Yin Collection, Upper Volume Radical: Roof (bù) Ning Kangxi stroke count: 12 Page 289, Entry 02 Jade Articles (Yupian): This is an ancient form of the character Ning. Detailed annotations are found at the eleven-stroke entry. Explanation of Graphs and Analysis of Characters (Shuowen Jiezi): The meaning is to be comfortable or at peace. The structure of the character is composed of Roof and Heart, placed above Vessel. A vessel is a human dining utensil, used to provide comfort to people.