The Wei family's ancestors had resided for generations in the areas of Youzhou and Shuozhou. By the time of Emperor Xian of Han, someone reported a dream from an immortal, suggesting that they should migrate south. Thus, the Wei family transferred the throne to Emperor Shengwu and ordered everyone to migrate south. However, the valleys were heavily blocked, making the migration route very challenging, leading many to consider giving up. At that moment, a divine beast appeared, resembling a horse and making a sound like a cow, which led the way. After many years, they finally succeeded in their migration and settled in the old territory of the Xiongnu.
In November of the first year of Emperor Gaozu's reign, the people of Xiurong County caught a qilin and presented it to the emperor. "A ruler who does not harm the womb or break the egg will prosper."
In July of the third year of Emperor Shenzu's reign, a white turtle was presented from Jizhou. "If the ruler does not favor officials privately, respects the elders, and appoints the old without bias, then it will come."
In June of the second year of Emperor Gaozu's reign, a large turtle was sent from Yingzhou.
In December of the first year of Emperor Gaozu's reign, Xuzhou's Zhuyi garrison soldier Xing De discovered a stalk of yarrow with forty-nine branches one hundred and twenty miles south of Pengcheng, and while digging deeper, he unearthed a large turtle as well, which he presented to the emperor. The emperor proclaimed: "The turtle and yarrow are both spiritual symbols aligned with the scriptures! Xing De can be granted a five-rank nobility title."
In June of the third year, a large turtle was captured in the capital.
In February of the first year of Emperor Suzong's reign, a turtle was caught in the Lingzhi Pond of Jiulong Hall, and the emperor granted amnesty to everyone and changed the era name.
In October of the third year of Emperor Xiaojing's reign, it was reported that a commoner named Jia Xingda from Chenliu County in South Yanzhou had discovered a hairy turtle at his home.
In August of the fourth year of Tianping, a large elephant came to the Dahu District of South Yanzhou. Local commoner Chen Tian'ai reported this and sent the elephant to the capital. The emperor granted amnesty to everyone and changed the era name. "A ruler who maintains discipline will prosper."
In November of the second year of Emperor Gaozu's reign, a black fox was presented from Xuzhou. "During the time of King Cheng of Zhou, peace was established, and the black fox appeared."
In May of the third year, a white fox was found. "If the ruler is benevolent and wise, then it will come."
In June, a white fox was caught in the Fuming region and presented to the emperor.
In June of the eighth year of the reign, a black fox was caught in Xuzhou and presented to the emperor. In March of the tenth year, a nine-tailed fox was caught in Jizhou and presented to the emperor. "When the king unifies the six regions, it will be evident. During the time of King Wen of Zhou, the Eastern Yi submitted." "It is said that if the king remains impartial, he embodies supreme virtue, and so do the birds and beasts." In November of the eleventh year, another nine-tailed fox was caught in Jizhou and presented to the emperor. In January of the twenty-third year, both Sizhou and Hezhou offered white foxes. In June of the nineteenth year, a white fox was caught in Pingyang County, Sizhou, and presented to the emperor. In February of the third year of Emperor Shizong's reign, Hezhou presented a white fox. In October of the third year of Yongping, a white fox appeared in Jizhou. In April of the fourth year of Yanchang, a white fox was presented by Yanzhou. In September, Xiangzhou sent a white fox. This news sounds rather unusual; I wonder if it's some kind of auspicious sign. A few months later, in the intercalary month, two more white foxes were sent from Fenzhou. This time, they sent even more, suggesting that white foxes are actually quite common. In March of the second year of Emperor Suzong's reign, Nanchingzhou also sent two white foxes. These white foxes are being sent back and forth quite frequently. In June of the third year, Pingyang County also sent a white fox. Sending white foxes is becoming quite a trend. In August, a nine-tailed fox was sent from Guangzhou! This is much rarer than the white fox; just thinking about it, having nine tails sounds impressive. In May of the fourth year, Pingyang County sent another white fox. Is Pingyang County the birthplace of white foxes, or do they just keep sending them? In April of the fourth year of Emperor Xiaojing's reign, a white fox was sent from Xiyanzhou; in July, Guangzhou sent another nine-tailed fox. The flow of white and nine-tailed foxes keeps coming one after another.
In April of the first year of Yuanxiang, Guangzhou sent a nine-tailed fox. Is Guangzhou really the hometown of the nine-tailed fox? Why do they keep sending nine-tailed foxes? In the second month of the second year, Guangzhou sent another nine-tailed fox. That's quite a frequency! In the fifth month of Xinghe's third year, Sizhou sent a nine-tailed fox. These nine-tailed foxes are popping up everywhere! In December, Weijun sent a white fox. The white foxes and nine-tailed foxes are really taking turns showing up! In the fourth month of the fourth year, Yingzhou sent two white foxes. Looks like there are quite a few white foxes! In the seventh month of Wuding's first year, Youzhou caught a white fox and presented it to the emperor. This white fox isn’t just common; it’s also a tribute. In the seventh month of the third year, Yingzhou sent another white fox—two males and one female. Is Yingzhou actually breeding white foxes? In September, Xiyanzhou sent a white fox. These white foxes just keep coming! In the eleventh month of the second year of Taihe, Taizhou sent a five-colored dog. This is a real rarity—a dog with all sorts of colors! I wonder what breed it is. In the third month of the third year, Qizhou sent a five-colored dog, said to be as beautiful as a painting. This five-colored dog is even rarer than the white foxes! In the fifth month of the fourth year of Taizu Tianxing, Weijun Chiqiu County caught a white deer. "When a ruler shows grace to the people, it brings prosperity," this ancient saying is so true! In the ninth month of the fourth year of Taizong Yongxing, Jianxing County sent a white deer. Looks like white deer are starting to show up! In the second month of the first year of Shizu Shen, Dingzhou caught a white rhinoceros. A white rhinoceros showed up in Leling, so the reign title was changed. These white deer and white rhinoceros are definitely auspicious symbols! In the second month of the third year, white deer appeared in Daijun Daocishan. You can see these white deer everywhere! In the twelfth month of the fourth year of Taiyan, Xiangzhou sent a white deer. White deer are pretty popular gifts.
In May of the eighth year of Zhenjun, a white deer was sent from Luozhou. This white deer just keeps coming! In October of the second year of Taian of Gaozong, the white deer was spotted in the West Park of the capital. This white deer appearing near the imperial palace is truly a good omen!
In June of the first year of Chengming of Gaozu, a white deer was sent from Qinzhou. This white deer, it's everywhere! In January of the first year of Taihe, the white deer appeared in Qinzhou. Is Qinzhou a gathering place for white deer? In March, the white deer appeared in Qingzhou. This white deer truly appears and disappears mysteriously!
In January of the fourth year, a white deer was sent from Nanyuzhou. This white deer is indeed a wonderful gift! In July of the nineteenth year, Sizhou caught a white deer and a fawn and presented them to the emperor. Sizhou really knows how to give gifts! In June of the twentieth year, Sizhou sent another white deer. Sizhou is truly the hometown of white deer!
