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He is portrayed in the text as lazy and argumentative.

Tsai Yu / Zai Yu: A Confucius disciple with whom he expressed great disappointment.

Wang-sun Chia: Wei’s commander-in-chief.

Tzu-Hsia / Shang: A revered disciple whom Confucius congratulates on his understanding of the Book of Songs.Jan Ch’iu / Ran Qiu: A court minister serving the Chi family.Lin Fang: A disciple who was known for his slow wit and general lack of intelligence.The Analects represent a collection of his sayings documented by his disciples after his death. His philosophy emphasized morality, sincerity, and an awareness of the correct way of conducting himself in all matters. Confucius / The Master / Master K’ung: Chinese philosopher, politician and teacher who lived between 551 and 479 a.Tzu-lu: A disciple sometimes called Yu.His premature death caused some confusion and is mentioned at various points in the text.

Yen Hui / Yan Yuan: Confucius’ most famous disciple.

Meng Wu Po / Mang Wu: The son of Meng I Tzu / Mang I.

Meng I Tzu / Mang I: A young patrician from the state of Lu who was sent to study with Confucius by his father.