Lý Công Uẩn
Definition
Proper Noun: - Lý Công Uẩn: The founder and first emperor of the Lý Dynasty in Vietnamese history, reigning from 1009 to 1028 AD. He is posthumously known as Emperor Lý Thái Tổ. He is renowned for moving the capital of Đại Cồ Việt from Hoa Lư to the site of Đại La Citadel, which he renamed Thăng Long (now Hanoi).
Usage Examples
- Proper Noun:
- Lý Công Uẩn là vị vua sáng lập nhà Lý. (Lý Công Uẩn was the founding emperor of the Lý Dynasty.)
- Năm 1010, Lý Công Uẩn ban hành Chiếu dời đô. (In 1010, Lý Công Uẩn issued the Edict on the Transfer of the Capital.)
Advanced Usage
- Historical Context: The name "Lý Công Uẩn" is primarily used in historical and academic discourse. In Vietnamese culture, he is often referred to by his temple name, Lý Thái Tổ, especially when discussing his legacy and reign.
- Lý Thái Tổ (tức Lý Công Uẩn) lên ngôi vào năm 1009. (Emperor Lý Thái Tổ (i.e., Lý Công Uẩn) ascended the throne in 1009.)
Variants and Related Words
- Lý Thái Tổ: The official temple name of Emperor Lý Công Uẩn.
- Nhà Lý: The Lý Dynasty, which he founded.
- Chiếu dời đô: The "Edict on the Transfer of the Capital," his most famous decree.
Synonyms
- Founding Emperor: A ruler who establishes a dynasty.
- Lý Thái Tổ: His posthumous temple name.
Related Historical Terms
- Thăng Long: The name he gave to the new capital, meaning "Ascending Dragon," now Hanoi.
- Thuận Thiên: The era name of his reign.