Wei Collection, Middle Volume Radical: Silk (mì) Kangxi strokes: 10 Page 918, Entry 01 Pronounced fen. In the Explanation of Characters (Shuowen Jiezi), it refers to a horse tail covering. In the Jade Chapters (Yupian), it means disordered or loose. Furthermore, in the Notes on Erudition (Guangya), it denotes a multitude, or joy. In the Book of Changes (Yijing), it is written: use the ritual archivist and shamans in a flourishing (fen) manner, which is auspicious. In the Explanation of Texts (Shiwen), it notes that it signifies a multitude or joy; another source says it means abundant. In the History of the Former Han (Qianhan Shu), Records on Rites and Music: feathers and banners fluttered in abundance. The commentary notes that this refers to their great number. In the Book of Documents (Shujing), Testamentary Charge: bamboo mats with decorative borders. The commentary explains that this means borders like ribbons, which are patterned and narrow. In the Book of Rites (Liji), Inner Teachings: wearing a sash and wiping-towel on the left. The commentary explains that these are towels for wiping objects, worn as an accessory. In Yang Xiong’s Rhapsody on the Feathered Hunt (Yulie Fu): blue clouds acted as banners. The commentary explains that this refers to the streamers of a banner. Pronounced fen. Used in the compound describing a chaotic appearance. Pronounced fu (falling tone). Sun Chu’s Rhapsody on Snow (Xue Fu): The god of thunder scatters snow, interlaced and fluttering. The rich moisture settles and flows, moistening the fields throughout.