About Shang Shu
Shang Shu was a politician.
Shang Shu of Jin , personal name unknown, was a ruler of the Jin state. He usurped the throne of Jin after his elder brother, Marquis Mu, died in 785 BC. After Shang Shu ascended the throne, Marquis Mu's son, Ji Chou (Marquis Wen), was forced to leave Jin in fear of his uncle.
In 781 BC, Ji Chou overthrew Shang Shu and ascended the throne as the next Jin monarch.
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Who was Shang Shu?
tenth ruler of the state of Jin
When did Shang Shu die?
Shang Shu died in 781 BC.
What was Shang Shu's occupation?
Shang Shu was a politician.
What nationality was Shang Shu?
Shang Shu's recorded nationality: Jin.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Shang Shu. https://biography.guide/shang-shu/
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