# King Wǎn — Analects character guide

> King Wǎn in Analects by Confucius.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** King Wǎn

**First appearance:** 0000-book-i-hsio-r

## Who they are

A revered ancient king, praised by Confucius for his virtue and cultural legacy.

## In the story

### [XX](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/analects_se/chapters/xx)

Praised for serving the Yin dynasty despite possessing two-thirds of the empire.

### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/analects_se/chapters/i)

Although not directly named, the description of Châu's virtuous governance aligns with the ideal ruler, possibly referencing King Wǎn's legacy.

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