《旧唐书·列传·卷八十五》
王叔文未掌权时，常说钱财和粮食是国家根本，掌握好可控制军费赋税，可操纵市场和士人。
叔文贱时，每言钱谷为国大本，将可以盈缩兵赋，可操柄市士。
Before Wang Shuweng came to power, he often said that wealth and grain were the foundation of the country. By keeping them under control, one could control military expenses and taxes, as well as manipulate the market and scholars. 