Should Li Shimin be Crowned Ruler?
Written By: MD Time traveler
After Emperor Li Yuan retired, his son Li Shimin is next in line for the throne, but should he be the new king? Recent sources say, "Li Shimin killed his two brothers to gain the position of emperor"(Zhou). This is a very cruel and selfish thing to do. Do we really want a ruler that killed two of his siblings just to be the new emperor? He basically went against the law and committed murder. A strong empire like ours should not have a leader that we have to question whether he is a good or cruel person. An emperor should be trustful and reliable without having to kill anybody to gain power. This power should only be granted to them if they earned it and if people believe he can fulfill the role of being a strong, helpful leader. Li Shimin is just a weak and selfish want to be emperor.
Another story that is spreading is, " He promoted Buddhism in the Tang Empire... also promoted Nestorian Christianity" (Zhou). Li Shimin encourages two different religions. Usually the tradition is to only follow one religion. This man cannot make up his mind if he likes both religions that are completely different from each other. Our new leader should make good decisions quickly, especially if it involves life or death situations like having a war or conquering another empire. It seems like Li Shimin would not care what other people believe in. What will happen if there is a dispute between beliefs? Then what side is he on, the Buddhism or Nestorian Christianity religion. A good leader should follow one law, one religion, and one system of government. Li Shimin should not be the Tang Dynasty's new emperor because he is very selfish, not trusted, and cannot make up his mind.
Another story that is spreading is, " He promoted Buddhism in the Tang Empire... also promoted Nestorian Christianity" (Zhou). Li Shimin encourages two different religions. Usually the tradition is to only follow one religion. This man cannot make up his mind if he likes both religions that are completely different from each other. Our new leader should make good decisions quickly, especially if it involves life or death situations like having a war or conquering another empire. It seems like Li Shimin would not care what other people believe in. What will happen if there is a dispute between beliefs? Then what side is he on, the Buddhism or Nestorian Christianity religion. A good leader should follow one law, one religion, and one system of government. Li Shimin should not be the Tang Dynasty's new emperor because he is very selfish, not trusted, and cannot make up his mind.
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