The Study of the Persevering Mind
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Three Friends of Winter
The scholar’s study is one of the most important aspects of the garden. Young scholars are able go to the study to paint, practice their calligraphy, play chess, and study for exams. Through the window, the scholar is able to see the three friends of winter: the plum blossom, bamboo, and pine, which all survive the harsh winter, symbolizing perseverance. This reminds the scholar to be diligent in his studies. Also, located outside the rear facing windows of the study, there are banana leaves, which are symbolic of a diligent scholar.