A Different View of Chinese History - The Kangxi and Qianlong Reigns

Author: Li Zhiting
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: In a Chinese society ruled by a culturally backward ethnic minority, it was actually able to reach another peak of feudal society in the 18th century, surpassing its predecessors, and standing majestically in the East, with Chinese traditional culture shining brilliantly. This cannot be anything but a "great miracle." The Kangxi and Qianlong reigns, in essence, were an enduring cultural creation. Tracing its origins, the concept had already begun in the period of Hong Taiji before the Manchus entered the capital, paving the way for future large-scale construction. After entering the capital, the Confucian political and ideological line was fully implemented from the reign of Shunzhi, especially from the reign of Kangxi, permeating Confucian values into all aspects of social life. Not only was a feudal dynasty rebuilt, but through the sustained efforts of three generations, the dynasty was ultimately pushed to the pinnacle of traditional culture.