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Guan Yu ( [kwán ỳ] ⓘ; d. January or February 220 [a] ), courtesy name Yunchang, was a Chinese military general serving under the warlord Liu Bei during the late Eastern Han dynasty of China. Along with Zhang Fei, he shared a brotherly relationship with Liu Bei and accompanied him on most of his early exploits.
Guan Yu was a major character in "Romance of the Three Kingdoms", a semi-historical novel written by Luo Guanzhong at the end of the Yuan Dynasty period (1279–1368). Stories of Guan Yu's exploits were romanticized in the novel.
Few historical personages are as venerated in the Chinese-speaking world as Guan Yu, who counts Guan Laoye (Grandpa Guan), Guan Gong (Duke Guan), and Guan Di (Emperor Guan), among his litany of officially bestowed titles.
Guan Yu appears as Guan Gong or Lord Guan in most novel translations, many historic texts, and modern conversation outside the Three Kingdoms community, and on most merchandise. In religion he is called Saintly Emperor Guan (關聖帝君) or in Buddhism, Sangharama Bodhisattva (伽藍菩薩) ( more ).
Guan Yu (关羽) was a Chinese general and military leader who lived during the late Eastern Han dynasty and the Three Kingdoms period. He is known for his loyalty and righteousness and is one of the most famous and respected figures in Chinese history.
May 3, 2024 · Guandi, Chinese god of war whose immense popularity with the common people rests on the firm belief that his control over evil spirits is so great that even actors who play his part in dramas share his power over demons. Guandi is not only a natural favourite of soldiers but has been chosen patron.
Feb 26, 2014 · Guan Yu was a Chinese military general whose martial prowess was so great that, after his death, he was deified as a god.
May 5, 2023 · Guan Yu, also known as Guan Gong, was a legendary military general during the late Eastern Han dynasty in China. According to the myth, he was born in 160 AD in the state of Hebei to a poor family. As a child, he was said to have shown a great interest in martial arts and military strategy.
Guan Yu. 160-220 AD. A military general, legendary warrior, hero, and historical figure who lived during the Eastern Han dynasty. Following his death he was granted the rank of emperor (di) by the Wanli Emperor during the Ming dynasty and eventually became deified.
Guan Yu. Background. Singapore MOH Registered TCM Physician. Member of Singapore Chinese Medicine Association. Bachelor’s Degree (Singapore College of Traditional Chinese Medicine) Bachelor’s Degree in Chinese Medicine (Guangzhou Medical University) Therapeutic Area. TCM Internal Medicine.
