Taking a concubine is not an unforgivable sin in this era. Many people may think that monogamy is natural, but in fact, in ancient times, men were the main labor force, and there were more wars on the battlefield, which led to an imbalance in the ratio of men to women. It was easy to have a situation where there were more women than men.
Taking concubines was actually a way of achieving balance and for the purpose of reproduction. Of course, it was also a manifestation of the privileges of the powerful.
The practice of taking concubines can be changed, but missionaries cannot change it, and it cannot be changed through this method.
The key is to elevate the status of women and liberate people's minds. Believing in Catholicism is a joke.
After hearing what Zhu Youxiao said and looking at the smile on his face, Guo Jingju felt a chill in his heart.
He understood why the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty wanted to meet with them.
This is a sign of dissatisfaction with these people.
Guo Jingju knew the power of this emperor. A single word from the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty could decide the lives of countless people.
Facing such supreme power, Guo Jingju knew that his people were powerless to resist. The religious incident back then hadn't been of such concern to the emperor, and everyone knew the outcome.
Guo Jingju took a step forward and said, "I wonder what Your Majesty thinks?"
"You come to the Ming Dynasty to preach, and the Ming Dynasty will accept you. But there is one thing I hope you should understand, that is, the country I govern, all religious sects must abide by the laws of the Ming Dynasty, and must abide by the public order and good customs of the Ming Dynasty. If you can do this, then there will naturally be no problem."
Zhu Youxiao still wanted to use these missionaries, but he couldn't let them know that he was going to do something secretly. On the surface, he still had to appease these missionaries and put their thoughts in a cage.
"Don't you think Wang Zheng went too far? And don't you think your teachings are inappropriate for preaching in the Ming Dynasty? Shouldn't you come up with a set of teachings more suitable for the Ming Dynasty? Wouldn't it be better to create a new sect? It seems like you have many sects yourself, right?"
When Zhu Youxiao said this, he stared at Guo Jingju and the other person with cold eyes. If the two of them disagreed, then the matter would be uncertain.
In fact, for Zhu Youxiao, this matter was not negotiable.
Wei Zhongxian, who was standing nearby, was agitated. Although his expression was relaxed, he was eager to disagree on behalf of the two men.
Hurry up and refute it! Hurry up and make a fuss!
Wei Zhongxian was disappointed.
Guo Jingju and the other person looked at each other thoughtfully.
The missionary work was so difficult. They had come thousands of miles to this country, but the result was far from what they had imagined.
The country's acceptance of them was so low that it seemed impossible to spread the gospel here without making changes. Even Matteo Ricci didn't do so many things.
Guo Jingju thought for a moment and said, "Yes, Your Majesty. You are wise and sagacious, and what you said makes perfect sense. We think we should do the same."
After hearing this, Zhu Youxiao's expression relaxed.
You guys are smart.
"But you two are still a little alone." Zhu Youxiao looked at Guo Jingju and the other man and said, "We should gather all of you to the capital to join us in this great event. I will build a large church for you in the capital, and also a large library for you. I will store all the books you bring there and translate them all so that we can have friendly exchanges. What do you think?"
After hearing this, Guo Jingju and the other person looked at each other and saw the joy in each other's eyes.
This is good news for them.
They hurriedly said, "Thank you, His Majesty, the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty! Your wisdom and sagacity will shine through the ages!"
Guo Jingju and the other man had learned the Ming dialect very well, but they still needed to practice how to flatter others.
Zhu Youxiao nodded and said to Wei Chao beside him, "Send an order to all local government offices. Wherever there are foreigners, a census of the population must be conducted and registered. All foreigners must be sent to the capital. After receiving the order, they must not delay or ignore it. The books and various equipment that these foreigners have brought in, if any, must also be sent to the capital. Have the Jinyiwei cooperate with this matter."
"Yes, Your Majesty. I will give the order right away and ask them to do it." Wei Chao nodded quickly.
Zhu Youxiao nodded with satisfaction and said, "That's great. Prepare a banquet. I want to entertain the two pastors."
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