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Sima Geng (died 481 BC), courtesy name Ziniu, commonly known as Sima Niu , was a major disciple of Confucius.

Life
Sima Geng was a native of the State of Song.

Honours
In Confucian temples, Sima Geng's spirit tablet is placed in the outer court, beyond those of the Four Assessors and Twelve Wise Ones, and next to that of Qidiao Kai.

During the Tang dynasty, Emperor Xuanzong posthumously awarded Sima Geng the nobility title of Count of Xiang (向伯). During the Song dynasty, Emperor Zhenzong further awarded him the title of Marquis of Chuqiu (楚丘侯).