liù​zéi

six thieves

六贼 六賊 liù​zéi
six thieves
(Buddhism) the six sources of sensory distraction: sight, sound, smell, taste, touch, and thought. These are considered roots of trouble that steal virtue from the mind.
Six Thieves
Historical term for six corrupt high officials during the late Northern Song dynasty, led by 蔡京 cài​jīng, who were blamed for the empire's decline.
six types of evil people
A general literary term for six kinds of people who harm the state or society.

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