Biography & Historical Record
Liu Shuo (刘铄, 劉鑠, Lưu Sóc; c. 180s–?) was a noble member of the imperial Han lineage and the second son of Liu Yao (刘繇), the Eastern Han Governor of Yang Province. Tracing ancestral descent through Prince Daohui of Qi (son of Emperor Gaozu of Han) and Marquis Liu Chong, Liu Shuo belonged to one of the most prestigious lineages in the realm.
Following Liu Yao’s death in Yuzhang in 197 AD, Sun Ce (孙策) demonstrated exceptional chivalry by escorting Liu Yao’s funeral cortege to Qu’e, providing generous allowances to Liu Shuo and his elder brother Liu Ji (刘基). Under Sun Quan, the brothers were treated with the highest honor; Liu Ji rose to become Minister of the Household (光禄勋), while Liu Shuo enjoyed lifetime imperial stipends and distinguished aristocratic status in Eastern Wu.
Role in Romance of the Three Kingdoms
Chapter 15: In literary accounts, Sun Ce’s magnanimous adoption and protection of Liu Yao’s sons, including Liu Shuo (刘铄), marks a turning point that won the hearts of the Jiangdong populace.
Liu Shuo (刘铄) — Historical & Literary Timeline
Imperial Heritage
Born in Donglai, son of celebrated imperial gentry governor Liu Yao.
Protected by Sun Ce
Honored and sheltered in Jiangdong following his father’s death.
See historical sources cited below.
Key Relationships
Family
In Historical Accounts
- Sanguozhi (三国志): Volume 49 (Book of Wu 4, Biography of Liu Yao): "Yao had sons: Ji, Shuo, and Shang. Sun Ce received them with deep kindness and treated them with ancestral honor."
In History
Summary
- Liu Shuo (刘铄, Lưu Sóc) was a son of Liu Yao who lived honorably in Eastern Wu.
Historical Record
- Sanguozhi Volume 49 (Biography of Liu Yao).
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