Jiajing Emperor
September 16, 1507 – January 23, 1567
Twelfth Ming emperor, a cousin of the Zhengde Emperor, who withdrew from court in favour of Taoist rituals during a long reign.
Offices held
May 27, 1521 – Jan 23, 1567
Preceded by
Zhengde Emperor Succeeded by
Longqing Emperor
Zhengde Emperor Succeeded by
Longqing Emperor
Family
Timeline
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