Hekiganroku - Case 90: Chimon and the "Prajna Wisdom" A monk asked Chimon, "What is the substance of Prajna Wisdom?" Chimon said, "The clam swallows the bright moon." [1] The monk asked, "What is the use of Prajna Wisdom?" Chimon said, "A female rabbit becomes pregnant." [2] [1]: A Chinese metaphor expressing how a pearl is formed. [2]: According to a Chinese legend, a female rabbit becomes pregnant when it swallows the light of the full moon.