Explanation of the name "先"
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Literature Reference: 先天下之忧而忧,后天下之乐而乐。—— 《岳阳楼记》 Be concerned about the world's worries before others, and enjoy the world's joys after others. Source from 'Yueyang Lou Ji'.
先: Formerly. Previously. Originally. Pioneer. What comes before in time or sequence, in contrast to "later."
Meaning: The character '先' signifies leadership and pioneering, embodying a spirit of initiative and responsibility.
程先 (Cheng Xian)
a Song Dynasty scholar from Xiuning, known for his dedication to learning and filial piety, and author of 'Dong Yin Ji'.
李先 (Li Xian)
A Song dynasty official, styled Yuanzong, from Xuzhou Linying, served in various positions, retired as a Secretary Supervisor, and lived to the age of eighty-three.
张先 (Zhang Xian)
a Song Dynasty poet known for his lyrical compositions and the famous use of three 'shadows' in his works, referred to as Zhang Sanying.