Taoist Priest Gu's Life.

Summary

The chapter discusses the historical significance of population migration in China, highlighting various waves from ancient times to the Ming Dynasty, driven by factors like natural disasters and wars. A professor at a meeting emphasizes the current challenges of migration due to environmental changes, particularly in the Western Frontier Province, where demographic shifts could strain resources. He warns of the potential economic losses if regions like Huozhou become uninhabitable and advocates for a robust immigration policy to manage future migrations. The meeting concludes with a call for increased support for local temples to recruit cultivators to address these challenges.

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