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Chung Yû

Another name for Tsze-lû, used in some contexts, emphasizing his given name.

minor

Also known as Chung Yû, Yû, Yû - chung, Chung - tû, Chung - nî, Chung

First appearance: book i hsio r

Chung Yû shows up with force in VI. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Described as a man of decision, fit for government office.
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In VI: Described as a man of decision, fit for government office. Later, in XXIII: Mentioned as one of the ministers in…

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COConfuciusTSTsze-kungCHChieh-yüYHYang HoYHYen HûiCYChung Yû

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  • Confucius's Interlocutors and Disciples
  • Protagonist
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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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