An advocate of Buddhism, the latter part of this ruler's time in power was dominated by the chancellors Zhang Yishi and Zhang Changzong.
The record of this ruler's reign was compiled by Wei YÃ¼an-Chung, but that manuscript, revised by Liu Chih-Chi, is now mostly lost. Â This ruler faced a rebellion that was defeated when Li Xiaoyi spread a wildfire into the ranks of Li Jingye; this ruler's chancellor, Pei Yan, was executed for allegedly aiding the rebels. Â A crisis occurred during this ruler's reign when Li (*) Dan was accused of treason after the killing of Li Dan's wife. Â An advocate of Buddhism, the latter part of this ruler's time in power was dominated by the chancellors Zhang Yishi and Zhang Changzong. Â This ruler came to power following the death of Emperor Gaozong, and was known for secret police activities. Â For 10 points, name this ruler who interrupted the Tang Dynasty by establishing a Zhou Dynasty, an empress of China.
The record of this ruler's reign was compiled by Wei YÃ¼an-Chung, but that manuscript, revised by Liu Chih-Chi, is now mostly lost.
Wu Zeitan [or Wu Zhao; or Tian Hou]