A proverb says: “The leper pities the king.” Though irreverent, ancient proverbs are never groundless and must be examined. It refers to rulers seized, murdered, and brought to death by ministers.
Brief: This article details the Tian Clan’s usurpation of the Qi state, a pivotal event marking the transition from the Spring and Autumn period to the Warring States era. It traces the Tian clan’s origins from Prince Chen Wan of Chen to their rise in Qi, where they gained immense popularity by lending grain…