The Research of Gao Gong-Minister in middle period of Ming Dynasty

• Main Authors: Chih-min Hsu, 徐智敏
• Other Authors: Cheng-Han Wu
• Format: Others
• Language: zh-TW
• Published: 2012
• Online Access: http://ndltd.ncl.edu.tw/handle/15668678696733318329

碩士 === 國立中央大學 === 歷史研究所碩士在職專班 === 100 === This research is based on Gao Gong (1512-1578) as the theme of study,which is concerning to investigate Gao’s political performance in the middle period of Ming Dynasty. According to the behavior of Gao Gong, we can analyse the changes of interpersonal relationships and power while Gao Gong taking charge of the premier. Base on the history of Gao Gong participating in the national major issue and political trouble, we can understand the political operation and influence of Gao Gong in the middle period of Ming Dynasty. With full confidence from the emperor Mouzong, Gao Gong began to exclude dissidents. In the internal strives among powerful ministers. However, as prime minister, Gao Gong was more and more arrogant and was caught in political struggles. He was gradually edged out by ministers. Despite depending on Gao Gong’s suggestions and planning and adopting his opinions. However, Gao Gong still had some political performances that were realized in three aspects: governance and finance, education and identifying outstanding talents, military affairs and national policy, that had added the fuel to the Long-qing political situation. Because of his successive decision,the political situation in the Ming Dynasty got steadily. So Yang Tinghe was a very important person indeed who influenced the development in middle and later periods of Ming Dynasty. Gao Gong improved the standing of the premier. Besides the political environment, his own ability and speciality improved the power of cabinet than ever. So, common people should offer an rational evaluation of Yang Tinghe in history, instead of examing in a critical way. Keywords: Gao Gong, prime minister, Long-qing.