Kanji 憲: constitution, law
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Kanji 憲: constitution, law. Readings and core meaning.
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Core meaning / core image
Core meaning: 憲
constitution, law
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Mnemonic story
Mnemonic story
The constitution (憲) refers to the fundamental law of a nation that establishes order like a net (罒) under the roof (宀) of the state, while uniting the hearts (心) of its people.