Qu Yuan (about 339 BC to about 278 BC), named Ping, was born in the aristocracy of Chu State. He was born in Lepingli, Sanlu Township, Zigui in 340 BC. Qu Yuan was diligent, studious and ambitious since he was a child. At the age of 26, he served as a left disciple and Sanlu doctor of the state of Chu. At first, he was quite trusted by King Huai of Chu. He once served as a high-ranking official of Zuo Tu. He advocated appointing talents, clarifying the law, improving internal affairs, and uniting Qi to resist Qin. However, King Huai of Chu's Ling Yin Zi Liao, Shangguan official Jin Shang, and his beloved concubine Zheng Xiu were bribed by Qin's emissary Zhang Yi. They not only prevented King Huai from accepting Qu Yuan's advice, but also alienated King Huai. Qu Yuan. As a result, King Huai of Chu was lured away by Qin and imprisoned to death in Qin. After King Qingxiang came to the throne, Qu Yuan continued to be persecuted and was exiled to the south of the Yangtze River. In 278 BC, Qin's general Bai Qi led his troops south and captured the capital of Chu. Qu Yuan's political thoughts were shattered and he despaired of his future. Although he wanted to serve his country, he was unable to save his life and had to die to express his ambition. In May of the same year On the fifth day of the Dragon Boat Festival, he committed suicide by throwing himself into the Miluo River. ?

I sigh to cover my tears, lamenting how difficult the people’s lives are! ? ("Li Sao")

I have a good heart, and even though I died nine times, I still have no regrets. ?("Li Sao")