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Shâo-lien
A person mentioned in a saying about the difficulty of being a minister, possibly a historical figure.
minor
Also known as Shâo - lien
First appearance: book i hsio r
Shâo-lien shows up with force in VIII. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned alongside Liû-hsiâ Hûi for similar conduct.
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Character groups
- Historical Statesmen and Recluses
- Protagonist
- Confucius's Interlocutors and Disciples
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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