Confucian scholar; alchemist
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Confucian scholar; literati adhering to Confucian doctrines
literaryRefers to scholars in ancient China who followed Confucian teachings, often implying a commitment to moral cultivation and state service. Primarily used in historical or classical literary contexts.
Ancient Confucian scholars took self-cultivation, family management, state governance, and world peace as their personal responsibilities.
This Confucian scholar was well-versed in the Five Classics and enjoyed great prestige in the local area.
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Han Dynasty Confucian scholars mostly emphasized practical learning for governing the world.
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Taoist magician; alchemist; wizard; practitioner of esoteric arts
literaryRefers to practitioners in ancient China who engaged in alchemy, elixir refining, divination, and the pursuit of immortality or supernatural powers. Often associated with the Qin and Han dynasties and Taoist traditions.
Qin Shi Huang dispatched alchemists to the Eastern Sea to search for the elixir of immortality.
Ancient Taoist magicians often refined elixirs in pursuit of the immortal path.
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This diviner is skilled at telling good and bad fortune.