Wu Collection, Lower Volume Radical: Stand (lì) Kangxi Strokes: 10 Page 870, Entry 39 Pronounced bing. As stated in the Classified Dictionary (Leipian), it means to combine, to compare, all, and together. As cited in the Book of Documents (Shujing): By taking on this great foundation together. As cited in the Book of Odes (Shijing), Qi Odes section: Driving side by side, following the two shoulders. As cited in the Book of Rites (Liji), Evolution of Rites section: The sage stands equal to heaven and earth, and matches the spirits. Also pronounced bang (falling tone), as stated in the Classified Dictionary (Leipian). It means to be near. As cited in the Book of Jin (Jinshu), Treatise on Officials: The regular attendants were permitted to enter the inner palace, and the palace attendants rode alongside the imperial carriage. Also means to connect or follow along. As cited in the Records of the Grand Historian (Shiji), Account of Dayuan: Extending along the southern mountains. As cited in the History of the Former Han (Hanshu), Treatise on Suburban Sacrifices: Extending north along the Bohai Sea. Also pronounced ban, as stated in the Classified Dictionary (Leipian). As cited in the History of the Former Han (Hanshu), Treatise on Geography: A subordinate county of Zangke Commandery. Commentary: Pronounced ban. Also written in a variant form (bìng).