Aspiring to the Ten Kingdoms

Chapter 554

After Luo Youdu ascended the throne, the first thing he did was to promote Huaxia Numerals in order to develop mathematical theory.

The core theory of this science is mathematics.

Logical thinking derived from mathematics is the only way for scientific development.

The shortcoming of Chinese culture is the lack of logical theoretical knowledge, which makes it difficult to pass it on effectively.

The most obvious example is Zu Chongzhi's "Zhushu".

Who is Zu Chongzhi?

The signature figure in the Chinese mathematics circle, "Zu Sui", is a pioneering work in the history of world mathematics.

However, his "Zhushu" was criticized by Wang Xiaotong, who is also a master of mathematics, as completely wrong and incomprehensible.

"Zhushu" was lost in later generations, but according to the analysis of some fragments later generations, Zu Chongzhi said that "Zhushu" already involved the solution of positive roots of cubic equations.

Therefore, Luo Youdu felt that the evaluation of "Zishu" in "Sui Shu" was very pertinent, "Scholar officials can't study its profoundness, so they ignore it."

It's not that Zu Chongzhi's "Zhushu" is completely wrong, but that the theory is so profound and the calculations are so precise that even scholars who are good at it can't easily understand its content.

After all, in China, where Arabic numerals are not prevalent, all mathematical measurements are all described in words.

To put it bluntly, Zu Chongzhi's grandfather, Zu Chang, served as the chief craftsman of the Liu Song Dynasty, and was an official in charge of civil engineering in the court. His father, Zu Shuozhi, was invited by the court and was knowledgeable.

Born in such a family background, Zu Chongzhi received a good family education since he was a child, and he was influenced by his ears and eyes. Coupled with his diligence and love of magic, he was also sent by Emperor Xiaowu of Song Dynasty in the Southern Dynasty to serve as the Chief Mingguan.

Zongming Temple is similar to the ancient Chinese Academy of Sciences, where Zu Chongzhi came into contact with a large number of national collections, including books on astronomy, calendar, and arithmetic.

With this prerequisite, Zu Chongzhi himself has accumulated a huge reserve of knowledge and experience in arithmetic.

The book "Zishu" is a collection of the knowledge and experience of two generations of Zu Chongzhi and Zu Dizhi's father and son.

In other words, if the knowledge reserves are not at a certain level, and the experience is not at a certain level, what can be used to understand "Zhushu"?
How many people have Zu Chongzhi's learning environment and talent for arithmetic?
This is the inevitable situation derived from the lack of basic theory.

If there are rich basic theories, future generations will learn mathematics with twice the result with half the effort. Compared with the predecessors who crossed the river by feeling the stones, they will travel a lot less.

Then it will not be impossible to understand the knowledge left by the predecessors because of insufficient knowledge reserves.

When Luo Youdu succeeded to the throne, he asked Chu Yan, a doctor of arithmetic, to compile "Ten Books of Suanjing" using Chinese numerals, and asked him to summarize the theoretical knowledge of arithmetic. Effect.

But after all, because of the slow start, the effect is not significant.

Luo Youdu thought of the Western "Elements of Geometry" for some reason.

This thing has a certain degree of controversy in later generations, and Luo Youdu does not know whether it is true or not, but if it really exists, it will undoubtedly be the benchmark of the mathematical logic system. The introduction of the Central Plains will be of great benefit to the Central Plains' mathematical logic foundation.

Luo Youdu doesn't care about the East and the West, as long as he can use it well, what he learns is his own.

It's just that he sent people to ask many Western businessmen who didn't know "Elements of Geometry", maybe it was a translation problem, or some other reason, but there was no progress.

Manichaeism originated in Persia, and the two enemies of Persia and Greece have been fighting in the West for hundreds of years. It is impossible for this blond and blue-eyed treasure tree king to know "Elements of Geometry".

Li Congde kept Hulasd under strict supervision, fearing that he would talk nonsense.

But in Bianjing, Central Plains, Li Congde has no independent power.

As the treasure tree king of Manichaeism, Hulasd naturally abides by the doctrine: fasting every day.

And Li Congde, as the prince of Khotan, cannot do without entertainment.

It was just a banquet from the Ministry of Rites, and the two had to separate.

"Grandmaster!"

Song Qi saluted slightly.

Hu Rasta called out bluntly: "Mr. Song."

The upper class in Khotan retained the tradition of learning Chinese and using Chinese characters, but this was not the case with Manichaeism in the West.

Hulasde's Chinese is very blunt, and he learned it specially after he learned that he was going to the Central Plains.

As the treasure tree king of Manichaeism, Hulasd was originally a well-known scholar in the West, with extraordinary talent, able to communicate normally.

Song Qi didn't exchange pleasantries, but said straight to the point: "Your Majesty expresses deep sympathy for the situation of Manichaeism. As the Lord of the world, His Majesty has always been tolerant of all rivers and rivers. Build temples in the country and promote teachings.”

