Duke Qing of Jin
Ruler of the Chinese state of Jin from 525 BC to 512 BC
About Duke Qing of Jin
Duke Qing of Jin , personal name Ji Quji or Ji Qiji, was the ruler of the Jin state from 525 BC to 512 BC. He succeeded his father, Duke Zhao, who died in 526 BC.
In 520 BC, King Jing of Zhou died. The king's three sons – Crown Prince Gai, Prince Meng, and Prince Chao – fought each other for the Zhou throne. Jin's six major clans—Han (韓), Zhao (趙), Wei (魏), Fan (范), Zhonghang (中行), and Zhi (智)—intervened and assisted Crown Prince Gai ascend the Zhou throne.
In 514 BC, two smaller clans—Qi (祁) and Yangshe (羊舌)—were exterminated and the six major clans grew even more powerful.
Duke Qing reigned for 14 years and died in 512 BC. He was succeeded by his son, Duke Ding.
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Who was Duke Qing of Jin?
ruler of the Chinese state of Jin from 525 BC to 512 BC
When did Duke Qing of Jin die?
Duke Qing of Jin died in 512 BC.
What nationality was Duke Qing of Jin?
Duke Qing of Jin's recorded nationality: Jin.
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