Confucian scholar; Confucianist
Refers to a person who studies or is well-versed in Confucianism. Often used in historical or academic contexts.
He is researching Confucian scholars of the Edo period.
My grandfather was a Confucian scholar and often taught me the Analects.
Compound of 儒 (Ju, referring to Confucianism) + 学 (learning, study) + 者 (person). The term directly denotes a person engaged in Confucian studies.