Research on the History of Tibetan People in the Ming Dynasty

Author: Yi Weixian
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Publish Date: 2000-07-01
Features: Due to the division of power, numerous sects, and frequent political changes in the Tibetan regions during the Ming Dynasty, historical records were scattered, posing significant challenges for researchers. In popular perception, the Tibetan society of this period seemed to have regressed greatly compared to the "dark and desolate" Yuan Dynasty, and its relationship with the central Ming Dynasty appeared distant. The overall historical development seemed to lack clear direction. However, this is not entirely accurate. The Ming Dynasty was not only a critical period in the historical development of Tibetan society, but also a time of significant progress in politics, economy, and culture. It was a mature period of comprehensive, in-depth, and harmonious development in the relationship between Tibet and other ethnic groups within the country. It was also a period of further deepening and stable development in Tibet's relationship with the central government. Therefore, studying Tibetan history during the Ming Dynasty is a key topic in understanding the entire history of Tibet, with great significance. The author's work, A Study of Tibetan History in the Ming Dynasty, explores some of the major issues in Tibetan history during this period.