Sima Tian (Sima Qian's father)

Sima Tian was the father of Sima Qian, the famous Chinese historian. While specific details about Sima Tian’s life are limited, he was known to have been a scholar or a government official during the Han Dynasty, helping to shape the intellectual and administrative environment in which Sima Qian was raised. His influence likely encouraged Sima Qian’s later work in compiling historical records. Overall, Sima Tian's role was foundational in supporting his son’s career in history and scholarship, contributing to the preservation of China's early history through their family lineage.