When Hurast heard this, his face was filled with excitement, and he shouted, "Your Majesty the great and wise emperor, the great father will protect him."

Seeing this, Song Qi instantly understood Hulusde's attitude, and continued: "Your Majesty does not reject Manichaeism, but it does not mean that you will be able to promote the teachings in my Central Plains. Your Majesty does not care about details, but we, as courtiers, cannot Not for His Majesty's consideration. The affairs of the West are unclear. No one can say what the Manichaeism is like and whether it will threaten the imperial court. Why should the imperial court take such a risk?"

Hu Rasde heard the implication, and said: "Prince Khotan did not explain the truth about the western affairs. Prince Khotan did not lie about the general situation of the Kara Khanate, but only covered up his motives. At the beginning, the new king of Kara Khan surrounded our temple, and there was a fierce battle. I, the leader of the Manichaeism, one saint, five mushes, and twelve Sabosai all died in it. We waited at the leader's Under the protection, he fled to Khotan from the secret road."

"After the new king of Karahan learned about it, he sent someone to the king of Khotan to beg for us, and there was a conflict between words. The envoy of the new king of Karahan left behind harsh words. In fact, the new king of Karahan had no time to attack Khotan, they have to deal with their own internal problems. It is the king of Khotan who has been instigating all believers in Karakhan to take advantage of the opportunity to send troops."

Sure enough.

Although there are some deviations in the details, in general they did not jump out of their analysis.

Song Qi's expression that she was not surprised, but that everything was under control made Hu Rasde's heart awe-inspiring, and she didn't dare to have other thoughts.

Just as Song Qi understood, Hu Rasde deliberately said it for a year, leaving a little bit of flaws.

Hu Rasid and Li Shengtian, the King of Khotan, are not of one mind.

Li Shengtian's purpose is very clear, which is to use the influence of Manichaeism to subvert the Kara Khanate so that he can take advantage of the fisherman.

The purpose and purpose of Hulasd is to continue to promote Manichaeism.

Li Shengtian is a Buddhist believer, and the Khotan Kingdom regards Buddhism as the state religion.

Manichaeism and Hinduism are only a small part.

Xizhou Uighurs originally believed in Manichaeism, but since they moved to Gaochang, they have assimilated into Gaochang's strong Buddhist atmosphere, and it is also mainly Buddhism.

Manichaeism was oppressed by the Falun Dafa in the West, and it was also beaten to pieces by Buddhism in the Western Regions. It is really miserable.

The situation in the Central Plains is different. It is true that Taoism is the main religion in the Central Plains, but compared with the hostility among Western believers, the Eastern sects are much more harmonious.

Especially believers in the East, when they see Bodhisattvas worshiping Bodhisattvas and see Laojun kneeling to Laojun, they don't feel any disobedience at all.

In addition, there is a large population here, and the preaching of teachings here is far better than Khotan and Xizhou.

With the same interests, Hu Rasde did not feel guilty about selling Li Shengtian and Li Congde.

Song Qi pondered for a while, and said: "Master, can you tell me about the situation in the West in detail, especially the strength, economy and culture of the Kara Khanate, as well as the relationship between Western countries and the Kara Khanate."

Hulasd already regarded himself as an oriental, and told all the news he knew very cooperatively.

He also specifically introduced the structure of Manichaeism.

Manichaeism is headed by the leader and believes in the great father, that is, Mingzun. Under the leader are three saints, twelve Mushe, 72 Sabose, 360 Mo Xixid, and then Aluoxu and Nushayan .

The translation is twelve treasure tree kings, 72 Dharma holders, 360 Dharma hall masters, and finally monks, nuns and believers.

The treasure tree kings are all scholars with great wisdom. In the West, Hulasd is also a figure who knows astronomy and geography, and explains the situation in the West in detail.

Many places cannot be translated in Chinese and just speak Persian.

Song Qi brought a translator and could understand what was being said.

After some in-depth conversations, Song Qi learned a lot of novel knowledge.

Song Qi spent one night sorting out the news she found, and reported the situation to Luo Youdu the next day.

Luo Youdu looked at the incredulous Song Qi, and said, "How about it, do you feel that you have learned a lot?"

Song Qi made a bow and said: "This time, I have opened my eyes. The world is so big that there are no surprises."

What Luo Youdu wanted was this kind of effect. He not only wanted to cultivate the national pride of officials, but also wanted to open up some foresight to his courtiers.

It is true that China is one of the best in the world, but there are still some civilizations in the corners of this earth that are worthy of attention and study.

Luo Youdu let Song Qi take a seat.

Song Qi first explained Li Shengtian's intentions in detail.

Luo Youdu curled his lips in disdain, playing a clown, but unwilling to be lonely.Packed up sooner or later...

