Literature Reference: The sages of ancient times, the wise and virtuous. Source from 'The Analects of Confucius'.
先: Formerly. Previously. Originally. Pioneer. What comes before in time or sequence, in contrast to "later."
哲: Philosophy, the essence of wisdom. In names, it often signifies a person of astute intellect, profound knowledge, and exceptional literary refinement.
Meaning: The wise and virtuous sages of ancient times.