Zhang Lu was a prominent military leader and politician during the late Eastern Han dynasty in ancient China. He is best known for his role in the Three Kingdoms period, where he governed the region of Liu Bei and played a significant part in the power struggles of the time. Zhang Lu was recognized for his strategic skills and ability to maintain control over his territory. In addition to his military prowess, Zhang Lu was also a religious figure, associated with the Taoist faith. He led a group of followers known as the Way of the Five Pecks of Rice, which combined elements of Taoism and folk beliefs. His influence extended beyond the battlefield, impacting the spiritual landscape of his era.