Y Doãn
Definition
- Proper Noun:
- Yi Yin: A renowned statesman and prime minister during the Shang Dynasty in ancient China. He is celebrated as a virtuous and capable minister who assisted King Tang in overthrowing the tyrannical Jie of the Xia Dynasty and establishing the Shang Dynasty.
Usage Examples
- Proper Noun:
- Y Doãn là một hiền thần nổi tiếng thời nhà Thương. (Yi Yin was a famous virtuous minister during the Shang Dynasty.)
- Vua Thang ba lần mời Y Doãn ra giúp nước. (King Tang invited Yi Yin three times to assist the kingdom.)
Advanced Usage
- Historical Context: Yi Yin is often cited in classical literature and historical texts as a paragon of loyal and wise ministerial service. His actions, including temporarily exiling the young, wayward King Tai Jia to educate him, are seen as examples of putting the state's welfare above strict protocol.
Variants and Related Words
- A Hành (n): "A Heng," the official title held by Yi Yin as Prime Minister.
- Y Doãn được tôn làm A Hành. (Yi Yin was honored as A Heng.)
Synonyms
- Prime Minister: A chief minister of a sovereign or state.
- Statesman: A skilled, experienced, and respected political leader or figure.
- Virtuous Minister: A term emphasizing moral integrity and loyal service to the ruler and state.
Related Idioms/Historical References
- "Thang hữu thiên hạ tuyển ư chúng, cử Y Doãn, bất nhân giả viễn." (From the ): "When Tang possessed the empire, he selected from among the multitude and raised Yi Yin. All who were devoid of virtue disappeared."
- This quote highlights Yi Yin's virtue and its effect in driving away the unworthy.