Wei Ji, a miraculous figure in Ming Dynasty, experienced nine dynasties: Hongwu, Wen Jian, Yongle, Hongxi, Xuande, Orthodox, Jingtai, Tianshun and Chenghua. He became an official and lived to be 98 years old, which is definitely a miracle in the history of China.

Wei Ji is from Zhejiang. Wei Ji likes studying very much since he was a child. Yongle was a scholar for four years and served as an instructor in Songjiang, Zhejiang. Wei Ji began his career from then on.

Wei Ji also made great contributions in the process of editing Yongle Dadian. He is responsible for editing Yongle Dadian. Later, he successively served as Dr. Taichang, Yuan Wailang, Nanjing Taichang Temple, Assistant Minister of Zuoli Department, Assistant Minister of Nanjing Official Department, and Shangshu of Nanjing Official Department.

To tell the truth, it's not surprising to read Wei Ji's official resume, because Nanjing was the capital at that time, and the so-called official position had no weight.

However, Wei Ji's deeds are not limited to this. Wei Ji retired from his hometown at the age of 77. However, Wei Ji, who retired from his hometown, was not idle and continued to dedicate his afterheat to the Ming Empire. He helped people deal with floods in rural areas, built various ponds and engaged in various water conservancy projects beneficial to people's livelihood. The water conservancy project built by Wei Ji in his hometown has brought many benefits to people. Wei Ji has a high position in people's hearts.

This spirit of Wei Ji's old man was later known to the imperial court. It was during the Chenghua period. Ming Xianzong was very moved when he learned the story of Lao Wei. He also sent messengers to Wei Ji's hometown to express his condolences. At that time, the emperor's reward was "give sheep wine and give Mi four months".

Although the emperor sent a warm heart, Lao Wei didn't have time to enjoy the warmth of the imperial court, because the gift from the imperial court didn't reach Wei Ji's hometown, and Lao Wei died suddenly.

When Ming Xianzong learned of Wei Ji's death, he admired him more and more. After Wei Ji's death, it was obvious that he lived in posthumous title as "Wen Jing", and it was obvious that he set up a shrine for Wei Ji according to the wishes of the people.

Wei Ji became an official in his thirties, and for more than forty years. After retirement, he spent more than twenty years. I have to say that this is a miracle, especially at that time, it is difficult to live to 98 years old, and he has worked for the country for so many years. What is the secret of Wei Ji's longevity?

This has a lot to do with Wei Ji's personality. Although Wei Ji, who has just entered the officialdom, has a low level, he still devotes himself to it. When he was an instructor, he often provided students with free tea and porridge and always helped others selflessly. This kind of good cause will eventually bring good results to Lao Wei.

In addition, Wei Ji's personality is very easy-going. During the orthodox period when Wang Zhen, the great eunuch, bullied the minister wantonly, Wei Ji was always able to win over various relationships, and even Wang Zhen, the great eunuch, had great respect for Wei Ji. At that time, Wang Zhen also called Mr. Wei Ji ..

It is not safe to go back to Wei Ji in the mountains. Faced with the temptation of power, Lao Wei retreated in a hurry. This indisputable attitude also gave him a stable old age. According to historical records, Wei Ji's life in his later years was very bleak. He "has no food and clothing, no farming and no production", and he is also very low-key and never shows off.

Wei Ji, with his dignified, generous and respectful regimen, created a myth in the history of Ming Dynasty and even China. I think there is a secret of Wei Ji's health preservation in the history of Ming Dynasty, that is, to be an official, to be cautious when returning home, and to be respectful when suffering.