You Collection, Lower Volume Radical: Foot (zú) Character: ji Kangxi stroke count: 14 Page 1226, Entry 11 Pronounced ji According to the Explanation of Characters (Shuowen Jiezi), it means to kneel upright with the torso straight. According to the Explanation of Names (Shiming), it implies caution. It signifies that when one encounters someone or something worthy of reverence or fear, one dares not remain at ease. From the Strategies of the Warring States (Zhanguoce): The King of Qin knelt upright and said, Will you not teach me, sir? From the Records of the Grand Historian (Shiji), Biography of Xiang Yu: The King of Chu placed his hand on his sword and knelt upright. From the Zhuangzi, In the World of Men (Renjianshi): Supporting oneself while kneeling upright and curling the body is the proper etiquette of a subordinate. It is also used interchangeably with the character for kneeling. From the Records of the Grand Historian (Shiji), Biography of the Humorists (Huaji Zhuan): Chunyu Kun rolled up his sleeves and knelt. The commentary by Xu Guang states that this is identical to ji, referring to a slight kneeling posture.