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Illustrated tutorial on how to tie the Wan Zi Knot (Oxalis Knot)

Illustrated tutorial on how to tie the Wan Zi Knot (Oxalis Knot)

The Ten Thousand Character Knot is named after its shape that resembles the Sanskrit word Ten Thousand Characters. The shape of the knot is similar to that of sorrel, so it is also called the sorrel knot. It is also called the Japanese mast knot. It is an auspicious sign from India and a symbol of Buddhism, which means the meaning of all things. It is one of the basic knots of Chinese knot.
Hand-drawn drawing of the ten thousand-word knot wiring:

Illustrated tutorial on how to tie the Wan Zi Knot (Oxalis Knot)

Use of ten thousand-word knot:

The ten thousand-character knot is often used as an embellishment. For example, when weaving auspicious ornaments, it can be used in large quantities to convey good luck and longevity

The meaning of the ten-thousand-word knot:

Ten thousand symbolizes a large and numerous number, such as managing a lot of things and having a lot of money. It also represents absolute meaning, such as being foolproof.

Wan Ye often writes. Swastika was originally Sanskrit, a common symbol of Buddhist holy places. In the second year of Wu Zetians longevity, it was adopted as a Chinese character, with the word "wan" pronounced as "ten", which is regarded as auspicious and blessed. The pattern means eternity and continuity, which is called brocade.

Illustration of how to weave the Chinese knot and tutorial on how to tie the knot:

Illustrated tutorial on how to tie the Wan Zi Knot (Oxalis Knot)

1. The first step of illustrating the knitting method of the Ten Thousand Character Knot;

Illustrated tutorial on how to tie the Wan Zi Knot (Oxalis Knot)

2. Illustration of the second step of knitting the ten-thousand-word knot;

Illustrated tutorial on how to tie the Wan Zi Knot (Oxalis Knot)

3. Pass the red circles through each others knots;

Illustrated tutorial on how to tie the Wan Zi Knot (Oxalis Knot)

4. Tighten slowly and hard

Illustrated tutorial on how to tie the Wan Zi Knot (Oxalis Knot)