Explanation of the name "刺股"
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刺
Hanyu Pinyin:cì
Five Elements:Metal
Recommendability:60%
Cultural Meaning:60%
股
Hanyu Pinyin:gǔ
Five Elements:Wood
Recommendability:72%
Cultural Meaning:80%
Literature Reference: Stabbing the thigh to stay awake, and stealing light to deepen thought. Source from 'Xi Fen Yin'.
刺: To pierce, to stab with something sharp.
股: Thigh.
Meaning: Stabbing the thigh symbolizes diligence and perseverance in study.