In January of the first year of Shizong's Jingming era, a white deer was sent from Jingzhou. This white deer just keeps coming! In August of the fourth year of Yongping, Pingzhou sent a white deer. This white deer is truly everywhere! In May of the second year of Yanchang, Qizhou sent a white deer. This white deer is indeed a wonderful gift! In June of the fourth year, Sizhou sent another white deer. Sizhou is truly the hometown of white deer! In May of the first year of Suzong Xiping, Jizhou sent a white deer. This white deer just keeps coming!
In May of a certain year, Sizhou sent a white deer. Some time later, in June of a certain year, Xuzhou also sent a white deer. Later, in June of a certain year, the state of Qi presented a white deer that King Wu had captured. Some time later, in June of a certain year, Yanzhou also presented a white deer.
In the sixth year of Emperor Taizu's reign, in December, the emperor personally went hunting and shot a one-horned deer. The emperor told the ministers about this, and they all said, "Deer usually have two horns, but this one has only one horn, which indicates that the world is about to be unified!"
In a certain year of the Common Era, in March, Sizhou presented a unicorn.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in July, Xuzhou presented another unicorn.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in September, General Er Zhu Xinxing of the rear guard presented a unicorn, symbolizing the imminent arrival of peace in the world.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in November, Sizhou presented another unicorn.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in September, Xuzhou presented another unicorn.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in March, a white wolf appeared in Taiping County. Some people commented: "Over the ages, there have been many auspicious signs, but the appearance of a white wolf in the Cheng Tang era led to the prosperity of the Yin Shang dynasty, and thus the term 'Taiping' was named. Moreover, this white wolf appeared in the territory of the former emperor, which is a sign of the country's prosperity! After King Xuan of Zhou received the white wolf, the Qiang tribe surrendered."
In a certain year of the Common Era, in December, Zhang Anzi presented a white roe deer, which signifies that the king's punishments will be fair and just.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in December, Huaizhou presented a white roe deer.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in May, Yuzhou saw the appearance of a white roe deer.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in January, Huazhou presented a white muntjac (a species of deer).
In a certain year of the Common Era, in March, Xuzhou presented a white roe deer.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in July, Xuzhou presented another white roe deer.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in July, Yingzhou presented a white roe deer.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in June, Qingzhou presented a three-legged raven, symbolizing the king's benevolence and filial piety, with heaven's protection assured.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in November, Xingyang presented a three-legged raven.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in June, Huaizhou presented a three-legged raven.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in the leap month, Jizhou presented a three-legged raven.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in May, Jizhou presented a three-legged raven.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in June, Yuzhou presented a three-legged raven.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in June, Jizhou presented another three-legged raven.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in May, Xuzhou presented a three-legged raven.
In a certain year of the Common Era, in February, Yuzhou presented a three-legged raven.
In June of a certain year, Youzhou presented a four-legged raven.
In the first year of the Zhengshi era, in February, Jizhou sent a three-legged crow. In May, Youzhou sent another three-legged crow. In the same month, Xiangzhou also sent a three-legged crow. In June, Dingzhou sent another three-legged crow. Over the years, various places have continuously presented three-legged crows; it feels quite miraculous.
In the second year, in May, Sizhou presented a three-legged crow. In the third year, in March, Yuzhou also sent a three-legged crow, and in the same month, another one was sent from Yuzhou! In the first year of Yongping, in April, Yuzhou once again presented a three-legged crow. In the third year of Yanchang, in February, Jizhou sent another three-legged crow. The frequency of these three-legged crows appearing is really high; I wonder if this is a sign of good fortune.
In the first year of Emperor Suzong's Xiping era, in April, Jijun sent a three-legged crow. In the second year, in April, Dongjun also sent one. In the same month, Yuzhou and Nanyanzhou each sent three-legged crows! In the first year of Shengui, in August, Yongzhou sent a three-legged crow. In the second year, in May, Yingchuan County sent a three-legged crow. In the first year of Zhengguang, in April, Jizhou sent a three-legged crow, and in the same month, another one was sent from Jizhou! In the second leap month, Dongjun sent another three-legged crow. In the fifth year, in May, Dongjun, Yingchuan County, Xuchang, and Sizhou all presented three-legged crows! In June, Jizhou also sent one. In the sixth year, in June, Yingzhou also presented a three-legged crow. These three-legged crows just keep on coming!
In the first year of Emperor Chu's reign, in May, Qi presented a three-legged crow caught by King Wu. In the second year of Xiaojing, in April, the capital city also caught a three-legged crow. In the third year of Wuding, in May, Yingzhou presented a three-legged crow. In the fourth year, in April, Yingzhou presented another three-legged crow, and in May, another one was presented! It seems these three-legged crows are becoming pretty common as tribute items.
In the second year of Gaozu's Tahe reign, in the seventh month, a white raven appeared in Liangzhou. "When the king's ancestral temple is solemnly honored, auspicious signs will appear." It seems that this white raven is also an auspicious sign. In September, a white raven also appeared in the capital city. In the fifth month of the third year, a white raven appeared in Yuzhou. In September, a white raven also appeared in Qinzhou. In the sixth month of the seventeenth year, a white raven was presented in Yanzhou. In the twelfth month of the twenty-third year, a white raven was presented in Sizhou. This white raven appeared several times.
In the second year of Shizong's Zhengshi reign, in the fifth month, a white raven was presented in Sizhou. In the ninth month of the third year, a white raven was presented in Yingchuan County. In the seventh month of the fourth year, Yingchuan County presented another white raven. In the fourth month of the first year of Yongping, Yingchuan County presented a white raven. In the eighth month of the second year of Yanchang, Pingyang County presented a white raven. In the sixth month of the third year, Jizhou presented a white raven. In the first year of Suzong's Zhaoguang reign, in the tenth month, Youzhou presented a white raven. It seems that both this white raven and the three-legged raven were popular tribute items of that era!
In the second year of Tianping reign of Xiaojing Emperor, in the seventh month, at that time, Qi sent a white raven to the emperor.
In the first year of Yuanxiang, in the fifth month, a white raven was also caught in Jizhou. Two years later, in the eighth month, Xuzhou reported, "In front of the government office of Jiying County in Xuzhou, there is a raven's nest on a locust tree. The mother raven had died, and surprisingly, a magpie was feeding the baby ravens until they grew up." The emperor was delighted and rewarded the governor of Xuzhou with ten bolts of cloth.
In the fourth month of the fourth year of Xinghe, a small white crow was captured in Guixiang County, Weijun. In May, a white crow was also caught in the capital city, and that same month, Yangxia County also presented a white crow. In July, Beiyu Province sent another white crow, and in October, Yingzhou sent one as well. In the first year of Wuding, in June, someone brought a white crow in Dongjun. In May of the third year, Beiyu Province sent yet another white crow, and in the same month, Guangzong County and Yingzhou also presented white crows. In June, Cangzhou also sent one. In the fourth month of the fourth year, Liangzhou sent one; in May, Jizhou also sent one, and in August, Yangxia County sent another. In the second month of the second year of Gaozu Taihe, Liangzhou presented a red crow. Ah, recalling the time of King Wu of Zhou, there was a crow that flew with ears of wheat, which led to the downfall of the Shang Dynasty! In the first month of the first year of Suzong Xiping, a red crow appeared in Xiurong County, Sizhou. In the fourth month of the first year of Shengui, Jinxiang County in Beizhou also reported a red crow. In the twelfth month of the second year of Shizong Jingming, a green crow was presented from South Qingzhou. Legend has it that this green crow appeared because the emperor practiced filial piety and the people refrained from killing. In May of the second year of Zhengshi, Yongzhou presented a green crow, and in June, another was presented. In April of the second year of Yongping, a green crow was presented from Henan. In June of the first year of Suzong Xiping, a green crow was presented from Jizhou. In May of the first year of Emperor Feidi Putai, Henan offered yet another green crow. In May of the fourth year of Xiaojing Xinghe, Jizhou presented a green crow, and in July, Yingzhou offered another. In April of the first year of Wuding, Yanzhou presented a green crow, and in May, Jizhou presented another. In May of the second year, a green crow was captured in the capital, in June of the third year, another was caught, and in October, Guangzhou presented a green crow.
In April of the second year of Gaozu's reign, a white magpie was presented by Youzhou. In September of the fourth year of Gaozu's reign, a white magpie also appeared in the Zhongshan region. In August of the first year of the Chengming era, both Dingzhou and Jizhou presented white magpies, and in November, Dingzhou presented yet another white magpie.
In November 702 AD, Luozhou offered a white magpie. In January 714 AD, Dingzhou also presented a white magpie. This indicates that the appearance of a white magpie at that time was regarded as an auspicious sign, and it was a significant matter that each province had to report to the court.
In February 520 AD, a white magpie was captured in the capital. In May 528 AD, another white magpie was captured in the capital. In July 543 AD, Linlu presented a white magpie. In June 544 AD, the capital captured another white magpie.
In July 534 AD, a yellow light appeared in the sky, illuminating the entire area. "The heavens were shining with a yellow light," and people at that time believed this to be an auspicious sign, a symbol of the nation's prosperity. In February 520 AD, colorful auspicious clouds appeared. "The so-called scenic clouds are a response to peace," and the colorful clouds were likewise a symbol of a prosperous era.
In June 521 AD, colorful auspicious clouds appeared again, this time in the direction of Shen and You (southwest). As the sun rose in June 533 AD, a large mass of yellow gas appeared, as if embracing the sun. In June 538 AD, sweet dew fell at the Taixue. "When a ruler's virtue is esteemed, the heavens harmonize and the atmosphere flourishes," the appearance of sweet dew was seen as a sign of the ruler's noble character and the harmony between heaven and humanity. Furthermore, if the ruler respects the elderly, sweet dew will fall from the cypress trees; if the ruler honors the wise and loves the elderly, sweet dew can even fall from bamboo and rushes!
In February 539 AD, sweet dew fell in Fanyang County. In April 540 AD, sweet dew fell in Ye City. In June 540 AD, sweet dew fell in the Palace of Pingcheng. In March 541 AD, sweet dew fell in Ye City. In May 542 AD, sweet dew fell in the Hexi region. In April 534 AD, sweet dew fell in Pingyuan County. In July 522 AD, sweet dew fell in Changshan County.
In July of the year 524, divine dew fell in the capital.
In August of the year 527, divine dew fell in Xincheng County, Qingzhou.
In October of the year 528, divine dew fell in Yidu County, Qingzhou.
In September of the year 529, divine dew fell in Qinghe County, Qizhou.
In October of the year 530, Qizhou reported to the court that divine dew had appeared.
In July of the year 531, divine dew fell in the capital.
In October of the year 527, divine dew fell on the cypress trees in Hualin Garden.
In August of the year 528, divine dew fell in Xianmei County.
In March of the year 530, divine dew fell in the capital.
In October of the year 546, divine dew fell on the willow tree in front of the residence of King Wenxiang of Qi.
In March of the year 547, divine dew fell in the capital.
In April of the year 547, Taishan County reported to the court that divine dew had appeared.
In July of the year 535, auspicious rice was obtained in Pingcheng County, with multiple ears sprouting from a single stalk, "different stalks sharing the same ear," which was seen as a good omen!
These records demonstrate the importance people placed on various natural phenomena at the time, believing these were rewards from heaven for the ruler's virtue, and reflect the level of superstition and emphasis on auspicious signs in society at that time.
In August, Guangning sent a stalk of auspicious rice, which had eleven ears on one stalk! Pretty impressive, huh? A stalk with nine ears was also discovered ten miles south of Pingcheng, which was an important event to report to the ancestral shrine!
In the tenth month of the second year of Yongxing, glorious rice also grew in Qinghe County. Later, come the eighth month of the third year of Taichang, glorious rice was also discovered in Dongguang County of Bohai County. In the seventh month of the second year of Shenwu, three varieties of glorious rice appeared in Anyang County of Weijun County, a sight to behold! In the eighth month of the first year of the Chengming era, Qizhou also offered up glorious rice. By the ninth month of the third year of Taihe, Qizhou presented another stalk of glorious rice. In the eighth month of the fifth year, Changshan also sent glorious rice. In the eighth month of the seventh year, Dingzhou joined the celebration by offering glorious rice. In the seventh month of the first year of Jingming, Qizhou once again offered up glorious rice. In the seventh month of the third year, Qizhou presented it again. In the eighth month of the fourth year, Jizhou also brought a stalk. In the eighth month of the first year of Zhengshi, Jizhou also offered up glorious rice. In the sixth month of the second year, Qizhou came again, followed by Luyang County in the seventh month, and then Sizhōu in the eighth month. In the seventh month of the third year, Jizhou presented glorious rice again. In the eighth month of the third year of Yongping, Xingyang also offered up glorious rice. In the eighth month of the second year of Xiping, the glorious rice presented by Youzhou was of three varieties with the same ear! In the seventh month of the second year of Zhengguang, Shuozhou offered up glorious rice. In the eighth month of the third year, glorious rice offered by Sizhou grew six ears from one stalk! In the seventh month of the third year of Tianping, Weijun presented glorious rice. In the eighth month of the fourth year, Bingzhou also brought a stalk. That same month, glorious rice was also found in the capital! Yu Caolangzhong Sima Zhongcan also offered a stalk with five ears on a single stem. In the eighth month of the first year of Yuanxiang, Dongyongzhou offered up glorious rice. In the eighth month of the third year of Xinghe, Nanjingzhou also presented glorious rice. In the eighth month of the fourth year, glorious rice was discovered again in the capital! In the eighth month of the second year of Wuding, the capital harvested glorious rice once more. In the eighth month of the third year, Bingzhou presented glorious rice again.
