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Zeng Dian

Disciple of Confucius · Academics · Born 546 BC

Zeng Dian, courtesy name Zixi, also known as Zeng Xi, was one of the earliest disciples of Confucius. He is known for a passage in the Analects in which he expressed his ambition as no more than being content with daily life.

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A typical day, 30 days to 16 June 2026

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He was the father of Zeng Shen, or Master Zeng, one of the most prominent disciples of Confucius.

Category
Academics
Type
Academic
Dates
Born 546 BC