Violation of Propriety

Case of Xi Zhi Presenting Chu Captives
  1. Case of Xi Zhi Presenting Chu Captives
  2. Jurisdiction: Eastern Zhou Dynasty (Royal Domain of Zhou) (c. 575 BC (after the Battle of Yanling))
  3. Original Case: 郤至献楚捷案
  4. Key Figures: Xi Zhi (Minister of Jin), King Jian of Zhou, Shan Xianggong (Zhou official)
  5. Case Tags: Gross Disrespect to the Sovereign;Ritual Transgression;Boasting of Merits Before the Throne;Violation of Propriety