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Biography & Historical Record
Xue Zong was a scholar and official of the Eastern Wu state during the Three Kingdoms period. Originally from Pei Commandery, he moved south to avoid the chaos of the late Han Dynasty. He served under Sun Quan and was noted for his literary talent and participation in state discussions. He held various offices including Administrator of Hepu and Jiaozhi, and later became a prominent advisor and official at the Wu court, eventually rising to the position of Minister of Ceremonies (Taichang).
Role in Romance of the Three Kingdoms
In the narrative of Luo Guanzhong, Xue Zong appears primarily as an official participating in formal court debates and state rituals. His role is relatively minor compared to his historical influence as a scholar, often representing the scholarly faction at the Wu court during critical transitions.
Xue Zong — Historical & Literary Timeline
Death of Xue Zong
Xue Zong passes away while holding the office of Minister of Ceremonies.
Key Relationships
Family
- Xue Xu (薛珝, Tiết Hủ): Eldest son. Senior military general of Eastern Wu who rose to General of the Left and Commander-in-Chief of the expedition to recover Jiaozhi (269 AD).
- Xue Ying (薛莹, Tiết Oánh): Second son. Illustrious scholar, Chief Imperial Historian, and Master of Writing (Shangshu Ling) who co-authored the official *Book of Wu* (*Wu Shu*).
Friends
- Sun Quan (孙权, Tôn Quyền): Founding Emperor Da of Eastern Wu. Highly valued Xue Zong’s classical erudition, wit, and administrative capability, appointing him Grand Administrator of Hepu and Jiaozhi, and elevating him to Minister of Ceremonies (Taichang).
- Sun Deng (孙登, Tôn Đăng): First Crown Prince of Eastern Wu. Xue Zong served as his revered Tutor (Taizi Zhongshuzi), guiding the royal heir in classical statecraft and Confucian ethics.
- Sun He (孙和, Tôn Hòa): Second Crown Prince of Eastern Wu. Xue Zong served as his Junior Tutor (Taizi Shaofu) in 242 AD, providing moral and administrative guidance.
- Lu Xun (陆逊, Lục Tốn): Grand Chancellor of Eastern Wu who maintained close intellectual camaraderie and strategic collaboration with Xue Zong at court.
- Kan Ze (阚泽, Hám Trạch): Grand Tutor to the Crown Prince. Fellow eminent scholar-statesman who collaborated with Xue Zong in formulating state educational academies and court rituals.
Enemies
- Cao Wei Armies (曹魏军队, Quân đội Tào Ngụy): Northern rival state whose diplomatic envoys and border threats Xue Zong countered through sharp diplomatic treatises and political debates.
- Shanyue Tribes (山越叛部, Bộ tộc Sơn Việt): Mountain tribal insurgents whose uprisings across southern commanderies Xue Zong pacified during his administrative tenure in Jiaozhou.
Others
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In Novel
Chapter 84
- Xue Zong (薛综, Tiết Tổng): Xue Zong is a Wu scholar and official who serves Sun Quan. He is involved in diplomatic and court affairs and is recognized for his learning and ability in formal government matters.
History
Summary
- Xue Zong (薛综, Tiết Tổng) was a prominent scholar, diplomat and official of Eastern Wu.
Diplomatic Career
- Xue Zong served Sun Quan and was involved in diplomatic relations between Wu and other states.
- He was respected for his literary ability and knowledge of classical learning.
Service in Wu
- He held senior offices and contributed to the administration and intellectual life of Eastern Wu.
Classification
- Historical.