Scholars belong to the concept of sociology. There are broad and narrow differences. A scholar in a broad sense refers to a person who has a certain level of knowledge and can express ideas and put forward opinions in related fields. A scholar in a narrow sense refers to a person who specializes in an academic system.
Source:
1, "Notes on Changing to fasting": "Xingyang scholar, Lu, needs to read clearly."
2. "Notes on Han Xiu Caotang" Volume III: "Huang Qi scholars should know right and wrong, and not treat two moments as normal and sudden."
3. Suixian literature and history materials Yuan Luyuan: "Luyuan is in Mingfengmen, a place where scholars gather for banquets."