Li Zhizao
Li Zhizao (李之藻, 1571 – 1630) was a scholar of the late Ming dynasty in China. In 1598 he first entered government service, and in 1601 he met Matteo Ricci and began scientific and technological work with him. In 1610 he became a Roman Catholic. In 1621, on the recommendation of Xu Guangqi, he became
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Li Zhizao (李之藻, 1571 – 1630) was a scholar of the late Ming dynasty in China.
In 1598 he first entered government service, and in 1601 he met Matteo Ricci and began scientific and technological work with him. In 1610 he became a Roman Catholic. In 1621, on the recommendation of Xu Guangqi, he became Director of the Court of Imperial Sacrifices.
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