In the third year of Taihe, in October, Xuzhou presented a rare gourd with two fruits on a single stem. In the second year of Tianxing, in July, Bingzhou presented a white rabbit, said to be an omen that only those respected by elders could see. In the third year, in May, the emperor went on a tour to Guangning, where a white rabbit appeared in front of his carriage and was caught on the spot. In the fourth year, in January, Bingzhou presented another white rabbit. The Tang Dynasty has numerous records of white rabbits! In the third year of Yongxing, while hunting in the Western Mountains, the emperor caught a white rabbit. A few months later, in August, a white rabbit was caught in the capital city. In the first year of Taichang, in November, Anping County of Dingzhou also sent a white rabbit. Two years later, in June, another white rabbit arrived in the capital city. In the third year of Taichang, in June, Dunqiu County also presented a white rabbit. The appearance of white rabbits was quite frequent. Later on, in the third year of Shiguang, in May, Luozhou unexpectedly presented a black rabbit. In September of the first year of Shenhu, Zhangwu County presented a white rabbit; in February of the fourth year of Zhenjun, Bohai County also presented a white rabbit. In the seventh year of Zhenjun, in February, Qingzhou presented two white rabbits at once. In the third year of Gaozong He Ping, in October, a white rabbit was caught in the Yunzhong region; in the intercalary month of the fourth year, a white rabbit was caught in Yexian County. In the fifth year of Gaozu Yanxing, in April, a white rabbit appeared in Dai County. In the first year of Chengming, in August, the Yunzhong region saw another white rabbit. In the first year of Taihe, in June, Zhoucheng County of Yongzhou presented a white rabbit; in the third month of the third year, Tujing Town also presented a white rabbit. In the eighth year, in June, Xuzhou presented a white rabbit; in the tenth month of the eighteenth year, Yingzhou presented a white rabbit. In the twentieth year, in July, Jijun presented a black rabbit, and in the same month, the capital city also caught a white rabbit. That same year, another black rabbit was caught.
The frequency of appearances of these white and black rabbits is truly astonishing! In the first year of the reign of Emperor Zhengming, in November, Hezhou presented a white rabbit; in April of the third year of the Zhengming era, Yingchuan County also presented a white rabbit; in August, Henei County also presented a white rabbit. In June of the fourth year of the Zhengming era, Henei County presented another white rabbit; in July, Xiazhou presented a black rabbit. In March of the first year of the Zhengshi period, Henan County presented a black rabbit; in April, Luyang County presented a white rabbit. In August of the second year, Dong County presented a white rabbit; in September, Henei County presented a black rabbit. In the same month, Sizhou and Dong County each presented a white rabbit. In July of the third year, Boguluzhen presented a white rabbit; in September, Sizhou presented another white rabbit. In April of the fourth year, Henei County presented a white rabbit.
In April of the first year of Yongping, Jizhou presented a white rabbit; in May, Henei presented a black rabbit; in October, Le'an County caught a white rabbit. In February of the second year, Xiangzhou presented a white rabbit. In July of the third year of Yanchang, Yuzhou presented a white rabbit; in March of the fourth year, Henan presented a white rabbit; in August, Henan presented another white rabbit; in September, Henei presented yet another white rabbit. In April of the second year of Emperor Suzong's Xiping era, Yuzhou presented a white rabbit; in May, Dong County presented a white rabbit.
From these records, it can be seen that the frequency of white and black rabbit appearances during the Tang Dynasty was indeed remarkable, appearing in various places; it was truly a magical era! In June, the capital captured a white rabbit. In November, Shanshan Town also sent a white rabbit. Ah, this rabbit is quite lively, being sent back and forth.
In June of the first year of the Shen Gui period, the capital caught another black rabbit. In August two years later, Zhengping County sent a white rabbit. And that's not all; in September, Zhengping County sent another white rabbit! In October, the capital caught another black rabbit. This rabbit certainly has quite a variety of colors!
In the first month of the first year of the Zhengguang era, Xuzhou sent a white rabbit. In May, Jizhou also sent a white rabbit. In May of the third year, Xuzhou sent two white rabbits at once! In the same month, Jizhou sent another one. The frequency of these gifts is truly overwhelming!
In the second year of the Xiaojing Tianping era in August, Guangzhou sent over a white rabbit. In October of the fourth year, Guangzhou sent another white rabbit. Guangzhou sure has a soft spot for white rabbits!
In the first year of Yuanxiang in May, Xuzhou caught a white rabbit. In June, Qi Xianwu also sent a white rabbit. In the same month, Puyang County also sent a white rabbit. The gift-giving parade just keeps getting bigger!
In the second year of Xinghe in April, Xuzhou sent another white rabbit. In June, the capital itself snagged a white rabbit. In January of the fourth year, Guangzhou sent another white rabbit. The number of white rabbits is just off the charts!
In the first year of Wuding in March, Yingzhou sent a white rabbit. (Month missing in original text) In a certain month, Jijun also sent a white rabbit. In November of the sixth year, Wuping Town sent a white rabbit. These rabbits have been sent for years now; who knows when it’ll stop?
In the fifth year of Taizu Tianxing in August, the Shangyao Army saw a white swallow in Langgu. Now that’s a rare sight!
In the third year of Taizong Yongxing in June, the capital snagged another white swallow. In the leap month of the fourth year, the capital caught another white swallow! In June of the second year of Taichang, the capital caught another white swallow. White swallows are popping up even more often than white rabbits!
In the second year of Gaozu Taihe in March, a white swallow appeared in Bingzhou. In April of the eighth year, the white swallow flew to the capital. In the same month, Daijun also caught a white swallow. In August of the twenty-third month, Jingzhou sent a white swallow. In the leap month, Zhengping County also sent a white swallow. These white swallows are popping up all over the place!
In the third year of Shizong Jingming in June, Jingzhou sent a white swallow. In July of the first year of Suzong Xiping, the capital snagged another white swallow. In August of the first year of Xiaojing Yuanxiang, Xizhong Prefecture sent a white swallow. In March of the second year of Xinghe, the capital caught another white swallow. In June of the third year of Wuding, Beiyuzhou sent a white swallow. White swallows just keep coming in as gifts!
In the eighth year of the Taizong Taichang reign, in May, a white bird was brought from Yanmen. "The white bird appears when the ruler's fortunes are in harmony." The appearance of this white bird is indeed a good omen!
In the first year of the Shizu Shenlong reign, in September, Cangshui County brought a white bird. In October, Weidu also offered a white bird. In the eighth year of the Zhenjun reign, in May, Yanmen County brought a white bird. In the second month of the Yanxing era of Gaozu, a white bird appeared in Fufeng County. Although the white bird appears less frequently than white rabbits and white swallows, it is still enough to amaze people!
In May of the third year of the Common Era, a white bird appeared in Dai County.
In January of the fourth year, Qingzhou brought a white bird.
In May of the third year of the Taihe era, Yuzhou also had a white bird.
In January of the thirteenth year, Qinghe Wucheng County offered a white bird.
In June of the third year of the Jingming era of Shizong, Xingyang County brought a white bird.
In October, Bogu Lu Town also offered a white bird.
In March of the fourth year, Dunhuang Town presented a white bird.
In May, a white bird was captured in the capital.
In June, Hengnong County offered a white bird.
In July, another white bird was captured in the capital.
In July of the second year of the Zhengshi era, Bogu Lu Town presented a white bird.
In April of the third year, another white bird was captured in the capital.
In October, Hezhou offered a white bird.
In December, Yongzhou presented a white bird.
In February of the fourth year, Yuzhou offered a white bird.
In July of the third year of the Yongping era, another white bird was captured in the capital.
In July of the third year of the Yanchang era, Henan County captured a white bird.
In November, Qinzhou offered a white bird.
