| NAME | |
|---|---|
| Chinese Name | 朱据, 朱據, Zhū Jù |
| Other name | Chu Cứ |
| Courtesy name | 子范, 子範, Zǐfàn, Zi Fan, tự Tử Phạm |
| INFORMATION | |
| Born | 194 |
| Birth Place | Wu County, Wu Commandery (吴郡吴县; huyện Ngô, quận Ngô) |
| Died | 250 |
| Death Reason | Forced to commit suicide by the order of Sun Liang/Sun Jun during the power struggle following Sun Quan's illness. |
| FAMILY | |
| Spouse | |
| Children | |
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| CAREER | |
| Allegiance | Eastern Wu |
| Battles | Battle of Xiaoting, Battle of Shiting |
Zhu Ju: Biography & Historical Record
Zhu Ju (194–250 AD) was an esteemed military commander and civil official of Eastern Wu during the turbulent Three Kingdoms period. Recognized early for his exceptional talent in both scholarship and statecraft, he steadily rose through the ranks of the imperial court. Sun Quan deeply appreciated his capabilities and granted him his daughter, Princess Sun Luyu, in marriage, elevating him to General of Agile Cavalry and Minister of War.
Throughout his career, he served the state with unwavering integrity and strategic vision. However, his unyielding loyalty drew him into the dangerous succession conflict known as the Two Palaces Contention. Staunchly defending Crown Prince Sun He against the rival faction of Prince Sun Ba, he boldly petitioned the throne. Tragically, when Sun Quan became incapacitated by illness in 250 AD, political enemies forged an imperial decree, driving the loyal general to suicide.
Role in Romance of the Three Kingdoms
In Luo Guanzhong’s novel, Zhu Ju is depicted as a dependable commander of Wu who faithfully executes strategic military campaigns. Although his narrative role is secondary compared to frontline strategists, his historical portrayal emphasizes moral righteousness, selfless duty, and tragic sacrifice in the twilight of Sun Quan’s reign.
Historical Timeline
Birth
Zhu Ju is born into a notable gentry clan in Wu Commandery.
Imperial Elevation
Marries Princess Sun Luyu and assumes key administrative and military posts in the state.
Tragic Demise
Victimized by forged decrees during the succession turmoil, he is forced to take his own life.
Key Relationships
- Sun Quan: Father-in-law and emperor who valued his dual mastery of civil administration and warfare.
- Sun Luyu: Wife and imperial princess of Wu, also known as Princess Zhu.
- Empress Zhu: Daughter who later became the empress consort of Emperor Sun Xiu.
- Sun He & Lu Xun: Crucial political allies with whom he defended legal dynastic succession.
- Sun Ba & Sun Hong: Rival faction leaders who orchestrated political attacks that led to his downfall.
In Novel
Chapter 108
- Zhu Ju (朱据, Chu Cứ): Zhu Ju is a Wu official who becomes involved in the political factional struggles after Zhuge Ke's failure. He is associated with the court officials attempting to preserve order during the unstable succession period.
In History
Early Career
- Zhu Ju (朱据, Chu Cứ), courtesy name Zifan, was a prominent official and general of Eastern Wu from Wu Commandery. He was known for his handsome appearance, strength, debating ability, humility, and generosity.
220s AD
- Sun Quan (孙权, Tôn Quyền) recruited Zhu Ju into government service. He became involved in the selection of officials and gained a reputation for arguing that officials should be corrected rather than dismissed abruptly.
246 AD
- Zhu Ju was promoted to General of Agile Cavalry. He was also connected to the imperial family through his marriage to Sun Luyu (孙鲁育, Tôn Lỗ Dục), a daughter of Sun Quan.
249 AD
- Zhu Ju became Imperial Chancellor. During the succession struggle between Sun He (孙和, Tôn Hòa) and Sun Ba (孙霸, Tôn Bá), he openly supported Sun He as the legitimate heir.
250 AD
- After Sun Quan moved against Sun He, Zhu Ju and other officials pleaded for the crown prince's release. Zhu Ju was flogged and demoted. While Sun Quan was ill, Sun Hong (孙弘) forged an imperial order commanding Zhu Ju to commit suicide. Believing the order genuine, Zhu Ju obeyed and died at fifty-seven.
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