ông Đoàn trốn khách

Definition
  1. Proper Noun (Historical/Cultural Figure):
    • Chen Tuan (Chen Bo): A legendary Taoist sage, hermit, and philosopher from ancient China (c. 10th century), renowned for his profound knowledge, longevity, and mastery of meditation and qigong practices. He is a prominent figure in Chinese folklore, Taoist history, and Vietnamese culture, often symbolizing wisdom, immortality, and detachment from worldly affairs.
    • The Recluse Who Avoids Guests: This literal meaning of the name reflects his legendary characteristic of withdrawing from society, refusing official positions, and seeking seclusion in the mountains to cultivate spiritual practices.
Usage Examples
  • Proper Noun:
    • Trong truyền thuyết, ông Đoàn trốn khách là một vị tiên sống rất lâu. (In legend, Chen Tuan was an immortal who lived a very long life.)
    • Hình tượng ông Đoàn trốn khách thường gắn với sự an nhiên và trí tuệ siêu việt. (The image of Chen Tuan is often associated with serenity and transcendent wisdom.)
Advanced Usage
  • This term is primarily used in historical, literary, or cultural contexts. It is not used in everyday conversation but appears in stories, poems, or discussions about Taoism, Vietnamese proverbs, or traditional values.
  • The name itself functions as a cultural allusion. Mentioning "ông Đoàn trốn khách" can imply themes of eremitism, scholarly refusal of political power, or the pursuit of spiritual cultivation over material success.
Variants and Related Words
  • Trần Đoàn: The full Chinese/Vietnamese name of the historical figure.
  • Hi Di Tiên sinh: An honorific title (Master Xiyi) bestowed upon him by Emperor Taizong of the Song dynasty.
  • Phù Giao Tử: His self-given Taoist sobriquet.
Synonyms
  • Taoist Immortal: A being who has achieved longevity and spiritual powers through Taoist practices.
  • Hermit Sage: A wise person who lives in seclusion from society.
Related Idioms/Cultural References
  • The figure of ông Đoàn trốn khách is often invoked in contexts praising a simple, detached life or criticizing the hustle of worldly ambitions. A common proverbial sentiment associated with him is the idea of "escaping the dusty world" ().
  • His legendary ability to sleep for hundreds of days is a metaphor for deep meditation or a state of profound rest and rejuvenation.