Ji was born in the seventh year of Hongwu and died in the seventh year of Chenghua. He lived for 98 years after Hongwu, Wen Jian, Yongle, Hongxi, Xuande, Orthodox, Jingtai, Tianshun and Chenghua, which is a miracle in the history of Ming Dynasty and even China.
Wei Ji, a native of Xiaoshan, Zhejiang Province, was eager to learn from an early age. Yongle won a bachelor's degree in Hanlin in three years, took part in the imperial examination the following year, won the vice list of Jinshi, was appointed as a deacon in Songjiang, and entered the official career from then on. Since then, Wei Ji has been the editor-in-chief of Yongle Dadian, with Dr. Taichang as the official department minister, Shao Qing of Nanjing Taichang Temple as the official department left assistant minister, Li Department left assistant minister, Nanjing official department left assistant minister and Nanjing official department minister. In the first year of Jingtai, Wei Ji retired at 77.
Looking at this official resume, Wei Wei is somewhat inconspicuous and has no outstanding deeds; However, after retirement, Wei Ji made great achievements. Probably inspired by Cao Cao, during the long trip to Xiu Yuan, Wei Ji was not idle when he returned to his hometown after more than 20 years. Home, worrying about the country and the people, is wise in old age. There are many floods in Xiaoshan, and there are ruins of Shiyang Lake levee in Song Dynasty. Ji advocated building a mountain pool, keeping the river and prospering the lake, and benefiting the people. By advocating the construction of water conservancy, he realized the benefit of one party and won the reputation of villagers relying on water conservancy.
In the first month of the seventh year of Chenghua, Wei Ji's deeds of serving the country, loving the people and wasting heat finally reached the ears of Ming Xianzong. Zong was obviously shocked, so he quickly sent someone to express his condolences and said that he would give the sheep wine and rice for a month. He wanted to comfort Wei Ji and convey the warmth of the court. However, before the messenger arrived in Xiaoshan, Wei Ji died of old age at the age of 98. After the emissary returned, Ming Xianzong admired veteran Wei Ji, endowed him with beautiful scenery, and promised Xiaoshan to build a shrine for Wei Ji.
According to biographical records from 0755 to 79000, Wei Ji was the longest-lived minister in the Ming Dynasty. Thirty-three years old, served as an official for forty-five years, entered the Nanjing official department and retired for twenty-one years. He moved the court and won the affirmation and praise of the emperor. Life in Wei Ji is perfect. But, one thing. Why can Wei Ji live so long in an ancient society that is rare for 70 years? What did he do to live to be 98? Is there any unknown secret? Let the author show you Wei Ji's longevity through several examples.
First of all, be compassionate and caring. When Wei Ji first entered the official career, he lived in Songjiang to discipline and assist the education of county magistrates. At most, he is a seven-level teacher with a low salary. Even in this case, Wei Ji still wants to release his love. During this period, Wei Ji provided poor students with tea and porridge at his own expense, helping others selflessly, benefiting others and making himself happy. In addition, after returning to China, Wei Ji advocated building water conservancy projects to help people solve the problem of drinking water irrigation, which is also a great love.
Second, easy-going and generous. During the orthodox period, eunuch Wang Zhen seized power and bullied officials, and all officials were at odds with Wang Zhen. Wei Ji is not as real as a rainbow, but considering that Ming Yingzong is also Wang Zhen's teacher and friend, let him go. If he opposes Wang Zhen, he will challenge Ming Yingzong, which is undoubtedly asking for trouble, so he makes an exception to Wang Zhen. Wang Zhen also has great respect for Wei Ji. Instead of persecuting him, Wang Zhen severely attacked him and called him Mr. Hu. Even Wang Zhen, let alone other countries, can tolerate it. My heart is not so angry and argumentative, so I am naturally quiet and peaceful.
Third, Tang doesn't love power, so he retired quickly. Wei Ji started his career at the age of 33, and maintained his orthodox position for eight years. At the age of 70, despite his strong body, he was still on the rise politically.
Fourth, eat a simple diet and live a quiet life. After committing a crime in his hometown, Wei Ji immediately adjusted his mentality and returned to rural life calmly. He wears clothes and is not engaged in production. He didn't. Don't rely on his influence to make money and rob money. He keeps a low profile and never wavers. He often walks in the fields of Dai Li, dressed as an old farmer, so diligent that many officials don't know him. Returning to his hometown, reuniting with his family, breathing the breath of the countryside, living the life of the people, living in peace without luxury, is also an important factor for his longevity.
In the Ming Dynasty, several words were used to describe Wei Ji's character. One is to be cautious in being an official, and the other is to be honest and cautious after returning home; Third, at home, although you are more polite. In officialdom, don't worry about trivial matters, always grasp the strategy and framework. Unlike Zhuge Liang, his body and mind naturally relax; In my hometown, putting down my official position, calming my mind, communicating with the villagers without losing my dignity, generosity, respect and self-discipline is the way to keep fit; At home, listen to my brother's teaching. The older you get, the more respectful you are. There is no bad temper. People who have no disease will live longer.