what Han Miao said, but he couldn't swallow it with anger.

"That's not true. We just have to wait a few more days." Han Miao replied.

"The limelight will pass after a few days?" Zhen Qiong still doesn't know why.

"No. Wait a few more days, and the queen will give birth."

"what?"

Stretching out his hand to touch Zhen Qiong who was still in a daze, Han Miao no longer suppressed the smile on his lips.Isn't it just an extra layer of protection for Zhen Qiongxuan to perform at this time?Now it's finally ready to use.

The author has something to say: Cheng Yi and Su Shi did have a feud, but it was during Zhezong's reign.Cheng Yi acted old-fashioned, and after being stunned by Su Shi, he held a grudge in his heart, which led the Luo Party to reject the Shu Party, and finally pushed Su Shi out of the court.