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Rh Shih see.

Yu is composed of two 又 yu hands entwined; hence its meaning. It is defined as "of the same class or kind." See also.

Hsi see.

Li is composed of 示 shih divine manifestation, to proclaim, etc., as radical, with a phonetic which meant a sacrificial vessel. It is defined as worship of the gods which brings happiness; hence, ritual. It bears also the varying meanings of etiquette, politeness, and propriety. It was coupled with music in the ancient educational system of China as an important factor in the art of government. Lao Tzŭ explained ceremonies as "the outward expression of inward feelings," while admitting in another utterance that they are but "the veneer of loyalty and good faith." For the Book of Rites, see.

I is simply i duty towards one's neighbour as phonetic, with 人 jen man as radical. It originally meant a limit; then usages, observances, etc.

Hsiang is a corruption of 黍 shu millet over 甘 kan sweet. It means scented, fragrant, as in Hongkong (Cantonese pronunciation), the second syllable being 港 chiang a lagoon. It is here the personal name of a man surnamed 黃 Huang, of the 2nd cent. A.D., famous as a model of filial piety 2