In May of the fourth year, Xingyang presented a white bird.
In August, Qinzhou presented another white bird.
This month, Qingzhou also offered a white bird.
This month, Hengzhou also presented a white bird.
This month, Luoyang captured a white bird.
In November, Jingzhou offered a white bird.
In April of the first year of the Xiping era, another white bird was captured in the capital.
In July, a white bird was captured in the palace.
In April of the second year, Huazhou presented a white bird.
In June, Xiangzhou presented a white bird. That month, Bogu Lu Town presented a white bird. In July, a white bird was caught in the capital city. In August, Bogu Lu Town presented another white bird. This month, another white bird was caught in the capital city. In November, another white bird was caught in the capital city. In May of the first year of the Shengui era, a white bird was caught in the capital city. In June, two white birds were caught in the capital city. In August, Bogu Lu Town presented a white bird. In May of the third year, Xuzhou presented a white bird. This month, another white bird was caught in the capital city. In July of the third year, another white bird was caught in the capital city. In June of the first year of the Zhenguang era, a white bird was caught in the capital city. In June of the second year, Guangzhou contributed a white bird. In April of the third year, a white bird was caught in the capital city. In June, Xingyang County offered a white bird. In August, Jeju presented a white bird. This month, Guangzhou also presented a white bird. In September, a white bird surprisingly showed up in Sheren Province! In June of the fourth year, a white bird was caught in the capital city. They say that this white bird is quite the rarity! Let's begin with July, when a white bird was caught in the capital city.
Continuing on, as time moved forward, in April of the first year of Taichang, the capital captured another white bird; in May of the second year of the Xiaojing Tianping era, Northern Yuzhou also sent a white bird; in July of the third year, the capital received yet another one; in July of the fourth year, Yanzhou also presented a white bird. In May of the first year of Yuanxiang, the capital captured another one, and in June, it captured yet another one; in July, Sizhou also sent one. Interestingly, in that same month, Qi Xianwu also obtained a white bird. In May of the second year, the capital captured another one; in June, Qi Wenxiang Wang specially sent the caught white bird as a tribute. In that same month, Nanyanzhou also caught a white bird; in July, the capital received yet another one. In April of the second year of Xinghe, the capital captured another one; in the leap month, the capital captured another one; in June, Guangzhou sent one; in July, the capital received yet another one. In May of the third year, the capital captured another one; in the first month of the fourth year, the capital captured yet another one; in June, the capital caught yet another one; in July, the capital received yet another one! In June of the first year of Wuding, the capital captured another one; in July, the capital received yet another one! In May of the third year, Liangzhou caught one; in July, the capital received yet another one; in October, Yanzhou caught one; in June of the fourth year, the capital received yet another one; in June of the sixth year, the capital received yet another one!
Wow, these white birds show up way too often! In this account, there are also other rare birds besides the white birds! For example, in the third month of the third year of Shizong Jingming, Jizhou sent a red sparrow, delivering a message to King Wen of Zhou; in May of the fourth year, the capital caught another red sparrow; in April of the first year of Yongping, the capital caught another red sparrow; in April of the third year of Suzong Xiaochang, Henan sent a red sparrow.
There are also white pigeons! In the third month of the fourth year of the reign of Emperor Gaozong of the Tang Dynasty, a white pigeon was sent from Jizhou with the message "The time of the Yin Tang king has come. The king cares for the elderly, upholds morality, and doesn’t forsake the old for the new"; In the eleventh month of the first year of the reign of Emperor Chengming, another white pigeon was sent from Jizhou; In the seventh month of the twenty-third year of the reign of Emperor Taihe, a white pigeon was sent from Yingzhou; In August, Xingyang County also sent a white pigeon; In the seventh month of the third year of the reign of Emperor Shizong Jingming, a white pigeon was sent from Jingzhou; In October of the first year of the reign of Emperor Zhengshi, a white pigeon was caught in the capital; In the same month, Jianxing County also sent a white pigeon; In the fourth month of the second year, a white pigeon was sent from Binxian; In July, Jizhou sent three white pigeons at once; In the seventh month of the third year, a white pigeon was sent from Xiazhou; In the sixth month of the first year of the reign of Emperor Yongping, a white pigeon was sent from Luozhou.
In this record, the appearances of white pigeons, red doves, and white pigeons are quite frequent! It seems that these birds were indeed considered unusual auspicious signs in ancient times!
In the second year of Emperor Suzong's reign, in September of the second year of Xiping, Ji County presented a white pigeon as tribute.
This isn't directly related to the story we’re about to share, but it serves as background information. Now, let's talk about the story of Tang Taizong Li Keyong. In the spring of the fourth year of Tianxing, the magistrate of Xinxing informed the emperor that there was a merchant named Jia Xiang in Jinchang who, when he was just twenty-two, worked as a minor official in Yanmen County. Once, when he was on business in Juzhu Mountain in Shanxi, he encountered an old man who said to him: "From now on, forty-two years later, a sage will appear in the north, and at that time the world will be at peace, and the people will live happily. Your descendants will also prosper, but unfortunately, I will not live to see that day." After saying this, the old man passed away. Jia Xiang looked closely and found that the old man had turned into a stone statue! Now, Jia Xiang is seventy years old, and we looked into it and found that the stone statue is still standing! Counting from the year when Murong Bao was defeated by the emperor, it is exactly forty-two years.
In February in the fifth year of the Yuanzhen Emperor, Zhangye County reported: Since the time of Cao Wei, there has been a stone on the mountain of Daliugu in Qiuchi County, carved in the shape of a dragon horse. On the back of the stone horse, there are three characters "Da Tao Cao" carved, signifying the replacement of the Wei Dynasty by the Jin Dynasty. Now this stone bears the names of our ancestors and symbols of divine appointment. So we sent people to copy the characters on it.
There are five large stones in total, all of which are green stones with white inscriptions on them, with clear inscriptions. Two of the stones record the history and deeds of Zhang Liang and Lü Shang. The other three stones record the names of emperors from our ancestors to the present. The first fourteen characters record the name of Emperor Zhaocheng and "succeeding the world for forty-six years; heaven's law is peaceful, and great peace reigns under heaven"; the next seven characters record the name of Emperor Taizu Daowu and "fulfilling the king, carrying a thousand years"; then the eight characters record the name of Emperor Taizong Mingyuan and "eldest son for two hundred and twenty years"; the next eight characters record "Taiping Tianwang succeeding the world in governing"; finally, the five characters record the name of the Crown Prince and "Changfeng Taishan." The Emperor was initially titled Taiping Wang, and later, according to astronomical records, was also granted the title of "Taiping Zhenjun," which corresponds precisely to the inscriptions on the stone. Behind the name of Emperor Taizong, there is an image of a man holding a child. Everyone who sees it remarks: The Emperor loves his grandson, carrying him to sleep and waking, never leaving his side. This painting is an auspicious sign from heaven, truly a divine omen!
