King Sheng of Chu (, died 402 BC) was the king of the state of Chu from 407 BC to 402 BC during the early

Warring States period The Warring States period () was an era in History of China#Ancient China, ancient Chinese history characterized by warfare, as well as bureaucratic and military reforms and consolidation. It followed the Spring and Autumn period and concluded ...

of ancient China. He was born Xiong Dang () and King Sheng was his

posthumous title A posthumous name is an honorary name given mostly to the notable dead in East Asian culture. It is predominantly practiced in East Asian countries such as China, Korea, Vietnam, Japan, and Thailand. Reflecting on the person's accomplishments o ...

. King Sheng succeeded his father

King Jian of Chu King Jian of Chu (, died 408 BC) was from 431 to 408 BC the king of the state of Chu during the transition from the Spring and Autumn period to the Warring States period. He was born Xiong Zhong () and King Jian was his posthumous title. King ...

, who died in 408 BC. After a reign of six years, bandits killed him; his son, King Dao of Chu, succeeded him.

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Monarchs of Chu (state) Chinese kings 5th-century BC Chinese monarchs 402 BC deaths Year of birth unknown 5th-century BC murdered monarchs Assassinated Chinese politicians {{China-royal-stub