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Kong Wenzi

5.15

Zigong asked, “How did Kong Wenzi get the title ‘Cultured?’”

Confucius replied, “He was hardworking and loved to learn. He was also not above asking questions of his inferiors. That’s how he got the title of ‘Cultured.’”

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Categories Book 5 Tags Confucius, Culture, Kong Wenzi, Learning, Work Ethic

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