Therefore, General Wei, the King of Le'an, Fan, General Chong of Fuguo, King Chong of Jianning, General Su of Zhengxi, King Su of Changshan, General Xi of Zhengnan, King Xi of Hengnong, all jointly submitted a memorial, saying: We have heard that when an emperor rises, there must be heavenly symbols to govern the world and establish a prosperous era. Throughout history, all prosperous eras have been like this. Fu Xi had the Hetu and Luoshu diagrams, and Yu the Great had the Nine Chapters of the Luoshu. Their achievements have been passed down to this day, their divine traces shining brightly for future generations. Your Majesty, your virtues are as boundless as heaven and earth, your wisdom is as bright as the sun and moon. You are born with divine wisdom at the right time, blessed by heaven, and all kinds of auspicious signs gather around you. Therefore, in the first year of Shiguang, the Heavenly Master, according to astronomical records, bestowed upon you the title of "True Lord of Great Peace." Your Majesty, you were humble and cautious, and it took several years before you accepted this title. Your sincerity touched heaven, your grace has benefited the people, and your reputation has spread far and wide, your blessings reached the four seas, and all the people of the world are sincerely pleased. Now, Zhangye County reports that on a large stone at Daliugu Mountain in Qiuchi County, there are white characters carved on a blue stone that record the names of the ancestors of the country and the heavenly symbols. When the royal officials and all the officials saw these words, they were profoundly moved and remarked: From ancient times to the present, auspicious signs have never been as significant as they are today. This is a decree from heaven, symbolizing the prosperity of our nation. We are fortunate to live in this prosperous era, basking in the grace of the emperor. We cannot repay this kindness, but to express our gratitude to heaven, we have discussed with the other ministers and decided to proclaim these words from the stone to the world, so that those who seek to usurp the throne will know that the mandate of heaven is with Your Majesty. The imperial decree states: This is a divine sign granted by heaven, an auspicious omen left by our ancestors; how can it be just for me alone? You may proceed according to your memorial.
In the winter of the first year of the Taihe era, in October, an official named Deng Zongqing reported: "The rural commoners Li Fei and Wang Xian from Taiyuan reported together that while gathering herbs in the southern mountains of the capital, they reached the foot of the southern ridge of Youyue Valley and saw hundreds of green stone pillars. The emperor sent someone to investigate, and they said that the green pillars they saw were as tall as a piece of cloth, extending upwards one after another, some measuring one foot two inches on each side, and others measuring one foot, with sharp, distinct edges. There were so many that they couldn't be counted, and it was suggested to hand them over to the Ministry of Works for use." The emperor approved this. People at the time found it very miraculous.
In the third year of the Xianzu Huangxing era, in June, an official named Wei Yuan reported: "I dispatched a deputy general to Pengcheng, who arrived in August at Suikou to confront the bandit leader Chen Xianda. A soldier herding livestock five miles outside the camp saw an old man with white hair riding a white horse, resembling a general. He called out to the soldier and spoke, saying: 'On the eighteenth day at the hour of Chen (around 7-9 AM), I will definitely come here. Tell your general to lead the troops to attack from the northeast; I will drive the enemy away and send them fleeing. At the hour of Shen, the enemy will definitely suffer a great defeat, and both Suyu and Huaiyang can be easily conquered. I will create a barrier with your forces along the Huai River, and I will drive the enemy out of Xupi City without using much military force.' Ten days later, the soldier saw the old man with white hair again, two miles east of the horse theater south of Pengcheng, also riding a white horse, coming from the northeast. He called out to the soldier and said: 'I am working north of the Huai River alongside the gods of Donghai, the Four Rivers, Taishan, and Beiyue, to help you two generals defeat the enemy. You're happy about this, right?' After saying this, he vanished suddenly." The emperor then ordered Wei Yuan to build an altar at the place where the old man appeared and to record this event.
In the second year of the Xiaochang era of Emperor Suzong, in the tenth month, Li Xian, the governor of Yangzhou, reported: "My subordinate Zhou Fuxing took leave to return home in July, and on the eleventh night of the month, he dreamed of crossing a river, walking south of Caotang Temple, and saw seven people from a distance. One person was riding a horse wearing red clothes and a hat, while the other six followed behind. Zhou Fuxing stood on the left side of the road, and when he approached, he bowed twice. The person asked Zhou Fuxing who he was, and Zhou Fuxing replied, 'I am a subordinate of Li Gong, temporarily assigned to Xie Shi.' He told Zhou Fuxing, 'You can go back now. I am the chancellor of Emperor Xiaowen, here to inform Li Xian not to worry about the bandits' dam, as it will be breached this month.' Zhou Fuxing took two steps, and the person took note of his name, instructing him to report back quickly. When Zhou Fuxing woke up, he returned to the city at dawn and recounted the dream in detail. On the twenty-seventh day of July, the dam was indeed breached."
In the third month of the third year of Emperor Yanzong's Yanhe era, Prince of Le'an Fan Xian presented a jade seal bearing the inscription "Imperial Seal."
In the first year of the Taiyan era, it did not rain from March to June, causing great distress to everyone! The government had to pray to the gods and buddhas in various places, and in just a few days, the heavens mercifully brought heavy rain. On that day, a woman came to sell a jade seal at the home of the Marquis of Lü County. The Marquis was amazed by the jade seal and wanted to ask the woman about it, but she could not be found. The jade seal bore the inscription "Drought and Epidemic Resolved." The famous Taoist master Kou Tianshi said that it was a seal used by deities, as noted in the "Dragon Text Tied Book"!
In April of the third year of the Peace Era, a man named Zhang Chao in Hanoi unexpectedly discovered a jade seal near an old Buddhist pagoda in the northern part of Hanoi and quickly presented it to the court. This jade seal was only two inches on each side and was engraved with a lengthy inscription of auspicious phrases: "Wealth and happiness shall flourish, may it last forever; blessings and prosperity shall increase, and may you enjoy a long life of ten thousand years." The jade was smooth and lustrous, and the court officials exclaimed, "This must be a gift from heaven, something that cannot be made by man!" The emperor was thrilled and ordered a three-day banquet across the nation to celebrate!
In August of the first year of the Chengming Era, the common people of Shanggu County presented a jade seal featuring an engraving of a dragon. In March of the first year of the Taihe Era, Wuchuan Town presented a blue jade seal, featuring a simple design with only the character "Tai Chang" inscribed. In June, Yongzhou also presented a jade seal. In the same month, Chang'an Town also presented a jade seal, which had a turtle-shaped knob; the seal's face bore inscriptions, and its color was pure white, making it exceptionally rare. In July of the third year, the common people of Julu in Dingzhou presented a jade seal measuring seven-tenths of an inch in size, which also had inscriptions.
In April of the first year of Yongping, the common people of Yingzhou presented a jade disc and a jade seal. In November of the second year of Xiping, two more jade seals were discovered in the capital. In February of the third year of Xinghe, the common people of Baima County in Dongjun presented a jade seal. In December of the third year of Yongxing, the residents of Beisai presented two jade tablets. "A ruler's kindness and benevolence will be recognized!" In February of the second year of Tianping, the official Mu Li received a jade tablet, three inches wide and fifteen inches long, with two holes at the top edge, which was also presented to the court.
