What did you mean by addressing Mr. in ancient times?

The name "sir" has a long history. However, in different historical periods, the word "Mr" is aimed at different objects, such as:

1, referring to father and brother.

In the early Warring States period, in the Analects of Confucius: "There is wine and food, sir." It means to have wine and food, that is, to honor your father and brother.

2. refers to elders and learned people.

In the mid-Warring States period, Mencius recorded: "Why did Sir say this?" It means, sir, why do you say that?

3. honorifics for intellectuals and adult men with certain status.

Ming? Huang Daozhou's Biography of Yuan Huan Gong: "Mr. Dong (Dong Qichang) said,' Gong () is only good at counting, and he has four considerations in mind.' "

Teacher Dong is knowledgeable and thoughtful.

4. Call the teacher.

Lu Xun's letter to Xiao Jun Xiaohong: "I have been a teacher and professor for many years, but I have not forgotten that I am still a student."

In the past, people called physiognomy, divination, singing, practicing medicine and watching Feng Shui as their occupations.

Qing Li Yu's Fake Disease in the Phoenix: "Please come here and feel his pulse with your heart."

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