In China's long history, there have been many loyal and righteous people, although they have the strength and opportunity to establish themselves as kings, they have always been loyal to their monarchs, willing to assist the emperor, and maintain the stability and prosperity of the country. Their loyalty and sacrifice have become a model for future generations to admire. In this article, we'll look at five notable historical loyalists, why they chose loyalty, and how their allegiances have influenced history.
Introduction and analysis of loyal people
1. Zhuge Liang: Do your best, and then die
Zhuge Liang, whose name is Kong Ming, was the prime minister of Shu Han during the Three Kingdoms period, known for his resourcefulness and loyalty. He assisted Liu Bei, and later faithfully assisted Liu Bei's son Liu Chan. Although the national strength of Shu Han was inferior to that of Wei and Wu, Zhuge Liang went out of Qishan and went north to the Central Plains, trying to restore the Han dynasty. His famous quote "Do your best, and then die" became a model of loyalty.
2. Yue Fei: Serve the country with loyalty, and return my rivers and mountains
Yue Fei, a famous general of the Southern Song Dynasty, is famous for "serving the country with loyalty". He led the Yuejia army to defeat the Jin army many times and defended the territory of the Southern Song Dynasty. Yue Fei famously said: "Give me back the rivers and mountains", expressing his loyalty to the country and his regret over the loss of the country. Despite his strength and self-reliance, he remained loyal to Song Gaozong and was eventually given death on trumped-up charges.
3. Wei Zheng: Loyal to the ear, assisting Mingjun
Wei Zheng, a famous advisor of the Tang Dynasty, was known for his outspokenness and daring advice. He assisted Li Shimin, Taizong of the Tang Dynasty, and put forward the admonition that "loyalty is good for deeds", and helped Li Shimin create the "rule of Zhenguan". Although Wei Zheng had extremely high political wisdom and the love of the people, he never had the intention of usurping the throne and was always loyal to Tang Taizong.
4. Bao Zheng: Honest and upright, law enforcement is like a mountain
Bao Zheng, a famous Qing official in the Northern Song Dynasty, was known for his honesty and integrity. During his tenure of office, he enforced the law impartially, was not afraid of the powerful, and was deeply loved by the people. Bao Zheng has the reputation of "enforcing the law like a mountain", although he is powerful and powerful, he has never been disloyal, and has always been loyal to Song Renzong.
5. Wen Tianxiang: Keep Dan's heart and sweat
Wen Tianxiang, a politician and writer in the late Southern Song Dynasty, was known for his loyalty and patriotism. When the Yuan army invaded the Southern Song Dynasty, he organized a rebel army to resist and was later captured. Even during his captivity, Wen Tianxiang still wrote the poem "Who has not died in life since ancient times, leaving Dan to take care of his sweat and youth", expressing his unyielding determination and loyalty to the country.
The considerations behind loyalty
Personal Character and Values
These loyal men all had strong personal qualities and values, and they believed that loyalty was not only loyalty to the monarch, but also a sense of duty to the country and the people.
Socio-cultural influences
Traditional Chinese culture emphasizes loyalty, filial piety, and righteousness, and these loyal figures are deeply influenced by Confucian culture, which regards loyalty as the highest virtue in life.
Political wisdom and practical considerations
They also had profound political wisdom and understood that usurpation would cause civil strife and damage national interests, so they chose to assist the monarch and maintain the stability of the country.
epilogue
The loyalty of these five loyal figures in history is not only to the individual, but also to the country and the nation. Their deeds have inspired future generations and become models in Chinese history. Today, we look back on their stories, not only to commemorate their loyalty, but also to learn from their spirit, pass on this loyalty and sense of responsibility, and contribute to building a better society.
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