Ji Yun (July 26, 1724 - 1805), known as Xiaolan, and Chunfan, was known as Shi Yun in the evening, and was known as Guan Yi Taoist. He was a writer of the Qing Dynasty.

He started reading at the age of 4 and enjoys the reputation of a child prodigy. At the age of 24, he won the Shuntian Rural Examination and passed the Jinshi in his 30s. From then on, he has been singing triumphantly all the way, from the chief examiner of the rural examination to the attendant and the bachelor's degree. In middle age, his in-law Lu Jian had committed a corruption case. He secretly leaked the news to his grandson Lu Yinen and was exiled to Urumqi. A few years later, he was pardoned by writing hymns and returned to Beijing to return to Hanlin. He was transferred to the chief editor to major in "Siku Quanshu" and ruled on "Summary of the General Catalogue of the Siku." Later, he flourished all the way, becoming a minister of the Ministry of Rites and co-assisting the Grand Scholar. After his death, he was added Prince Shao Bao. Jiaqing also wrote an imperial inscription on him.

Ji Yun personally wrote the "Summary of the General Catalog of Siku Quanshu", which consists of 200 volumes. Each book summarizes the general principles, lists the gains and losses, evaluates and examines them carefully, discusses the main purpose of each book and the origin of the work, examines the gains and losses, and distinguishes the text. It is a masterpiece that represents the achievements of bibliography in the Qing Dynasty. He was also ordered to strive for excellence on the basis of the "Summary of the General Catalog of Siku Quanshu" and compiled 20 volumes of the "Concise Catalog of Siku Quanshu". It is a gateway to the "Siku Quanshu" and an important tool for studying literature and history. Ji Xiaolan's life's energy is fully noted here, so there are few other works.

In the Sikuguan, as the chief editor, he "always achieves success through what he does." When the book was completed, he had to submit a memorial to it, but no one else could write it well, so he wrote it with a stroke. As soon as Qianlong saw it, he said,"This memorial must be made! "He also personally ruled the" Summary of the General Catalog of Siku Quanshu ", the largest work in the history of bibliography in China, and praised it by scholars: ""Summary of Siku Quanshu and Concise Catalog" are both published in public hands, and are large subsets of classics and history, as well as medical divination lyrics and lyrics. Their comments are profound and profound, their words are clear and correct, and their knowledge is above Wang Zhongbao and Ruan Xiaoxu. They can be said to be proficient in Confucianism. "The Manuscript of the History of the Qing Dynasty" also said that he "wrote a summary of the entire book of the four libraries, advanced and retreated from hundreds of schools, and extracted deeply, each got its key points, always organized, and became a grand view."

While editor-in-chief of "Siku Quan Shu", Ji Xiaolan was promoted from a bachelor's degree to a bachelor's degree in the cabinet, and was once appointed as a assistant minister of the Ministry of War. She changed her position and still served as a cabinet official, which was very favored by the emperor. Then he was promoted to Zuo Du Censor. When "Siku Quanshu" was completed, he was moved to the Minister of Rites and served as a lecturer in the scriptures. Emperor Qianlong was particularly generous and gave him horse riding in the Forbidden City. The eighth year of Jiaqing (1803) was Ji Xiaolan's 80th birthday. The emperor sent someone to congratulate him and gave him precious things. Soon after, he was appointed as a co-organizer of the Grand Scholar, added the title of Prince Junior Protector, and concurrently served as a supervisor of the Imperial College.

Politically, Ji Xiaolan is also very insightful, but unfortunately she is hidden by her literary name. He believed that "the way to educate the people is easier to do because of its situation, and difficult to do when it is ignored." Advocate "depending on the situation" and seek benefits and avoid disadvantages. That is to say, according to actual conditions, we should take advantage of the situation.

Ji Xiaolan hated the pedantic and hypocritical nature of Daoists. She was sarcastic, but when she had the opportunity, she could be triggered and her words were quite sharp. In a story in "Notes on Reading Wei Cottage", he even used the mouth of the King of Hades to shout to society: "Since the Song Dynasty, this person is the only one who has been stubborn and ignored the interests of the situation! When he was eighty years old, he also stepped forward and challenged Cheng and Zhu Neo-Confucianism on the issue of the category of martyrs. Relevant officials stipulate that women who are killed for resisting their integrity are martyrs and will be honored; however, those who are "bound and stained, and unyielding to be killed" will not be regarded as martyrs and no one will be honored. Ji disagreed with this, thinking that it was purely a Taoist's opinion. He openly and solemnly stated: "The ambition of defending the sword and donating our lives is no different from that of those who resist and are killed. For example, loyal martyrs swear not to obey thieves. Although they are tied and kneeling down, can they be said to kneel down in the court of thieves? After his generous speech, the emperor "issued an edict to the officials to make a slight distinction and give them a tribute." Ji Xiaolan was undoubtedly victorious. Although this was a debate within the feudal ruling class, it still had positive significance at that time on how to treat women as a social issue.

