Among the seven sages of the bamboo forest, Dan Tao was honored as the "eldest", not only because he was the oldest among the seven sages, but also because of his unparalleled demeanor. Dan Tao died of poverty, had no concubine all his life, and constantly promoted sages, so he had certain political ability and moral integrity.

Background:

I was lonely in my early years and my family was poor. Good theory of Lao zi and Zhuang zi, making friends with Ji Kang and Ruan Ji. Dan Tao is leaving his job and wants to ask Ji Kang to take his place. Ji Kang wrote to break up with him. At the age of forty, it was a princess book. Dan Tao turned a blind eye to Sima Yi and Cao Shuang's struggle for power and profit, and stayed out of the world. After Sima Shi came to power, he wanted to be attached to him and was promoted to a scholar. In addition to his doctor, he moved to the official department of Shangshu.

When contemporary Wei proclaimed himself emperor, he made him a great hero. As a servant, he moved to the official department of Shangshu, the prince of Shaofu, and the left servant. Every choice made by officials, first adhering to Sima Yan's will and making comments in person, is called "Mountain Announcement". Because of my old habit, I have resigned many times and I am not allowed. After worshipping Si Tuleideng, he resumed his resignation and returned to China. A few days later, he died, saying he was healthy. There are ten volumes, which have been lost, and there are series books today. In "Who's Who", Justin called Dan Tao and other seven people "bamboo celebrities".

Before and after the election in Dan Tao, all officials chose talents and used their abilities. When Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty issued the imperial edict to abolish the military service system in the world, he thought that the state and county military equipment should not be abolished. His exposition is exquisite, and everyone thinks that "don't imitate Sun and Wu, but coincide." Later, there was chaos in the world, and counties were unable to suppress it, as Dan Tao said.