The Ming Dynasty’s Wanli period (1573-1620) was an era marked by political and economic stability, as well as …
Mikel Davis
Mikel Davis
Mikel serves as editor and sometime writer for Nspirement. He loves foreign cultures and foreign places. They have taught him many lessons. He hopes his work can impact others so they have a better life, or at least a better day.
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Mind & SpiritFeatured
In Ancient China, Virtuous Doctors Received Heaven’s Blessings
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThe ancients valued moral conduct, and this was true across all professions and industries. For example, doctors should …
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HistoryEditor's Pick
The True Story of Zheng Pingru, Protagonist of the Movie ