What profession was Ricci apart from being a missionary?
Cartographer
Astronomer
Physician
Merchant
Answer
Astronomer was the other profession that Ricci was known for, aside from his missionary work. He gained fame as an astronomer when he introduced Western astronomy and mathematical knowledge to the Chinese during the late Ming Dynasty. Ricci's astronomical expertise played a crucial role in earning the respect and attention of the Chinese intellectual elite and imperial court.
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