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Chî Wǎn-tsze

A minister of Wei, known for his caution and deliberation, praised by Confucius.

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Also known as Chî Wǎn-tsze

First appearance: book i hsio r

Chî Wǎn-tsze shows up with force in XIX. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Chî Wǎn is noted for thinking thrice before acting, which Confucius deems excessive.
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