A Chinese Biographical Dictionary/Chu I (朱异)
451 Chu I 朱异. (T. 彥和). A.D. 483-549. A native of Ch'ien-t'ang in Chehkiang, who as a youth was a great gambler and a disgrace to his neighbourhood. When he grew up, he reformed and devoted himself to study, acquiring a profound knowledge of the Classics, of history, and even of the arts and sciences. He was personally examined by Shên Yo, and received an official post when only 21 years of age. His fine presence and marvellous power of work led to his appointment to the Privy Council by the Emperor Wu Ti, an office which he held for twelve years without once incurring reproof. He was greedy of wealth, venal, a sycophant, and fond of luxury and sensuality. He and his sons lived in a group of palaces within a splendid park, never spending a cash in charity. He advised the Emperor to accept Hon Ching's offer of allegiance, and died of shame when Hou Ching promptly revolted and besieged the capital. Author of commentaries on the Book of Rites and the Canon of Changes.