Diagram of the Ritual Arrangement for Each of the Ten Philosophers

The Ten Philosophers (Shizhe) are the elite disciples of Confucius, recognized for their mastery of his teachings. In the ritual hall, five tablets are placed on the east side and five on the west.

Spirit Tablet of the Former Worthy Duanmu Ci original: "端木賜" (Duanmu Ci), also known as Zigong, famed for his eloquence and diplomatic skill.
Spirit Tablet of the Former Worthy Min Sun original: "閔損" (Min Sun), also known as Ziqian, renowned for his filial piety.
Spirit Tablet of the Former Worthy Ran Yong original: "冉雍" (Ran Yong), also known as Zhonggong, praised for his virtuous character.
Spirit Tablet of the Former Worthy Zhong You original: "仲由" (Zhong You), also known as Zilu, the brave and loyal warrior-disciple.
Spirit Tablet of the Former Worthy Bu Shang original: "卜商" (Bu Shang), also known as Zixia, a major figure in the transmission of the Classics.

Spirit Tablet of the Former Worthy Ran Geng original: "冉耕" (Ran Geng), also known as Boniu, known for his excellent conduct.
Spirit Tablet of the Former Worthy Zai Yu original: "宰予" (Zai Yu), also known as Ziwo, a brilliant but argumentative orator.
Spirit Tablet of the Former Worthy Ran Qiu original: "冉求" (Ran Qiu), also known as Ziyou, talented in administration and the arts.
Spirit Tablet of the Former Worthy Yan Yan original: "言偃" (Yan Yan), also known as Ziyou, distinguished for his knowledge of literary matters.
Spirit Tablet of the Former Worthy Zhuan Sunshi original: "顓孫師" (Zhuan Sunshi), also known as Zizhang, noted for his dignified appearance and wide-ranging mind.

Chestnuts | Dried Venison | Salt | Dates | Broomcorn Millet | Proso Millet | Pickled Turnip | Deer Meat Paste | Pickled Celery | Rabbit Meat Paste
These items represent the traditional "Six Baskets and Six Vessels." The grains (millet) are placed centrally, flanked by dried fruits/meats (right) and pickled vegetables/meat pastes (left).

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