《晋书·列传·第四章》
诏书说： 征南大将军南城侯羊祜，德行谦虚朴实，心境清廉悠远。
诏曰： 征南大将军南城侯祜，蹈德冲素，思心清远。
The imperial edict stated: The Great General Conquering the South and Marquis of Nancheng, Yang Hu, had the purest virtue and humblest conduct, and his heart was remote and clear.