The Loyalty of Guan Yu

Guan Yu, styled Yunchang, was a famous general of Shu Han during the Three Kingdoms period. From a young age, he was known for his great strength and deep sense of loyalty. He formed a brotherhood with Liu Bei and Zhang Fei in the famous "Oath of the Peach Garden," vowing to live and die together. Throughout his life, Guan Yu was unwaveringly loyal and upright. One of his most famous feats was "Crossing Five Passes and Slaying Six Generals," where he rode alone through five checkpoints, defeating six generals to escort Liu Bei's family to safety, demonstrating unmatched bravery and loyalty. Later, he was besieged in Jingzhou and died heroically in battle. After his death, Guan Yu's spirit of loyalty and righteousness moved generations. He was posthumously honored as "Guansheng Dijun" by successive dynasties. In folk belief, he is revered as the Martial God of Wealth and a guardian deity, worshipped by merchants, police, and even both sides of the law. Temples dedicated to him are found throughout the Chinese world, making him a supreme symbol of loyalty, justice, and trustworthiness.