Shixian
| PersonType | Category:Classical Chinese Authors |
|---|---|
| MainNamePhon | Shixian |
| MainNameTib | 省庵實賢 |
| bio | Sheng'an Shixian was a Chinese Buddhist monk born in 1686 in Changshu, Jiangsu province. He came from a Confucian family background, which was common for many educated individuals during the Qing dynasty period. Shixian later became known as a Buddhist master, with the honorific title "Shengan fashi" (Dharma Master Shengan) attached to his name.
He lived during a time of significant cultural and intellectual developments in China. The late 17th and early 18th centuries saw a revival of Confucian classicism alongside continued Buddhist influence, creating a complex religious and philosophical landscape. Shixian's transition from a Confucian family background to becoming a Buddhist monk reflects a pattern seen in other notable figures of the time, such as Peng Shaosheng, who was a Confucian literatus turned Buddhist layman. This suggests that Shixian may have been part of a broader trend of intellectual and spiritual exploration during this period in Chinese history. (Generated by Perplexity Jan 15, 2025) |
| YearBirth | 1686 |
| YearDeath | 1734 |
| BornIn | Changshu, Jiangsu province |
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