Is Bao Zheng a real person?

Bao Zheng (包拯; Bāo Zhěng; 5 March 999 – 3 July 1062), commonly known as Bao Gong (包公; Bāo Gōng; ‘Lord Bao’), was a Chinese politician during the reign of Emperor Renzong in China’s Song Dynasty. Bao Zheng today is honored as the cultural symbol of justice in Chinese society.

What is the legend of Bao Zheng about?

Set in the Song dynasty, ancient China. This series tells the legend of the famous upright official Bao Zheng, about his birth, growing up, officialdom steps and investigations of several important criminal cases.

Who is Lord Bao?

Lord Bao (999-1062), named Bao Zheng, was a renowned officer in the Northern Song Dynasty (960 – 1127). He is well respected because of his excellent personality, fair-minded judgments and strict family education. Many temples were built to commemorate his death.

When did the legend of Justice Bao Zheng start?

In 1974, Taiwan’s Chinese Television System Inc. (华视) produced a TV serial drama called ‘包青天’, translated as ‘The Legend of Justice Bao Zheng’. It aired in Taiwan and Singapore. It was so well-received that what was originally a 30-episode drama stretched to 350 episodes.

Who are the characters in Young Justice Bao?

This drama follows the story and novels of Bao Zheng, otherwise known as Bao Qing Tian. In this adaptation, a young Bao Zheng goes to take his civil service exams at the capital. During his time there, he stumbles upon different puzzles and works to solve the case with his friends Gongsun Ce and Zhan Zhao.

Who is Bao Zheng and what does he represent?

Bao Zheng is the cultural symbol of justice, as portrayed in Chinese folklore and historical records. Did he really preside over those judicial cases that formed the storylines of numerous Chinese operas and TV dramas?

Is it true that Justice Bao was a real person?

Yes, he is a real historical figure. Named Bao Zheng (包拯), he was born in Hefei, Anhui, China. He lived from 11 April 999 to 20 May 1062, over a thousand years ago, during the Song Dynasty (宋朝). Born low to middle class, Justice Bao grew up sympathetic of the hardships ordinary people had to go through.