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Mao Qiling
Mao Qiling: A Dissenter of the Classics Mao Qiling (毛奇龄, 1623-1716), a figure largely obscured by the grand narratives of the early Qing dynasty, emerges as a compelling study in intellectual resistance and scholarly devotion. Born in Xiaoshan, Zhejiang province, Mao’s life unfolded during a period of profound political upheaval – the collapse of the Ming Dynasty in 1644 and the subsequent rise of the Manchus to power. Rather than alig
ning himself with the new regime, he steadfastly refused service, choosing instead a path of quiet scholarship and critical inquiry. This decision, coupled with his later challenge to established Confucian orthodoxy, cemented his reputation as a dissenting voice within the intellectual landscape of his time. Mao’s early life was marked by a dedication to learning, earning him a licentiate at just fifteen years old. He initially parti…