In September of the first year of Chengming, the residents of Jingzhao Prefecture presented a pair of brilliant green jade discs. "A ruler's wisdom and virtue will be acknowledged!" In June of the third year of Zhengguang, a monk from Jinglin Temple in Bingzhou unearthed five jade discs, ten jade gui, a jade seal, a jade pillar, and a jade cover while gathering herbs in the oak valley west of Yangyi City, all of which were subsequently presented to the court.
In the fifth year of Gaozu's reign, in June, the commander of Shanggui Town reported: "While hunting two hundred and fifty miles west of the town, I found three jade rings used for carts in a river named Qianshui, south of the camp—two are green and one is red, and the craftsmanship is very exquisite." This indicates that people at that time not only valued hunting but also placed great importance on the precious artifacts discovered by chance, reporting them to the court in a timely manner.
In the fourth year of Emperor Xiaojing's reign, in July, the people of Ye County offered a piece of white jade raw stone. The discovery of this white jade raw stone might indicate that the area was rich in jade, or it could simply be a rare find by an individual; in any case, these were noteworthy events at that time. In the second year of Emperor Suzong's Xiping era, in the first month, gold was discovered in Chisugou Valley, Hengshui County, Qizhou. These records reflect society's emphasis on mineral resources at that time.
In the third year of Emperor Taizu's Tianxing era, in April, a tree with intertwined trunks was discovered to the left of the Tianmen Pass in Dai County. "A ruler's virtue and grace are pure and harmonious, uniting all corners of the land," this reflects an ancient belief regarding the appearance of such trees, believed to be a good omen symbolizing peace and the prosperity of the people. In August, reports also came from the Bohai region that a tree with intertwined trunks was found in both Xiuxian and Dongguang counties. In December, Yuzhou reported the discovery of a tree with intertwined trunks in Qinxian. This indicates that the appearance of these trees was considered a fairly common good omen at that time, with discoveries reported from various places.
In the spring of the fourth year, two trees with intertwined trunks were discovered in Hanoi County. In August, Wei County reported the discovery of a tree with intertwined trunks in Neihuang County. In October of the first year of Emperor Taizong's Taichang era, Fanyang County reported the discovery of a tree with intertwined trunks. In November, Changshan County also reported the discovery of a tree with intertwined trunks. In the first month of the third year, the Bohai region reported again that a tree with intertwined trunks was found in Dongguang County. In August, Guangning County reported the discovery of a tree with intertwined trunks. These ongoing discoveries of trees with intertwined trunks were undoubtedly viewed as symbols of the nation's prosperity and reflected society's belief in good omens.
In the fourth year of the Shizu era, in September, Xingyang County reported the discovery of a lianli tree. In the second year of Yanhe, in March, Loufan Nanshan also discovered a lianli tree. In September of the third year, Shanggu County reported the discovery of a lianli tree. In the first year of Taiyan, in February, Weijun again reported the discovery of a lianli tree. In February of the fifth year, the Liaoxi region reported the discovery of a lianli tree. These records, in terms of time span and geographical distribution, all indicate that the appearance of lianli trees was considered a common phenomenon at the time, and it was an event worth recording and noting.
In the first year of Gaogu Yanxing, in November, Secretary Yang Chong reported that Zhongluo Lang Li Sheng saw a lianli tree in the capital. In September of the first year of Chengming, the report from Bingzhou said that a lianli tree was discovered, with two trees standing 12 feet apart, connected by five branches. In March of the first year of Taihe, the report from Jizhou said that a lianli tree was discovered. In June of the seventeenth year, another lianli tree was discovered in the capital. In October of the eighteenth year, Henan reported that a lianli tree was discovered in Gong County. In October of the twenty-third year, Bingzhou reported finding a hundred-section lianli tree on Wengshan Mountain, and Jizhou also reported the discovery of a lianli tree. In December, Yingzhou also reported the discovery of a lianli tree. These records not only reflect the widespread distribution of lianli trees, but also indicate the level of importance the court attached to these events, even detailing the specific details of the trees.
In the second year of the Jingming era of Shizong, in the first month, it was reported in Yingzhou that an intertwined tree was discovered in Pingshu County. In the third year, in the first month, it was reported in Yingchuan that an intertwined tree was discovered. In the second month, it was reported in Pingyang that an intertwined tree was discovered in Xiangling County. In the fourth month, it was reported in Jingzhou that an intertwined tree was discovered in Wancheng County, Nanyang. In the sixth month, it was reported in Xuzhou that an intertwined tree was discovered in Donghai. In October, it was reported in Qinzhou that an intertwined tree was discovered in Nandao County and Xinxing County. In the second month of Year Four, it was reported in Zhaoping that an intertwined tree was discovered in Chonggu County. In the second month, it was reported in Qijun that an intertwined tree was discovered in Linzi County. In the fourth month, it was reported in Fenzhou that an intertwined tree was discovered in Wucheng County. In May, it was reported in Qingzhou that an intertwined tree was discovered in Juxian County. These continuous reports of intertwined trees being discovered fully demonstrate the attention and importance given to this phenomenon, considered an auspicious sign at the time. In June, in Lushi County, Henan, intertwined branches appeared in that place! That same month, a report came from Xuzhou, saying that Liangjun Xiayi County also discovered intertwined branches. In September, another report came from Qinzhou, saying that four counties near Dangting also discovered intertwined branches! In the first year of Zhengshi, in May, it was reported in Sizhou that Jing County in Xingyang also had intertwined branches. In June, the Western Garden in the capital also discovered intertwined branches! In July, a report came from Hedong Prefecture, saying that Wenxi County also had them! In August, a report came from Henan Prefecture, reporting that intertwined branches were also discovered near Cishui. In October, a report came from Hengnong Prefecture, saying that Xiaoxian also had them. In December, a report came from Liangzhou, saying that Shicheng County also discovered them. In the first month of the second year, a report from Fenzhou said that Pingchang County also had intertwined branches. In the second month, another report from Sizhou, once again about Xiaoxian! In September, another report from Sizhou said that Yangzhai County in Yingchuan also discovered them. In the third year, in June, another report from Fenzhou said that Yong'an County also had them! In that same month, intertwined branches were discovered again in the capital! In July, Yangzhai County in Yingchuan reported that they also discovered them! That same month, Jiande Prefecture reported that Shicheng County had discovered intertwined branches again. In the first month of Year One of the Yongping era, a report from Sizhou said that intertwined branches were discovered in Yingchuan County. In the second year, in April, another report from Sizhou said that Beishan County in Hengnong also had them! In the third year, in November, a report from Shazhou said that intertwined branches were discovered on Hengfeng Mountain.
