【连续报道】“秦刻石”填补了秦朝制度史研究的空白

Core Viewpoint - The recent discoveries of artifacts, particularly the "Qin刻石," have significantly enriched the historical research material, allowing for deeper studies into the Qin Dynasty's institutional history and governance capabilities [1]. Group 1: Research Insights - The study of unearthed bamboo slips has revealed the completeness, flexibility, and superiority of the Qin Dynasty's systems, with "Qin刻石" directly reflecting the strong governance capabilities and influence of the centralized power [1]. - The inscriptions on the "Qin刻石," carved in Qin seal script in areas inhabited by Qiang people, demonstrate the cultural unification policy of the Qin Dynasty, indicating its influence extended beyond political boundaries [1]. - The quest for elixirs, as indicated by the "Qin刻石," was a nationwide activity, showcasing the centralized system's resource mobilization and organizational capabilities [1]. Group 2: Military and Administrative Aspects - Unlike the oceanic direction led by sorcerers, the medicinal gathering activities recorded on the "Qin刻石" were led by the five major officials under the military meritocracy, reflecting the urgency of Emperor Qin Shi Huang's search for medicine and his distrust of sorcerers [2]. - The five major officials held a high position within the military meritocracy, indicating that the medicinal gathering activities were supported by institutional guarantees and had a military expansion aspect [2]. - The records of the medicinal gathering journey and locations on the "Qin刻石" may serve as physical evidence for accountability and regulatory systems in the Qin Dynasty, correlating with documented regulations [2].