Su Zhe

MedievalPoliticianChina1039 — 1112

Younger brother of Su Shi, also a scholar-official.

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Quick Facts

Born

1039

Died

1112

Country

China

Era

Medieval

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)34

Political (20%)41

Influence (20%)53

Legacy (20%)43

Leadership (15%)67

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score47.7

Su Zhe — Complete Timeline

1057 AD

Passed the Imperial ExaminationsPolitical Action◆ Major

Su Zhe passed the jinshi imperial examinations alongside his brother Su Shi, earning a degree that qualified him for government office. This marked the beginning of his career as a scholar-official.

ExaminationCareer StartSong Dynasty

Impact: nationalconstructive

1094 AD

Exiled to LingnanPolitical Action◆ Major

Su Zhe was exiled to remote Lingnan (modern Guangdong) during the political purges under Emperor Zhezong, as part of the crackdown on the Yuanyou faction. He spent years in internal exile, writing extensively.

ExilePolitical PurgeSong Dynasty

Impact: nationaltragic

1100 AD

Authored 'Luan Cheng Ji'Cultural◆ Major

Su Zhe compiled his collected works, 'Luan Cheng Ji', containing essays, poetry, and historical commentaries. The collection became a significant contribution to Song literature and Confucian scholarship.

LiteratureScholarshipSong Dynasty

Impact: nationalconstructive