一钱太守 — “One-Coin Prefect”
一钱太守 is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “a commendatory term for an incorruptible official who is not swayed by money and serves the people selflessly; also used ironically to describe a notoriously greedy official (though less common)”. Literally, “One-Coin Prefect”.
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Origin and Story of 一钱太守
Liu Chong, an upright prefect of Kuaiji during the Han Dynasty, was deeply concerned about the hardships faced by the common people. He simplified government decrees and penalties as much as possible, and abolished many burdensome taxes and levies, which profoundly moved the local populace.
When he was about to leave his post, many elderly residents from Shanyin County came to bid him farewell and insisted on giving him 100 large coins.
Liu Chong, in his sincere reluctance, only accepted one large coin. This act earned him the esteemed reputation of being a 'One-Coin Prefect'.
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Open the tool →Questions about 一钱太守
What does 一钱太守 mean?
一钱太守 (yī qián tài shǒu) is a Chinese idiom (chengyu) meaning “a commendatory term for an incorruptible official who is not swayed by money and serves the people selflessly; also used ironically to describe a notoriously greedy official (though less common)”.
How do you pronounce 一钱太守?
一钱太守 is pronounced yī qián tài shǒu in Mandarin Chinese.
What does 一钱太守 literally mean?
Literally, 一钱太守 means “One-Coin Prefect”. It is used to mean “a commendatory term for an incorruptible official who is not swayed by money and serves the people selflessly; also used ironically to describe a notoriously greedy official (though less common)”.
Where does 一钱太守 come from?
一钱太守 comes from a classical Chinese story dating back to the modern era. The full story is on this page.
What is the Chinese definition of 一钱太守?
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