About Sima Zhen
Lived 679 – 732 (aged 52–53). Sima Zhen was a Chinese historian.
Sima Zhen (; 679–732), courtesy name Zizheng (Tzu-cheng; 子正), was a Tang dynasty Chinese historian born in what is now Jiaozuo, Henan.
Sima Zhen was one of the most important commentators on the Shiji. His commentary is known as the Shiji Suoyin , which means "Seeking the Obscure in the Records of the Grand Historian".
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Sima Zhen?
Chinese historian during the Tang dynasty
When was Sima Zhen born?
Sima Zhen was born in 679.
When did Sima Zhen die?
Sima Zhen died in 732.
What was Sima Zhen's occupation?
Sima Zhen was a historian.
What nationality was Sima Zhen?
Sima Zhen was Chinese.
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