There was no clear answer to the question of who was better, Li Zhi or Li Tai. Different literature and opinions had different views on this issue. Some documents believed that Li Tai was a leader in literary talent, but because of his overly radical attitude, he lost the qualification to be the heir. Some other documents believed that Li Zhi had made remarkable achievements, but the final outcome was regrettable. There were also some documents that believed that Li Zhi had the highest ability. He could achieve civil governance and martial arts, showing wisdom and deep thinking. However, there were also documents that pointed out that Li Zhi showed a cowardly character when Li Shimin was still alive. In summary, there was not enough information to determine whose ability was better.
Li Chengqian, Li Zhi, and Li Tai were the three sons of Li Shimin, Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty. Li Chengqian was Taizong's eldest son and had once been made Crown Prince, but he had lost this position because of his misbehavior. Li Tai was Taizong's second son and was considered the most suitable candidate to inherit the throne because he was intelligent, studious, and accomplished in literature. However, due to his overly radical attitude, he did not become the Crown Prince in the end. On the contrary, Li Zhi became the Crown Prince and eventually inherited the throne. Li Zhi was regarded as kind-hearted, intelligent, studious, upright, and deeply favored by Taizong. Therefore, according to the information provided, Li Zhi was the final candidate to become the Crown Prince and inherit the throne.
According to the information provided, Li Chengqian, Li Zhi, and Li Tai were the three sons of Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty, Li Shimin. Li Chengqian was once made Crown Prince, but he lost this position because of his misbehavior. Li Tai was considered the most suitable candidate to inherit the throne because he was smart, studious, and accomplished in literature. However, due to his overly radical attitude, he did not become the Crown Prince in the end. On the contrary, Li Zhi became the Crown Prince and eventually inherited the throne. Li Zhi was regarded as kind-hearted, intelligent, studious, upright, and deeply favored by Taizong. Therefore, according to the information provided, Li Zhi was the final candidate to become the Crown Prince and inherit the throne.
Li Zhi and Li Tai didn't have a good relationship. It was mentioned in the documents that Li Zhi had been threatened by Li Tai to prevent him from competing for the position of Crown Prince. In addition, Li Tai colluded with the Crown Prince Li Chengqian to usurp the throne. Emperor Taizong's favoritism towards Li Tai also aroused Li Chengqian's jealousy and dissatisfaction. Therefore, it could be said that Li Zhi and Li Tai's relationship wasn't friendly.
Li Shimin had a deep affection for Li Tai and Li Zhi. Li Tai was loved by Li Shimin because of his talent and literary talent, even more than his other sons. Li Shimin allowed Li Tai to open a literature museum and did not control his spending. However, Li Tai's ambition and ambition to fight for the throne had aroused Li Shiming's vigilance, which eventually led to him losing the opportunity to inherit the throne. On the other hand, Li Zhi was especially doted on by Li Shimin because of his young age. Li Shimin even raised him personally after the death of Li Zhi's mother, Empress Zhangsun. Although Li Zhi was considered an " incompetent and indecisive " emperor, Li Shimin still chose him as the Crown Prince and eventually passed the throne to him. In summary, Li Shimin had deep feelings for both Li Tai and Li Zhi, so he couldn't be sure which son he liked more.
Li Zhi was even more powerful. Although Li Chengqian was Li Shimin's favorite successor, his ability was considered the worst among the four. In contrast, after Li Zhi ascended the throne, he quickly stabilized the situation and concentrated the imperial power. During his reign, he made achievements in civil administration and martial arts, which expanded the territory of the Tang Dynasty. However, due to his illness and being sandwiched between Li Shimin and Wu Zetian, Li Zhi's light was blocked and his ability was underestimated. Therefore, after considering everything, Li Zhi was considered more powerful.
As for the question of who was more powerful, Li Ke or Li Zhi, it could be concluded that Li Zhi was more powerful. Although Li Ke was considered talented in some aspects, Li Zhi was considered to be more capable in governing the country, writing, calligraphy, and other aspects. In addition, Li Zhi made achievements in civil administration and martial arts during his reign, which expanded the territory of the Tang Dynasty. Although Li Ke also had a certain reputation and achievements, he did not become the Crown Prince in the end and missed the position of the Crown Prince. Therefore, after considering everything, Li Zhi was considered more powerful.
The reason why Li Tai couldn't win against Li Zhi was because during the battle for the Crown Prince, Li Tai had said at the last critical moment that he would kill his son and pass it on to his younger brother. This made Li Shiming decide not to make him the Crown Prince. After Li Shiming calmed down, he finally chose to make Li Zhi the Crown Prince under the persuasion of Zhangsun Wuji and the others. This was because Li Zhi had a generous personality and was filial to Li Shiming. He could get along well with his other brothers. Li Shimin believed that such a decision would ensure the safety of his three sons. Thus, Li Tai lost to Li Zhi in the battle for the crown prince.
The reason why Li Tai couldn't win against Li Zhi was because during the battle for the Crown Prince, Li Tai had said at the last critical moment that he would kill his son and pass it on to his younger brother. This made Li Shiming decide not to make him the Crown Prince. After Li Shiming calmed down, he finally chose to make Li Zhi the Crown Prince under the persuasion of Zhangsun Wuji and the others. This was because Li Zhi had a generous personality and was filial to Li Shiming. In addition, Li Tai's overly radical attitude had also caused him to lose the qualifications to be the heir. After all, Li Tai had lost to Li Zhi in the battle for the crown prince.
The reason why Li Tai couldn't win against Li Zhi was because during the battle for the Crown Prince, Li Tai had said at the last critical moment that he would kill his son and pass it on to his younger brother. This made Li Shiming decide not to make him the Crown Prince. After Li Shiming calmed down, he finally chose to make Li Zhi the Crown Prince under the persuasion of Zhangsun Wuji and the others. This was because Li Zhi had a generous personality and was filial to Li Shiming. In addition, Li Tai's overly radical attitude had also caused him to lose the qualifications to be the heir. After all, Li Tai had lost to Li Zhi in the battle for the crown prince.
Li Zhi was not Li Chengye. In " Hot Blood Chang 'an ", Li Zhi was Li Jiancheng's son, and Li Chengye was another character. Li Chengye was a character in the Eastern Palace. He was Li Chengye, the King of Xuande, and had a close brotherhood with Li Yan, the heir. Therefore, Li Zhi and Li Chengye were two different people.