Gaozu of Jin (晉高祖)

Overview

Gaozu of Jin was a ruler.

PeriodFive Dynasties

IdentityHistorical · Male

Roles

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Life and dates

Attested activity

AD 936 起兵太原前後
Directly stated · New History of the Five Dynasties 56, passage 26

Career and standing

Military Governor of the Baoyi Army 保義軍節度使
Held
Directly stated · New History of the Five Dynasties 56, passage 26
AD 936 高祖即位
Directly stated · New History of the Five Dynasties 56, passage 29

References in the histories

New History of the Five Dynasties, Chapter 56Volume 56 Miscellaneous Biographies 36: He Ning, Zhao Ying, Feng Yu, Lu Zhi, Lü Qi, Xue Rong, He Ze, Wang Quan, Shi Gui, Long Min · 4 passages

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晉高祖為保義軍節度使，以瑩掌書記，自是徙鎮常以瑩從。 When Gaozu of Jin was military governor of the Baoyi Army, he made Ying his secretary; thereafter, whenever he changed postings, Ying usually accompanied him.

高祖將起兵太原，以問諸將吏，將吏或贊成之，瑩獨懼形於色，勸高祖毋反。 When Gaozu was about to raise troops at Taiyuan, he consulted his generals and officials. Some approved, but Ying alone showed his fear openly and urged Gaozu not to rebel.

高祖雖不用其言，心甚愛之。 Gaozu did not heed his advice, but cherished him all the more for his honesty.

高祖即位，拜翰林學士承旨、戶部侍郎、同中書門下平章事。 When Gaozu ascended the throne, Ying was made chief Hanlin academician, vice minister of revenue, and associate grand councilor.