Peng Zu lived 8 years in history.

Peng Zu, also known as Keng or Peng Mao. According to legend, Peng was named Keng, the great-grandson of Emperor Zhuan Xu and the son of Lu Zhong. In Taoism, Peng Zu is famous for his longevity. Legend has it that Peng Zu lived 8 years, and his life spanned the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period. Peng Zu is regarded as a symbol of immortality, leaving a deep mark on historical legends.

Peng Zu experienced more than 5 monarchs in his long life. He used to be an official and lived in seclusion in the mountains, practicing health. Peng Zu's longevity has become a classic example of health preservation in later generations. Confucius, Xunzi and other representatives of Confucianism have all mentioned Peng Zu's longevity in the article. Peng Zu's health care wisdom and experience have been praised by later generations and become an important Taoist classic.

the legend of Peng Zu's death

1. seclusion in the mountains

there is a legend that Peng Zu chose seclusion in the mountains when he was over 8 years old, and he died in nature. He passed on his wisdom of keeping in good health to his disciples, and then passed away and became one with nature.

2. Immortalization

Another way of saying this is that when Peng Zu was over 8 years old, his Daoism reached a very advanced level and he successfully ascended to immortality. He bid farewell to the mortal world, soared to heaven, and spent his days with the gods.

3. Accidental death

The last legend is accidental death. Peng Zu died when he was over 8 years old because of an accident. Although Peng Zu lived a long life, he could not escape the fate that mortals would eventually be arranged by the laws of nature, and he could only die in an accident.

above content reference: Baidu Encyclopedia-Peng Zu