Replacing law with morality
"The Fifteen Years of Wanli" (Chapter 25)
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Emperor Hongwu personally authored a booklet titled "The Great Proclamation," which expounds on the reasons for his implementation of severe punishments and draconian laws through specific cases.
Secondly, every household among the common people must possess a copy. If they suffer oppression from the authorities and their grievances cannot be redressed, it is necessary to petition the palace to voice their grievances. This "Great Proclamation" can serve as a pass.
Thirdly, the organizational approach in rural areas is based on each village as a unit, forming a quasi-autonomous group that establishes its own village regulations in accordance with the provisions of the central government.
IV. Each village is equipped with one "Declaration Pavilion" and one "Meritorious Deeds Pavilion". The former serves as a venue for village elders to arbitrate disputes related to property, marriage, and conflicts, while the latter is used to commend the admirable good deeds of villagers.
Fifth, the rural policy established by Zhu Yuanzhang replaced law with abstract morality.
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