釋氏稽古略 2.142

2.142

In the sixth month of the xinhai year of Wei, Emperor Xianzu Xianwen, named Hong, was precociously intelligent and resolutely decisive. He had an elegant predilection for the teachings of Huang-Lao and the Buddha, often having the intent to leave the world behind. He wished to abdicate in favor of his uncle, the Grand Officer of the Central Capital, Prince of Jingzhao, Zitui. Prince Yun of Rencheng was Zitui's younger brother; he responded, "The transmission between father and son has been standard for a long time. If it is handed over to a collateral branch, We fear it will not accord with the intent of the late emperor." He then presented the imperial seal and ribbons, abdicating in favor of Crown Prince Hong. The Crown Prince was five years old; the reign era was changed to Yanxing. The court officials submitted a memorial, stating, "Formerly, Emperor Gaozu of the Han took the title of Emperor and honored his father as the Supreme Emperor, making clear that he was not governing the realm. Now the Emperor is young; the myriad affairs of governance should still be unified under Your Majesty. We respectfully submit the honored title of Supreme Emperor." He relocated his residence to the Chongguang Palace. The palace was located inside the Northern Park. He erected the Deer Park Stūpa on the western mountain within the park, dwelling there with monks and often discussing Chan principles (Imperial Annals of the Book of Wei).