Xu Xinyue facts for kids

Xu Xinyue (Chinese: 許新月; born around 902 – died August 1, 946) was an important woman in the ancient Chinese state of Wuyue. She was a concubine, and possibly later a wife, of Qian Yuanguan. He was the second king of Wuyue during a time in China called the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. Xu Xinyue was also the mother of Qian Hongzuo, who became the next king after his father.

Discovering Xu Xinyue's Early Life

Where Did She Come From?

We don't know many details about Xu Xinyue's early life. She came from a place called Tai Prefecture, which is now part of Taizhou in Zhejiang, China. She was likely born around the year 903. This was during the time of Emperor Zhaozong of Tang.

Her Special Talent

Xu Xinyue was very good at music. Because of her musical skills, she was put in charge of music in the palace of Qian Chuanguan. At this time, Qian Chuanguan was still serving under his father, Qian Liu, who was the first king of Wuyue. However, Qian Chuanguan was already seen as the future leader.

A Special Prediction

Another woman in the palace, Lady Fu, had a son named Qian Hongzun in 925. He was expected to become the next ruler, but he sadly died young in 940. A Buddhist nun named Qiyun, who was known for being good at understanding people, told Xu Xinyue something interesting. She said, "Lady Fu can never be as important as you. You, lady, should take care of yourself." Soon after, in 928, Xu Xinyue gave birth to Qian Chuanguan's sixth son, Qian Hongzuo.

Her Life During and After Qian Yuanguan's Reign

Becoming a Lady of Wuyue

In 932, Qian Chuanguan became the ruler of Wuyue after his father, Qian Liu, passed away. He then changed his name to Qian Yuanguan. Sometime after this, Xu Xinyue received the important title of Lady of Wuyue. This likely happened after Qian Yuanguan's first wife, Lady Ma, died in 939. Having the title "Lady of Wuyue" might mean that Xu Xinyue became Qian Yuanguan's main wife by this time.

Her Son Becomes King

Qian Yuanguan died in 942. After his death, Xu Xinyue's son, Qian Hongzuo, became the new king of Wuyue.

Her Legacy

Xu Xinyue herself passed away in 946. After her death, she was given a special honor called a posthumous name. Her posthumous name was Renhui, which means "kind and benevolent."