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The China History Podcast
S8E04 | Run For Your Life
Aug 27, 2023
This podcast explores the historical events of the Banquet at Hongmen and the Chu-Han Contention. It discusses the meaning of the eight-syllable Changyu and the significance of sword dances in Chinese culture. It delves into the confrontation between Xiangyu and Liu Bang's armies, their plots and strategies. It also touches upon an intruder and escape, as well as the metaphorical use of the phrase 'Xiang Zheng Wu Jian, Yitzai Pei Gong' to describe hidden agendas.
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- The eight syllable Changyu, Xiang Zheng Wu Jian, Yitzai Pei Gong, symbolizes hidden motives and serves as a reminder to remain vigilant in the face of seemingly friendly gestures that may conceal harmful intentions.
- Xiang Zheng's failed plot to harm the Duke of Pei, Liu Bang, played a significant role in shaping Chinese history by leading to the downfall of Xiang Yu and the establishment of the Han Dynasty.
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Xiang Zhuang sword dance intention, the Duke of Pei
This podcast episode explores the story of Xiang Zhuang, Xiang Yu, and Liu Bang during the Chu-Han contention. Xiang Yu, furious that Liu Bang had occupied Xiang Yang, planned to crush Liu Bang's army. However, Xiang Yu's uncle, Xian Bo, warned Liu Bang of the impending attack and advised him to reconcile with Xiang Yu. When Liu Bang met Xiang Yu, he explained that his actions were not driven by rebellion but were carried out under Xiang Yu's authority. As a result, Xiang Yu welcomed Liu Bang and ordered a feast in his honor. Xiang Yu's advisor, Fan Zong, plotted to assassinate Liu Bang during a sword dance performance, but Xian Bo and Fan Quai foiled the plan and urged Liu Bang to escape. Liu Bang and Fan Quai fled, leading to the Chu-Han contention and the establishment of the Han Dynasty.
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