What is the meaning of gen in Northeast China?

Gen means firm, stubborn and hard to change. In the northeast, there is a saying of "iron root", which describes the extremely tough, tenacious and unyielding characteristics in a person's bones. Root is a very important element in the traditional culture of Northeast China. It has the characteristics of tenacity, simplicity and courage, and is deeply imprinted in the character of Northeast people.

Northeasters are loyal, meticulous, decisive and straightforward. It seems dull, but in fact it dares to fight but has a sense of justice. In life, Northeasters never flinch easily. Once they have made up their minds, they will start to act immediately and will never stop until they reach their goal. It is this tenacious and unyielding trait that makes the Northeast people survive and develop in adversity.

The characteristics of Northeast China are not only due to geographical, historical and cultural reasons, but also have a profound social background. Behind these characteristics, there are two spiritual models who fought against aggression and the people's selfless dedication, and there are also strugglers who struggled tenaciously in the reform and opening up. It is these predecessors' examples that gave birth to the good qualities of modern Northeast people and promoted the all-round development of Northeast culture, economy and society.