Bao Shuya

Bao Shuya (Chinese鲍叔牙, Pinyin Bao Shuya, W.-G. Pao Shu -ya ) (* in Yingshang; † 644 BC, probably in Linzi ) was a famous statesman of the State of Qi in the Spring and Autumn Period.

Life

He was a minister close confidant and advisor of Duke Huan of Qi ( Chinese齐桓公, Pinyin Qi Huan Gong ) as well as a loyal friend whose chancellor Guan Zhong. Although he was an exceptional officer of exceptional ability, he is first and foremost for his devoted friendship towards "Master Guan " known, ultimately owed ​​his life and his rise to Chancellor of modesty and proverbial loyalty of his friend.

Phrase

In Chinese, a very intimate relationship between friends is called " Guan and Bao- ratio ".