釋鑑稽古略續集 2.12

2.12

The sacrificial robes and caps for the Son of Heaven's offerings were determined. The seasonal ancestral temple offering rituals were determined. Eunuchs were prohibited from commanding troops or meddling in state affairs. Wang Wei submitted a memorial: "The essential for a sovereign to cultivate virtue lies in taking loyalty and generosity as his mind, and leniency and broadness as his governance. These two are the great guidelines of a sovereign's virtue." In the capital of the Yuan, red vapor filled the sky, shining upon people like fire. Two days later, black vapor arose, such that people could not be seen within a hundred paces. The Yuan ruler gathered the empress, concubines, crown prince, and ministers to hold a council in the Duanming Hall. Suddenly, two foxes emerged from the hall. The Yuan ruler said: "This is how Heaven informs We; how can We remain?" At midnight, he opened Jiande Gate and went north, traveling to Shangdu. In the capital, celestial drums sounded; a great amnesty was granted to all under Heaven to start anew with the people, excepting only the ten abominations from pardon. The official positions of the Six Ministries were established to divide and manage all the affairs of the realm. An edict was issued to seek out worthy men.