In January of the second year of Yanchang, Xu Zhou reported that the intertwined branches were discovered in Jianling Shu. In January of the third year, Sizhou reported that Zhixian also had them. In March of the fourth year, Jizhou reported that Xindu County also discovered them. In June, it was found again in the capital! In September, Yongzhou reported that Lingxian also had them. In January of the first year of Suzong Xiping, Guangzhou reported that Qucheng County discovered the intertwined branches. In November of the second year, it was found again in the capital! In December, Dunhuang Town reported that Jinchang Shu also had them. In January of the first year of Shengui, Fenzhou reported that Yong'an County discovered them again! In March, Cangzhou reported that Rao'an County also had them. In August, Yanzhou reported that Shanggu County also had them. In September, Qinzhou reported that intertwined branches were found on Wuyang Mountain in Longxi. In June of the second year, Xiazhou reported that Shanlu County also had them. In May of the first year of Zhenguang, Bingzhou reported that the intertwined branches were discovered in Shangdang Dongshan Valley. In November, Qizhou reported that there were also intertwined branches on Ling Shoushan in Jinnan County! In June of the second year, Qizhou reported that there were also intertwined branches in Fengling County. In February of the second year, Liangzhou reported that Yuzhong County also had them. In March, Qingzhou reported that there were also intertwined branches in Pingchang County. In August, Xu Zhou reported that there were two intertwined branches on the east side of Longkang Shu! In February of the fourth year, Yangzhou reported that Ruyin County also had them. In August, Liangzhou reported that Xianmei County also had them. In October of the first year of Xiaochang, the intertwined branches were also discovered in Yuancheng County. In April of the second year of Xiaojing Emperor Tianping, it was reported that two trees were growing together on the other side of Linshui County, which was quite a rare sight! In July, Weijun also found this phenomenon of two trees growing together. In May of the third year, Sizhou reported that Qinghe County also discovered them! In June of the fourth year, Guangping County also reported that this phenomenon of two trees growing together was found. In August, Bingzhou also reported that they had found it there. In September of the first year of Yuanxiang, Luozhou reported that two trees were discovered growing together. In May, Linluo County also reported the same situation. In August, Shangdang County reported that they had also found it there. In September of the first year of Xinghe, someone reported that Sima Zhang Shen from Xishan Collecting Materials reported that the intertwined branches were discovered in Sikong Valley. In April of the second year, Guangzhou reported that Luxiang County also found this phenomenon.
In the first year of Wuding, an intercalary month, Xiyanzhou reported that Ji'inyin County had also been discovered. In September, King Xianwu of Qi reported that Bingzhou had been discovered.
In the third year, in September, Yingzhou reported that Hejian County had also been discovered. In the fifth year, in November, Fenzhou reported a discovery. In the sixth year, in May, Jinzhou also reported a discovery. In the eighth year, in April, Qingzhou reported that Qijun had been discovered.
In the third year of Shizong Jingming, in July, Luoyang presented a black mushroom. "When the king is kind and compassionate, those who consume it will enjoy longevity."
In the second year of Taizu Tianxing, in July, Bingzhou presented a white pheasant. This is reminiscent of the tribute from the Yueshang clan during the reign of King Cheng of Zhou!
In January of the fourth year, Shangdang County also presented a white pheasant. In February, Bingzhou presented another white pheasant. In May, Henan County also presented a white pheasant.
In November of the second year of Taizong Shenrui, Zhou Ji, the Right Minister, caught a white pheasant in Boliang Anping and presented it to the emperor.
In January of the third year of Taichang, Gaocheng County, Bohai County, presented a white pheasant. In March, Nanpi County, Bohai County, presented two additional white pheasants. In November, Zhongshan Xingtang County also presented a white pheasant.
In January of the fourth year, Xinxing County presented a white pheasant. In December, two additional white pheasants were presented. In February of the fifth year, another white pheasant was discovered in Henan County.
In February of the first year of Shizu Shen Yuan, Xiangzhou presented a white pheasant. In February of the second year, Shangdang County presented another white pheasant.
In January of the second year of Yanzheng, Qingzhou presented a white pheasant. In January of the fifth year, Shanggu County discovered a white pheasant.
In February of the first year of Taihe, Qinzhou presented a white pheasant. In March, another white pheasant was discovered in Qinzhou. In November, Anding County also discovered a white pheasant.
In November of the second year, Xuzhou presented a white pheasant. In January of the third year, Tongwan Town presented a white pheasant. In January of the fourth year, Nanyuzhou presented a white pheasant. In March of the sixth year, Yuzhou presented a white pheasant.
In June of an unspecified year, Qinghe County in Qizhou sent a white pheasant. This is a positive omen!
After a few years, in January, Youzhou also sent a white chicken. This thing is quite rare! Not long after, in April, Yingzhou also followed suit and sent one. How come there are white chickens in so many places?
Later on, in March, Yanzhou also sent a white chicken. The appearance of white chickens has really picked up in recent years! In January, Xuzhou also sent a white chicken, followed by one from Jizhou in February. It's like white chickens are here every year, never-ending!
In March, Qizhou sent another white chicken. By October, Qingzhou also sent one. Within a year, several white chickens—what luck! In November, Qinzhou also sent a white chicken. White chickens are really everywhere!
In April, Henan sent a white chicken; in June, Henan also sent one; and in December, Yuzhou also sent one. These white chickens just keep on coming! In February, Jizhou sent another white chicken. This month, the capital also caught a white chicken. In the leap month, Qizhou sent another white chicken. In December, Youzhou sent another white chicken. The number of white chickens being sent is just crazy!
In February, Xiangzhou sent a white chicken; in March, Sizhou also sent one. In March, Xuzhou sent another white chicken. In March, Yingchuan County sent a white chicken. In January, Yuzhou sent another white chicken. In February, Xiazhou sent a white chicken. In March, Guangzhou sent a white chicken. In January, Qingzhou sent a white chicken. In February, Qingzhou sent another white chicken. In December, Liangzhou also sent one. In January, Fanyang County in Weijun sent a white chicken. They just keep on coming!
In a certain year in January, Guangzong County presented a white chicken, and in the same month, Yanzhou also presented one. In March of that year, Qingzhou also presented a white chicken. These white chickens really do show up every year! In September of that year, hot springs gushed out in Zhuolu, and many people recovered from colds after drinking the hot spring water. This hot spring is truly wonderful! In January of that year, Huihua Temple in Shanggu County produced Li Spring. "Li Spring is the essence of water. It tastes sweet and delicious, only appearing under a wise ruler." This Li Spring has a sweet taste and only appears under a wise ruler. In winter of that year, a clear and sweet spring water gushed out on the south bank of the Pu River in Wanjuxian, Jiyin County, West Yanzhou. Drinking it can heal ailments, and people nearby come here to fetch water. Emperor Qi Xian had a house built by the spring. The Ministry of Rites proposed rewards of a thousand stones for the governor, five hundred for the prefect, and two hundred for the county magistrate to commend their good governance; those who reported it first were promoted in order. The emperor approved it. In the second year of Yonghui in the Tang Dynasty, a large cauldron was discovered in the Zhi River in Luozhou and then sent to the capital. Ah, this emperor, if he does not govern the country well, the people will suffer, and strange occurrences like this will happen! What does this indicate? It shows that if the emperor neglects the people's suffering and well-being, strange phenomena will arise to warn him, just like this sudden appearance of a large cauldron, which serves as a warning from heaven to the emperor! "If the king does not enjoy the taste, the divine cauldron will appear." This means that if the emperor neglects the people's suffering and well-being, strange phenomena will arise to warn him. Thus, the appearance of this large cauldron is not a good omen, but rather a warning! This illustrates the emperor's heavy responsibilities; he must always pay attention to the people's welfare and strive for their well-being to ensure national prosperity and social stability. If the emperor only seeks personal pleasure and neglects state affairs, it can lead to disaster!
