Explanation of the name "栋"
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Hanyu Pinyin:dòng
Wuxing:Wood
Recommendability:92%
Cultural Meaning:93%
Literature Reference: 大者为栋,小者为椽。——《左传·襄公三十一年》 The large ones are beams, the small ones are rafters. Source from 'Zuo Zhuan, Year 31 of Duke Xiang.'
栋: Pillar, the main beam. When used in personal names, it often signifies a person who is capable of bearing heavy responsibilities, denoting someone with talent and ability.
Meaning: Dong represents the main beam of a house, symbolizing a solid and reliable pillar, implying responsibility and dependability.
惠栋 (HUI DONG)
A Qing dynasty classicist, founder of the Wu School of Classical Studies, known for works like 'Yi Han Xue' and 'Zhou Yi Shu'.
杨栋 (Yang Dong)
A scholar and official of the Song Dynasty, known for his contributions to Confucian studies and government service.
刘栋 (Liu Dong)
a Ming Dynasty scholar and official from Shanyin, Zhejiang, known for his literary work 'Furong Yuan Ji' and his service in various government positions.