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You and I, wacky together
Armpit noises??? 用和為貴you.wa.i.ki Literally: (to) use – harmony – do – valued Alternately: A statement that the most important thing is good relations between people. One should cherish positive interpersonal relations in all of society. Notes: This one is in … Continue reading
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Tagged ancient constitutions, Chinese Antiquity, Classic of Rites, 為貴, 用和, 礼記, 礼记, 禮記, 聖徳太子, Japanese antiquity, Lijing, social harmony, the importance of peace, 十七条憲法
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When you write the right rite
温柔敦厚 on.juu.ton.kou Literally: warm – soft – kind – thick / kind Alternately: Kind and gentle, considerate and loving. Notes: This is a compound of compounds. 温柔 expresses a warm, mild disposition; 敦厚 is humanity and kindness. Similar terms include … Continue reading
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Tagged Classic of Rites, 礼記, ducks, human kindness, Liji, Raiki, warm, 敦厚, 温柔
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