J4 ›› 2012, Vol. 11 ›› Issue (1): 45-50.
Previous Articles Next Articles
Sima Yan ascended the throne in 265, which meant imperial replacement from Beiwei to Xijin, he immediately
reorganized the Five -rank System established in the first year of Xianxi to reward the meritorious officials and strengthen his domination. The Evolution of the Five-rank System adequately manifested the inherent characteristic of rank system,and reflected the transformation of Sima clan's political mission from the seizure of power to consolidation of power.