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Xu Jie

Type Figure Region China Time 1503–1583 Also known as Zisheng、Huating

Xu Jie (1503–1583), courtesy name Zisheng, sobriquet Huating, from Huating in Shanghai, was a prominent minister of the mid-to-late Ming dynasty.…

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  1. 1503–1540Huating · HuatingJinshi in the second year of Jiajing, entering the Hanlin Academy, serving through posts including Minister of Rites, known for caution and steadiness, preparing for entry into the Grand Secretariat.
  2. 1541–1550Beijing · BeijingEntered the Grand Secretariat in 1542, serving as Grand Secretary alongside Yan Song, outwardly modest while secretly building strength, protecting anti-pirate officials like Hu Zongxian, preserving his forces under Yan Song's dominance.
  3. 1551–1583Beijing · BeijingAfter toppling Yan Song in 1562, became Grand Secretary-in-Chief; during the Longqing reign implemented the performance evaluation system and reclaimed manorial lands, recommended Zhang Juzheng, continued directing early Wanli governance, later retiring home.

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