Friends who are familiar with Song Taizong must know that Song Taizong was a military commander with an average level of education, but he liked reading very much. The well-known "opening the book is beneficial" originated from Song Taizong. Song Taizong made many outstanding achievements in the organization of ancient Chinese literature, and even compiled his own books. So the question is, why did an emperor like him bother to compile books? I think there are mainly the following reasons.

Song Taizong himself liked reading very much.

Taizong of the Song Dynasty once said: "I like reading by nature, and I find it quite interesting. Opening the book is beneficial, and it is not in vain." I like reading by nature, and I can feel the joy of reading. As long as I open the book, I will There will be some benefits, and reading will never be in vain. This famous saying by Song Taizong has moved scholars over the years. So based on his words and deeds, it can be inferred that he is a person who likes to read books.

Song Taizong was actually secretly changing history.

Among the books compiled by Emperor Taizong of the Song Dynasty throughout his life, the most careful one was "Records of Taizu". Relevant historical materials about his improper accession to the throne to ensure his throne. After all, in the Taizong Dynasty, there were many sons of Song Taizu, as well as Song Taizong's younger brother. When you have done something wrong, you should always wipe away the blood as much as possible. However, Taizong's various cover-ups were ultimately just attempts to hide the truth and make future generations laugh.

In fact, I think the second possibility is more likely, because he is thinking about his own reputation. This is for sure. Whether he likes reading or not can only be guessed.