Wei Family's Zhongdao.

Summary

Wei Ning challenges the traditional social hierarchy of the Han Dynasty, which prioritizes scholars, farmers, artisans, and merchants. He argues that this classification restricts social mobility and fails to recognize the interdependence of various professions. Wei Ning emphasizes that all occupations hold intrinsic value and should not be judged hierarchically. He advocates for an expanded imperial examination system to allow talent from all backgrounds to rise, asserting that the basic needs of the people must be met for national stability. Despite some resistance from his peers, Wei Ning gains their loyalty and discusses plans for future endeavors, including a trip to Luoyang.

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