Hingsen's stirring behavior was certainly not premeditated. It came naturally, like a prayer from the unconscious. Nevertheless, it was and is an expression of a completed development and a new self-consciousness. The evolution of this new development and self-consciousness was similar to that of a maxim or a proverb. On the contrary.
Maxims are the result of experience.
They are formulated through practical use by the general public. The sculpture of Hingsen was positively received by the public. This is true both for the initial, smaller version as well as for the large sculpture which is meant for exhibition in an open area. Not only decathletes and other athletes, but sports fans as well, can relate to this work. Young people often ask why stadiums are not adorned with sculptures of today's athletic idols.