Excerpt from A Dictionary of the Chinese Language, Vol. 2: Part I.; Containing Chinese and English, Arranged According to the Radicals
From a wine vessel and two hands presenting it to a supe rior; hence Tsun is applied as an appellation of respect and honor. Honorable; eminent; noble; to honour; to respect.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the significance of the forty-first radical of Chinese characters, Tsun, meaning one tenth of a cubit. The author delves into its historical origins, usage, and the diverse concepts expressed by characters that share this radical. Through an examination of the evolution of these characters, the book sheds light on the development and complexity of Chinese culture. The author presents a comprehensive analysis of Tsun, exploring its application in measuring, regulating, and symbolizing concepts related to law, morality, and social order. By deciphering the meanings embedded within these characters, the book illuminates the intricate relationship between language and the cultural values that have shaped Chinese civilization. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282558802_0
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