Vũ Thạnh

Definition
  1. Proper Noun:
    • A historical figure: Vũ Thạnh (1663 - ?) was a Vietnamese scholar-official from Đan Loan, Đường An (now Nhân Quyền, Bình Giang, Hải Hưng). He achieved the title of Đình nguyên Thám hoa in 1685, the third-highest rank in the imperial examinations. He served in the royal court, holding positions such as Acting Deputy Censor-in-chief (Quyền Thiêm đô ngự sử) and Councillor (Bồi tụng). His career was marked by conflicts with the ruling Trịnh lords, which led to his dismissal, though he was later recalled to serve as a Minister (Tự khanh).
Usage Examples
  • Proper Noun:
    • Vũ Thạnh đỗ Đình nguyên Thám hoa năm 1685. (Vũ Thạnh achieved the title of Đình nguyên Thám hoa in 1685.)
    • Quan lại như Vũ Thạnh thường có quan điểm trái với chúa Trịnh. (Officials like Vũ Thạnh often held views opposing the Trịnh lords.)
Advanced Usage
  • This name is primarily used in historical and academic contexts discussing Vietnamese feudal dynasties, the Lê-Trịnh period, or the imperial examination system.
Variants and Related Words
  • Thám hoa: A specific, high academic title in the imperial examination system, often translated as "Third Laureate" or "Flower Scout."
  • Quan lại: A general term for mandarins or feudal officials.
Synonyms
  • Historical mandarin: A historical government official.
  • Scholar-official: A person who passed imperial exams and served in administration.
Related Idioms
  • : To pass examinations, to achieve academic success.
    • Ông ấy mong con cái đỗ đạt như Vũ Thạnh. (He wishes for his children to achieve academic success like Vũ Thạnh.)