Song Ci

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Song Ci was a Chinese physician, judge, forensic medical scientist, anthropologist, and writer of the Southern Song dynasty. Song Ci was a well-known figure in ancient China during the Southern Song dynasty. He was a man of many talents, excelling in various fields such as medicine, law, and writing.

Nomenclature of human bones in Sòng Cí: Xǐ-yuān lù jí-zhèng, edited by Ruǎn Qíxīn (1843).

Physician[edit | edit source]

As a physician, Song Ci was known for his medical knowledge and skills, helping to heal the sick and injured. He was particularly interested in the study of anatomy and forensic medicine, and made important contributions to the field through his writing and research.

Judge and forensic scientist[edit | edit source]

In addition to his work in medicine, Song Ci was also a judge and forensic medical scientist. He was known for his impartiality and integrity, and was highly respected for his ability to determine the cause of death in cases of unnatural death. He used his medical knowledge and expertise to provide evidence in legal cases, helping to bring justice to the victims and their families.

Anthropologist[edit | edit source]

Aside from his work in medicine and law, Song Ci was also an anthropologist, who studied the physical and cultural characteristics of different people and populations. He was fascinated by the diversity of human cultures and the ways in which they shaped human behavior and beliefs.

Author[edit | edit source]

Finally, Song Ci was also a writer, and is remembered for his written works, which covered a wide range of topics, including medicine, law, and anthropology. He was a prolific writer, producing several books and treatises that are still widely read and respected today.

Book[edit | edit source]

He was the first known anthropologist who wrote a groundbreaking book titled Collected Cases of Injustice Rectified (Xi Yuan Ji Lu).

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