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King Xiang of Zhou

King of Zhou Dynasty from 651 to 619 BC

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Overview

King Xiang of Zhou (died 619BC), personal name Ji Zheng, was a king of the Zhou dynasty of China. He succeeded his father King Hui to the throne. He married Lady of the Dí, but later dismissed her. In 635, King Xiang was driven from the capital by his brother Dai and was restored by Duke Wen of Jin. After his death, he was succeeded by his son, King Qing.

Family

Spouse: * Zhai Hou, of the Kui clan of Di (), deposed Sons: * Prince Renchen (; d. 613 BC), ruled as King Qing of Zhou from 618 to 613 BC * Youngest son, the father of Prince Man (), who rebuffed King Zhuang of Chu regarding the weight of the Nine Tripod Cauldrons

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Family tree of ancient Chinese emperors

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