Zhongli Chun
Zhongli Chun(Chinese:Chung ly xuân,fl. 342 BC), commonly known asZhong Wuyanin legends (Chinese:Chung vô diêm ／ chung vô diễm), was a Chinese occultist and consort of theKing Xuan of Qi(r. 342–324 BC).[1]
She is described as an "ugly" woman, a Qin-subject of the age of forty, when she approached the king and successfully offered herself in marriage.[1]
She is known for allegedly having the ability to make herself invisible, an art she demonstrated to the king and which attracted his attention.[1]She is famous for offering the king the Four Dangers threatening the safety of his state.[1]The king was impressed and reformed his state in accordance with her advice.[1]
Legacy
[edit]She is included in theBiographies of Exemplary Women(Lienü zhuan).[1]
References
[edit]- ^abcdefLily Xiao Hong Lee, A. D. Stefanowska, Sue Wiles.Biographical Dictionary of Chinese Women: Antiquity through Sui, 1600 B.C.E. - 618 C.E.atGoogle Books2007.