Family Father
Ge Di
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q553678 · wikidata
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Ge Hong
0284-01-01 – 0364-01-01
Life & Legacy
Ge Hong (Chinese: 葛洪; pinyin: Gě Hóng; Wade–Giles: Ko Hung; b. 283 – d. 343 or 364), courtesy name Zhichuan (稚川), was a Chinese linguist, philosopher, physician, politician, and writer during the Eastern Jin dynasty. He was the author of Essays on Chinese Characters, the Baopuzi, the Emergency Formulae at an Elbow's Length, among others. He was the originator of first aid in traditional Chinese medicine and influenced later generations.
He also took on the name Baopuzi (Chinese: 抱朴子), with which translates literally as 'embracing simplicity'—a reflection of his commitment to fundamental virtues, unadorned truth, and detachment from material temptations.
Occupation & Career
philosopher, alchemist, physician, writer
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Baopuzi; Shenxian zhuan; Emergency Formulae at an Elbow's Length
Legacy Highlights
Notable Work
Baopuzi · Emergency Formulae at an Elbow's Length · Shenxian zhuan
Verified Legacy Record
Family Spouse
Bao Gu
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q553678 · wikidata
Notable Work
Baopuzi
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q553678 · wikidata
Notable Work
Shenxian zhuan
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q553678 · wikidata
Notable Work
Emergency Formulae at an Elbow's Length
Source: Wikidata population candidate Q553678 · wikidata
Sources & Provenance
- Wikidata population candidate Q553678 — wikidata View source
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