In the long history of China, there are many outstanding figures who have been praised by future generations, and Fan Li is one of the legendary figures that cannot be ignored. From 536 BC to 448 BC, Fan Li was born in the three households of Chuwan, and his talent was a politician, military strategist, strategist, and economist, and he made great achievements in his life. This article will delve into the life and deeds of Fan Li and his important contributions to business theory, revealing the glorious history of this "business saint" legend.Fan Li, the word Shaobo, the late Spring and Autumn period of the Yue State doctor, his hometown is disputed, one said in Siwan Town, Xichuan County, the other said in Wancheng. He was dissatisfied with the political darkness of Chu and the status quo of not allowing non-nobles to enter the country, and defected to Yue with Chu Wanlingwen. In the Yue Kingdom, Fan Li was worshiped as a doctor and a minister, and assisted the Yue King Goujian to restore the country. Fan Li's political wisdom and military talent made great achievements for Yue to regain the lost territory and destroy Wu.
The strategist Fan Li is not only a military genius in war, but also a wise economist. His business theories laid the cornerstone of early Chinese commerce, and he was revered by later generations as the "Shang Sheng". Even if he was born poor, he was erudite and talented, both civil and military, and had a deep friendship with Chu Wanling and even defected to the Yue Kingdom, all in order to pursue a broader space for development.
Fan Li's contribution is not only reflected in the political and military fields, he also wrote two articles of "Fan Li's Art of War", but unfortunately it has been lost. This military book may be a summary of the war experience at that time, however, its loss cannot stop Fan Li's glory in history.
The successful career did not make Fan Li indulge in power schemes, he resolutely retired after his brilliant achievements, and roamed between the seventy-two peaks under the pseudonym of Yizipi. He went into business more than once, became a wealthy man three times, but lost his wealth three times. In the business world, Fan Li not only showed a profound business vision, but also reflected his indifferent to fame and fortune, and his character of being kind and benevolent.
Fan Li's business ideas are highly respected by later generations. He worked hard in his life and became rich three times, but he scattered his wealth three times, showing his indifferent attitude towards wealth. More importantly, Fan Li distributed money and relief to the poor in business activities, establishing his benevolent image. As a result, he was not only revered as a merchant saint in the business world, but also became the object of worship by later businessmen.
Fan Li is not only a business wizard, but also one of the pioneers of early Chinese business theory. His understanding of economics and deep insight into business have provided valuable experience and inspiration for future generations. In his thinking, business is not simply the pursuit of profits, but also a means to serve the society and give back to the people. This idea is still relevant today and instructive for business people.
Fan Li died in 448 BC at the age of 88. His death did not end his influence, on the contrary, he was deserved to enjoy the temple of Wucheng Wang, and was posthumously named one of the sixty-four generals of ancient and modern times. During the Song Dynasty, he was even deserved to enjoy the martial temple. The image of Fan Li has not only been inherited in religious ceremonies, but also become the object of worship by merchants, and is respected as the "God of Literature and Wealth" and "Ancestor of Commerce".
Fan Li's image of "God of Wealth and Literature" stems from his legendary experience of constantly starting a business, getting rich three times, and scattering wealth three times in his life. His indifference to fame and fortune and his philanthropy were revered by posterity, and many businessmen were willing to emulate his actions as models of business success and high moral character.
Fan Li, as a politician, military strategist, strategist, economist, and the pioneer of business theory in Chinese history, has left a rich historical legacy. He made a name for himself in his hard work, and his outstanding strategy and economic vision made great achievements for the Vietnamese country. And his business ideas have established a glorious image of "business saint" for future generations, and have become the object of worship by businessmen. Fan Li's life, like a miracle flowing in the long river of history, will always shine with the light of wisdom, leaving valuable experience and enlightenment for future generations.