Teng

State · 750–451 BCE · at its largest around 750 BCE

Small Zhou vassal state in southern Shandong ruled by a branch of the Ji royal clan, remembered in the Mencius for its ruler Duke Wen.

On its lands while it lasted

• Tengzhou (c. 750 BCE): Capital of Teng (750 BCE–451 BCE).
• Mozi (c. 470 BCE – 391 BCE): Philosopher who founded Mohism, advocating impartial care, opposition to offensive war and meritocratic government.

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