Emperor Tang Taizong (626 AD - 649 AD) (jan 1, 626 – jan 1, 649)
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In great contrast to practically all other Chinese emperors, he was also receptive to criticism, the most famous example of this being his tolerance of Chancellor Wei Zheng. The feisty chancellor would often rebuke or disagree with Taizong, and while this occasionally infuriated the emperor, he continued to respect and honour Wei Zheng till beyond the latter’s passing. That Taizong once described Wei Zheng as “a mirror,” one in which he could use to check his own wrongdoings, is the ultimate testimonial of this great ruler’s humility and rationality. For this reason, subsequent dynasties and emperors all regarded Taizong’s reign as an age of enlightenment. Historical study of him was even made compulsory education for young princes.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 626
jan 1, 649
~ 23 years