佛祖統紀 35.100

35.100

四十年荀卿名況。善詩禮易春秋。齊襄王時三為祭酒。適楚為蘭陵令。因家焉。著書三十二篇。名荀子。尊王黜霸。貴仁義而賤功利。李斯韓非浮丘伯皆受業。為名儒。

In the fortieth year, Xun Qing, named Kuang, was skilled in the *Poetry*, *Rites*, *Changes*, and *Spring and Autumn Annals*. In the time of King Xiang of Qi, he served three times as Libationer. He went to Chu and served as magistrate of Lanling, and consequently made his home there. He composed a book in thirty-two chapters, named *Xunzi*. He revered the true kings and demoted the hegemons, valuing benevolence and righteousness while despising utilitarian gain. Li Si, Han Fei, and Fuqiubo all received instruction from him and became famous Confucians.