The Meaning of \”Hook Deep Hall\”

Xiao Huang: What is the deeper meaning behind the plaque “Hook Deep Hall” inscribed by Huang Tingjian?

DOORM: It originates from the phrase in the Book of Changes, “exploring complexity and subtlety, probing depth to reach far.” It praises Cheng Yi’s profound scholarship and honors his pursuit of truth amid hardship[Float-Menu id=”1″].