Sil Lim Tau translates as Little Idea
The first empty hand form of Wing Chun, the most important form contains within it the primary hand moves within the whole system. Performed stationary in a single stance represents the foundation the system is built on. You could say that “Sil Lim Tau” is as deep as the ocean for it has so much to offer. A beginner cannot appreciate this because they do not know yet, but the information is there for everyone and with good instruction and daily practise
over time “Sil Lim Tau” will reveal its more subtle hidden detail and idiosyncrasies