Song Qi continued: "Your Majesty, the situation in Khotan is under our control. I learned about the strength of the Kara Khanate yesterday. The Kara Khanate is dominated by Turks, Uighurs, and Geluolu people. The strength in the Western Regions is not inferior to that of Khotan, or even surpassed. It is just that the Kara Khanate had a bad relationship with a country called Saman in the West, and it suppressed some soldiers and horses. And because of the liquidation of the heretics, Buddhism, Moroccan The believers of the Buddhist religion rebelled against the civil strife. Because of this situation, Li Shengtian was moved."

Luo Youdu asked, "What religion does the Saman Kingdom believe in?"

Song Qi sighed in admiration: "Your Majesty is wise, and you can see the key point at a glance. Like the Kara Khanate, the Saman Kingdom also believes in the Great Food Law. I think Li Shengtian is restless, so let him do it. I don't think so. Khotan has the strength to annex the Kara Khanate, and the same Kara Khanate does not have the strength to destroy Khotan now. As long as the Xizhou Uyghurs do not participate in the war and the trade routes are not cut off, it will not harm us. As for the Guiyi Army Cao’s family , just to take a look at their choices."

This remark is exactly what Luo Youdu meant. He intends to resolve the issue of the Guiyi Army peacefully, but the Cao family can't tell who is the master, so you don't have to be polite, and nodded: "I also want to take this opportunity to see where the Cao family is going. place."

As he spoke, he asked about the "Elements of Geometry" again.

Song Qi said: "Hurasde has never heard of "Elements of Geometry". He said that many translations of ancient Greek books are wrong and have different names. He is willing to collect Western books for His Majesty and dedicate them to His Majesty."

Luo Youdu was a little disappointed, but said sharply: "Okay, tell him, as long as there are books about knowledge and culture, he can bring them to the Central Plains. The more the better, I will credit him with credit."

China is the center of the world in this era, there is no doubt about it.

However, individual Western cultures still have merits.

Luo Youdu didn't mind absorbing the essence. Even if there was nothing to learn from, he could still learn something about the West, which would be beneficial for future expeditions or when their ships sailed to the Mediterranean.

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Bianjing Imperial Street.

The flow of people is surging, and pedestrians are all over the long street.

Li Congde and Hulasde were walking on the street.

Li Congde's face was a bit gloomy. He always felt that Hulasd was gradually out of his control, but he couldn't refuse the banquet from the Ministry of Rites, so he could only say again: "Mu She, don't look at the saintess of your religion and other Mu She It's all in the hands of my father."

Hulasd said respectfully: "Your Highness, don't worry, Hulasd will always remember the great kindness of the king."

As he was talking, he suddenly saw a bookstall on the street. Thinking that he would be stationed in the Central Plains soon, he had to learn more about the culture here. He came to the bookstall and asked, "Excuse me, what kind of books are the most popular?"

The waiter who bought the book saw that the person who was asking questions was a blond Persian, and his speech was still very stiff, so he pointed to the books on the right and said, "These are about the imperial examinations, which are very profound, and you may not be able to understand them." .might as well buy these simple…”

Hu Rasde was not angry either, he picked up a book and read it, it was the "Three Character Classic".

The earliest "San Zi Jing" was compiled by Wang Yinglin, an outstanding scholar in the Southern Song Dynasty. Luo Youdu attached great importance to enlightenment teaching and ordered Guozijian to compile a book for children's enlightenment.

This book is not difficult for a true great Confucianist, it was successfully compiled in a few months, and it was promoted in the world early.

Hu Rasde could read a lot of characters. The characters in the "Three Character Classic" are simple, but compared with the elegant things of the ancients, those who don't know the inside story will be blinded.

Hulasd accepted the book, and then picked up another copy of "Spelling Numbers". Looking at the scattered Chinese numbers in it, his eyes lit up. He knew 1, 2, and 3 among them, which he read in Tianzhu's book. Seen.

Only 123, I can't help but think to myself, could it be that it was passed down from the Celestial Dynasty?
Holding the book, he asked the waiter who bought the book: "How do you read this?" He pointed to the "+, =" symbols and asked: "What is this?"

The waiter who bought the books saw that he didn’t have much business, and the barbarians like Hulasd were the most wealthy, so he patiently explained: “1 plus 1 equals 2, this is a plus sign, and this is an equal sign.”

With a shocked, excited and terrified expression on his face, Hulasd pointed to numbers one to nine on the book, and then Zero said, "What about these?"

Seeing his miraculousness, Xiaoer who bought the book felt a sense of pride in his heart. He scolded "old hat" in his heart, but with a smile on his face, he read "one, two, three, four" over and over again...

Then he pointed to 0 and said, "This is called zero, and zero means nothing. The combination of 1 and 0 is called "pound."

The little boy who bought the book spoke the simplest common sense, but it was like a bolt from the blue in Hulasd's heart. He was so excited that he even cried: "Great Mingzun, this is heaven."

　Today is also two in one!
　　
　
(End of this chapter)