Explanation of the name "益"
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Literature Reference: 益者三友,损者三友。—— 《论语·季氏》 There are three types of beneficial friends and three types of harmful friends. Source from 'The Analects of Confucius'.
益: Benefit, advantage, gain. In names, it often shares the same meaning as "overflow," symbolizing abundance and fullness, like water brimming over, representing exceptional intelligence, sharpness, and capability.
Meaning: Yi signifies increase and benefit, symbolizing growth and assistance, conveying positivity and blessings.
王益 (Wang Yi)
A Northern Song Dynasty politician and literati, known as the father of Wang Anshi, celebrated for his governance and literary works.
钱益 (Qian Yi)
A Song dynasty scholar and official from Dongguan, known for his integrity and benevolent governance, earning the nickname 'Buddha Qian'.
文益 (Wen Yi)
A monk of the Five Dynasties period, founder of the Fayan school of Chan Buddhism, ordained at age seven and later studied under Gui Chen, resided at the Qingliang Temple in Jinling, and was honored by the Southern Tang emperor Li Bian.