李广难封 — “Li Guang found it hard to be enfeoffed”
李广难封 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to lament that someone of great merit or talent is not recognized or rewarded with due honor, often due to unfortunate destiny or circumstances; to regret that a highly accomplished individual fails to achieve high office or recognition despite their achievements”. Literally, “Li Guang found it hard to be enfeoffed”.
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Origin and Story of 李广难封
During the Western Han Dynasty, Li Guang, a zhonglangjiang (a military title), served as the governor of Shanggu along the border. He was brave and skilled in battle, and the Xiongnu called him 'Flying General,' striking fear into their hearts.
Despite his prowess, he was never truly entrusted with important positions throughout his life and never received the reward of being enfeoffed as a marquis. He was eventually forced to commit suicide.
Many of his subordinates were granted marquisates for their military merits, and even his cousin, Li Cai, who was less capable than him, rose to the rank of prime minister.
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What does 李广难封 mean?
李广难封 (lǐ guǎng nán fēng) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “to lament that someone of great merit or talent is not recognized or rewarded with due honor, often due to unfortunate destiny or circumstances; to regret that a highly accomplished individual fails to achieve high office or recognition despite their achievements”.
How do you pronounce 李广难封?
李广难封 is pronounced lǐ guǎng nán fēng in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 李广难封 literally mean?
Literally, 李广难封 means “Li Guang found it hard to be enfeoffed”. It is used to mean “to lament that someone of great merit or talent is not recognized or rewarded with due honor, often due to unfortunate destiny or circumstances; to regret that a highly accomplished individual fails to achieve high office or recognition despite their achievements”.
Where does 李广难封 come from?
李广难封 comes from a classical Chinese story dating back to ancient China. The full story is on this page.
What is the Chinese definition of 李广难封?
以之慨叹功高不爵，命运乖舛。同“李广未封”。