Note
Temples are built on soil with precise measurement.
Breakdown of temple
soil; earth
土
Ten crops, one soil.
measurement
寸
You take your measurements by using one hook, which contains a dot for every centimeter.
Usages of temple
time; hour
時
You can tell the time because the the sun casts its light on the sundial next to the temple.
wait
待
You have to wait for permission before stepping into a temple.
(お)寺(o)tera
temple
寺
temple
hold
持
special
特
You built a temple to honor your cow, because you think she's special.
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