According to Tang Rhymes (Tang Yun), pronounced lian. According to Collected Rhymes (Jiyun), pronounced lian. The pronunciation is the same as lian. Explanation from Analytical Dictionary of Characters (Shuowen Jiezi) defines it as a curtain. Explanations from the Jade Chapters (Yupian) define it as a tent or hanging cloth. It is something hung outside a door. Explanations from the Lexicographic Interpretations (Shiming) state: Lian, which is to say lian (a curtain), implying that by shielding oneself one demonstrates a sense of shame. The Quick Literacy Book (Jijiupian) contains the phrase: Supporting rafters, door curtains, ribbons, and tassels. Commentary notes: Door curtains are the hangings on a door. Additionally, according to Collected Rhymes (Jiyun), there is another pronunciation using the combination of li and zhen, pronounced lin. Lian-shan is a term used to describe the appearance of feathers.