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The deceased monarch of the Three Kingdoms of Wei, Shu and Wu, the difference in rank and rank in the Jin Dynasty
In the years when the Three Kingdoms were established, the three kingdoms of Wei, Shu and Wu each dominated one side, and there were many heroes and disputes. However, as the tide of history rolled forward, the three kingdoms eventually went into decline, and each of its last monarchs ended their dynasties in different ways. Interestingly, when the Jin Dynasty dominated the world, there was a significant difference in the rank of these three deceased monarchs in the Jin Dynasty. What kind of mysteries and warnings are hidden in this?
Cao Huan, the last monarch of Wei, had long since lost his real power under the control of the Sima family and became a veritable puppet emperor. His life was more of a lingering life in the shadow of powerful ministers, without much political action. However, when Wei was replaced by the Jin dynasty, Cao Huan chose to be obedient and did not put up too much resistance. He knew that the tide was over, and instead of resisting in vain, it was better to obey the situation and save his life and his family. This wise choice allowed him to receive relatively high treatment in the Jin Dynasty, and he was named King Chenliu, and continued to live a princely life.
Liu Chan of Shu, as Liu Bei's son, inherited the throne of Shu Han after his father's death. However, instead of inheriting his father's wisdom and martial arts, he appeared a little cowardly and incompetent. Under his rule, the state of Shu gradually went into decline. When the Jin Dynasty army approached the city, he chose to surrender to avoid more human suffering. Although Liu Chan's surrender made many people feel disappointed and angry, he himself showed enough sincerity and remorse. After his surrender, he was named the Duke of Anle, and although his status was not as good as Cao Huan, he was also treated well by the Jin Dynasty.
In contrast, Sun Hao of Wu is a very different existence. As Sun Quan's grandson, he ascended to the throne in the later period of the Wu Kingdom. However, he was a brutal and unscrupulous monarch, who extorted and preyed on the people internally, and made enemies everywhere with reckless military force and enemies abroad. When the Jin Dynasty army was pressing, he still had no remorse, and even wanted to burn the jade. However, under the powerful offensive of the Jin army, he finally chose to surrender. However, due to his bad image in history and his rebellious attitude at the time of surrender, he was severely punished in the Jin Dynasty. He was demoted to the rank of Returning Marquis, and his status was much lower than that of Cao Huan and Liu Chan.
So, why is there such a significant difference in the rank of these three deceased monarchs in the Jin Dynasty? In fact, there is a profound historical logic and human nature considerations behind this.
Cao Huan's obedience and cooperation made the Jin Dynasty see his sincerity and value. He knew that the tide was over, and he chose a wise way to preserve. This attitude of adapting to the times allowed him to get relatively high treatment in the Jin Dynasty. Although Liu Chan was cowardly and incompetent, he showed enough sincerity and remorse after surrendering. This attitude also made the Jin Dynasty have a certain favor towards him, thus giving him a medium knighthood.
However, Sun Hao's situation is completely different. As a brutal and unscrupulous monarch, his image in history is extremely bad. Even after the surrender, he did not show the slightest sign of remorse. This stubborn and cruel attitude made the Jin dynasty extremely disgusted with him, and thus gave him the lowest title as punishment.
From this story, we can see the cruelty and ruthlessness of history, as well as the complexity and diversity of human nature. Although these three deceased kings all lost their country and status, their respective attitudes and choices in life determined their rank in the Jin Dynasty. It's not just a question of rank, it's a question of life choices, attitudes, and destiny.
Finally, we have to ask: what would have been the fate of these three fallen kings if they had been able to make different decisions when faced with a choice? Will it adapt to the situation and save his life, or will he stubbornly resist and burn the jade? There may not be a standard answer to this question, but it can cause us to think deeply and discuss. History is a mirror that reflects the past as well as our future. Let us learn from this and be vigilant to make wiser and right choices on the road ahead.