Explanation of the name "知止"
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Literature Reference: 知止慙先觉,归欤想故侯。—— 《闲斋示一二道者》 Knowing when to stop, I am ashamed of my former ignorance, and think of returning to my old lord. Source from 'Xianzhai Shi Yi Er Dao Zhe'.
知: Aware, enlightened. In names, it often signifies erudition, intelligence, and talent, embodying the notion of vast knowledge and wisdom.
止: Surname, standing still.
Meaning: Knowing when to stop signifies understanding moderation and knowing when to advance or retreat.
晏知止 (Yan Zhizhi)
A Northern Song Dynasty official and the fourth son of Yan Shu, who held various positions including judicial commissioner and prefect of Suzhou, rising to the rank of Chaozheng Dafu.