Historically, it is rumored that Ji Xiaolan and He Shen have many grudges. In fact, the relationship between Ji Xiaolan and He Shen is like a friendship that has forgotten the age. Young Heshen is extroverted and aggressive in life. The old Ji Xiaolan, who is gradually introverted and smooth in life, will always remind He Shen in good faith. The two had both quarrels caused by different political views and tacit cooperation. At work, it is more about He Shen's care for Ji Xiaolan; in terms of interpersonal relationships, it is more about Ji Xiaolan's help to He Shen.

The gossip about Ji Yun spread widely in the Qing Dynasty. One midsummer, Ji Xiaolan and several colleagues were reviewing manuscripts in the library. Ji Xiaolan was obese and couldn't withstand the heat, so she took off her coat, left her upper body bare, and wrapped her braid over her head. Unfortunately, at this time, Emperor Qianlong slowly walked into the museum. When Ji Xiaolan realized it, it was too late to put on clothes, so he quickly shrank his neck and crawled under the desk. In fact, Qianlong had already seen Ji Xiaolan's actions, but he pretended not to know and deliberately chatted with other officials in the museum, without any intention of leaving. Ji Xiaolan was sweating profusely under the table. She couldn't stand it any longer, so she poked her head out and asked,"Has the old man left yet?" As soon as he finished speaking, he looked up and saw Emperor Qianlong sitting in front of him. Many people found it funny, but Qianlong did not find it funny.

Qianlong angrily said: "Ji Xiaolan, you are so rude. Why call me old man? If you explain it properly, I will let you go. "All officials were worried about Ji Xiaolan.

Ji Xiaolan is truly worthy of being iron-toothed and bronze toothed. He replied calmly: "The emperor will live forever. Isn't he called 'old'? You are supreme, don't you call yourself 'head'? Heaven and earth are the emperor's parents, aren't they 'sons'? Isn't it an 'old man'? When Qianlong heard this, his anger immediately turned into joy. Not only did he not blame him, he even rewarded him.

In terms of learning, Ji Yun holds a relatively open and understanding attitude. At that time, the dispute between Sinology and Song Studies was fierce, but he didn't agree much and insisted that scholars should not have sectarian opinions and tried to reconcile them.

Ji Yun's entire career has been mainly an examiner and revising books. In addition to Sikuquanshu, he also compiled and compiled the "Rehe Chronicles","Official Records of the Past Dynasties","Heyuan Chronicles", and "Eight Banner Tongzhi", and participated in presiding over the strategies, meetings, and three links. Apart from the "Siku Summary" and "Concise Catalog", which he ruled with the help of all famous scholars, he has no other academic works. He only has one "Notes on Reading Wei Cottage", which also writes about ghosts, people, and is also lyrical. It is also strange and beautiful.

Ji Xiaolan is talented and talented. She has a reputation for reading through her eyes since she was a child. However, her profound knowledge is mainly the result of her tireless study. In "Notes on Reading Micro Cottage", Ji Yun reveals a high degree of mastery of the world, which comes from the pressure in his life. No life is a real comedy. Behind the comedy, there are often some bitterness and hardships hidden. Not to mention middle-aged exile, Ji Yun was never really respected in front of Qianlong, who turned against him like turning a book. Qianlong once scolded him,"I thought your writing was excellent, so I sent you to take the Siku Book. It was just because you advocated it. How dare you discuss state affairs recklessly! At that time, Ji Yun was already a co-author of the Grand Scholar and was still regarded as a champion.

Ji Xiaolan's lifelong talent and academic achievements are outstanding and colorful. He once wrote a word to himself, two of which were: "Floating and sinking in the official sea like a gull, and the books of life and death are crowded with eternal springs" are a true portrayal of his life. Ji Xiaolan was not only recognized as a literary leader, academic leader, and literary master in the Qing Dynasty, but also a rare cultural giant in the cultural history of China and the world.

Portrait of Ji Xiaolan

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