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to steal; stealthy
Kanji 1488

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Synopsis

By reading about everything from art heists to kleptomania, learn to say that a person is suspected of theft, is charged with theft, and is guilty of theft. Find out what there is to steal from Japanese temples and how such thefts have played out internationally. See whether or not the Japanese have traditionally protected their property and whether or not thievery has been an issue in Japan.

Revision history:

Feb. 15, 2022: 

  • p. 2, Etymology Box: Updated the Henshall etymology and Sears link. 
  • p. 8: Added a link to the Kanshudo games.

Apr. 27, 2018: Originally published.

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Cover of essay 1488 on 窃, titled "Stealing Away"
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JOYO ON-YOMI
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JOYO KUN-YOMI
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STROKES9
RADICAL穴 (116: hole)
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