Zhang Zuolin (1875-1928), warlord of Manchuria and leader of the Fengtian clique during the early Republican period; he controlled northeast China until his assassination by the Japanese in the Huanggutun Incident

timely rainfall, especially a sweet rain that falls after a long period of drought

Chang-lin Tien (1935-2002), Chinese-American professor and chancellor of the University of California, Berkeley from 1990 to 1997

Famous Qing Dynasty poet and literary figure (1817–1867), known for his lyrics and his collection "Water Cloud Tower" (Shuiyunlou Ci); he is often ranked alongside Nalan Xingde and Xiang Hongzu as one of the three great masters of Qing Ci poetry.

(literary) the good administration or kind rule of a superior that benefits the common people; used to praise a virtuous official

sweet rain after a long drought; to satisfy a long-felt need or have a long-held hope finally realized when in a difficult situation

mirin, a Japanese cooking wine

spring rains; spring showers

A widespread and timely rain that ends a long drought; often used to describe a much-needed relief that benefits everyone.

Qing Dynasty painter from Nanjing, sometimes grouped among the Eight Masters of Nanjing

continuous heavy rain; a long-lasting downpour

The appearance of rain falling without stopping; used to describe a continuous downpour.