Decree to All Commoners, Officials, and Soldiers: By the grace of heaven and the benevolence of the cosmos, m…
Decree to All Commoners, Officials, and Soldiers:
By the grace of heaven and the benevolence of the cosmos, mindful of the hardships endured by the people, a three-day holiday is hereby granted starting tomorrow. All prefectures and offices are ordered to announce this far and wide. Let all share in the joy of harmony and celebrate this era of peace.
In observance of this festive occasion, Kaifeng Prefecture decrees the following:
First, merchants and employers must show compassion and refrain from withholding wages.
Second, wandering heroes of the martial world must uphold courtesy and refrain from disruptive actions.
Third, neighborhoods and districts may revel in song and dance, but must not violate the laws.
Let this decree be known to all.