In the famous ** "Romance of the Gods" in the Ming Dynasty, King Su is a character who is calculated by Nuwa. His fate seems to have been predestined for a long time, and from the beginning he was regarded as Nuwa's pawn to complete the great cause of becoming a god. So, what kind of figure is the king of Shang in history?Was it really calculated by Nuwa?This article will uncover the true face of the king of Shang for you.
The king of Shang, whose name is Xin and whose name is Shoude, is the last emperor of the Shang Dynasty. Regarding his origin, there is a huge difference between the historical record and the "Romance of the Gods". In **, King Su was seduced by Nuwa Niangniang's maid Qingluan, so he was able to meet Nuwa. However, the historical king is not such a poor creature manipulated by fate.
Historically, the Emperor was not an incompetent emperor. On the contrary, during his reign, he vigorously expanded his territory and expanded the scope of Shang rule. In addition, he carried out a series of reforms, including breaking the hereditary system of aristocracy and promoting a number of capable talents. These initiatives made an important contribution to the development of the Shang Dynasty.
Despite his achievements, his character and behavioral traits are controversial. According to historical records, the king was a self-righteous and hedonistic man. He does not listen to advice, but he has a penchant for flattery. In addition, he also built a large number of buildings, labored the people and lost money, causing the people to live in misery. These actions eventually led to revolts and rebellions by the princes on all sides.
As time passed, the atrocities of the Emperor finally sparked public outrage. In 1046 BC, King Wu of Zhou, together with other vassal states, rebelled and launched the famous Battle of Muye. In this decisive battle, the king tried his best to engage in a fierce battle with the Zhou army, but was finally defeated due to the betrayal of the traitor. The Shang Dynasty fell, and the king of Xuan also died in the war.
Historically, many people have been critical of King Zhou, believing him to be the culprit responsible for the fall of the Shang Dynasty. This negative evaluation is further reinforced in "Romance of the Gods". **, King Su is portrayed as a debauchery, brutal and ruthless tyrant, who is completely calculated and used by gods such as Nuwa. This image profoundly influenced the perception of the king in later generations.
However, the real King is not so unbearable. He had both extraordinary talent and courage, as well as fatal flaws and mistakes. His contribution to territorial development and political reform cannot be overlooked. But in the later years of his reign, his brutality and loyalty to his vassals also led to the decline and demise of the Shang dynasty. This kind of image of mixed merits is the real king in history.
In short, there are many fictional and exaggerated elements in the portrayal of King Su in "Romance of the Gods", which cannot fully represent the real image of King Su in history. To understand the real history of the Shang Dynasty and the Shang Dynasty, it is also necessary to consult historical books and related research materials.
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