Zhuzi Temple Introduction
The Zhuzi Shrine in Kinmen was established in the 26th year of the Kangxi era (1687) within the Wujiang Academy. In the 35th year of the Qianlong era (1770), Magistrate Cheng Yu proposed the construction of a hall due to the cramped conditions of the academy, but this plan was not realized as he left his post. Subsequently, the gentry Huang Rushi purchased the site, repurposing it as an academy, and honoring Zhu Xi, Kuaixing, Wenchang Dijun, Fude Zhengshen, as well as local dignitaries Xu Sheng, Lü Dakui, Lin Xiyuan, Wang Lixing, Qiu Kui, and Xu Xie. In the 46th year of the Qianlong era (1781), the original site of the academy was requisitioned for the county magistrate's office, and a new academy and Zhuzi Shrine were constructed on the old site of the Yi School to the west. The Zhuzi Shrine is a three-bay, hip-roofed structure with heavy eaves, surrounded by corridor verges, and features a platform in front for conducting rituals. It is simple yet solemn. Within its premises, there are valuable artifacts including the "Gao Huo Stele" from the 18th year of the Daoguang era (1838) and the "Donor List for Gao Huo," along with a plaque inscribed with the words "Zhuzi Shrine" by the renowned Sinologist Qian Mu, which all hold historical significance.
