Lý Lăng
Definition
- Proper Noun:
- Li Ling: A historical figure from the Western Han Dynasty of China. He was a military commander during the reign of Emperor Wu of Han. He is primarily known for leading a campaign against the Xiongnu (a nomadic confederation), being overwhelmed by superior forces, and ultimately surrendering.
Usage Examples
- Proper Noun:
- Sử sách ghi chép về cuộc đời bi kịch của Lý Lăng. (Historical records document the tragic life of Li Ling.)
- Lý Lăng đầu hàng quân Hung Nô trong hoàn cảnh hết sức cùng quẫn. (Li Ling surrendered to the Xiongnu army under extremely desperate circumstances.)
Advanced Usage
- The story of Li Ling is often cited in historical and literary discussions concerning themes of loyalty, defeat, and the harsh judgments of history.
- Số phận của Lý Lăng là một chủ đề tranh luận giữa các sử gia. (The fate of Li Ling is a topic of debate among historians.)
Variants and Related Words
- Nhà Hán (n): The Han Dynasty.
- Hung Nô / Xiongnu (n): A powerful nomadic confederation that Han China frequently conflicted with.
- Tư Mã Thiên (n): Sima Qian, the Han dynasty historian who famously defended Li Ling and was punished for it.
Synonyms
- Historical figure: A person of significance in history.
- Military commander: A leader of armed forces.
Related Idioms/Phrases
- While not a common idiom itself, the name "Lý Lăng" may be invoked in contexts discussing "heroic failure" or "controversial surrender."
- Anh ta cảm thấy mình như Lý Lăng, bị hiểu lầm và lên án. (He felt like Li Ling, misunderstood and condemned.)