Explanation of the name "择木"
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Hanyu Pinyin:
Five Elements:Fire
Recommendability:94%
Cultural Meaning:97%
Hanyu Pinyin:
Five Elements:Wood
Recommendability:80%
Cultural Meaning:69%
Literature Reference: 尚书韩择木,骑曹蔡有邻。—— 《李潮八分小篆歌》 Minister Han Zemuo, Cavalry Officer Cai Youlin. Source from 'Li Chao’s Eight-Part Small Seal Song.'
择: "To follow" extends to "to learn," signifying the selection of what is good to emulate and the practice of what is virtuous.
木: Wood and trees symbolize a person's simplicity, honesty, and approachability.
Meaning: Choosing wood symbolizes wisdom and foresight, representing the ability to discern and make wise choices.