Explanation of the name "铭坊"
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铭
Hanyu Pinyin:míng
Five Elements:Metal
Recommendability:97%
Cultural Meaning:95%
坊
Hanyu Pinyin:fāng
Five Elements:Earth
Recommendability:92%
Cultural Meaning:91%
Literature Reference: An inscription is a self-proclamation, proclaiming the virtues of one's ancestors to be known by future generations. Source from 'The Book of Rites'.
铭: To engrave in memory and in heart. Practicing gratitude and filial piety fosters the making of virtuous connections and attracts the favor of noble souls.
坊: "Lixiang" is often used in the names of streets and alleys, and in personal names, it is employed to highlight individuality and temperament.
Meaning: To inscribe is to remember forever, and 'fang' signifies inheritance and promotion, symbolizing the remembrance and passing down of ancestral virtues.
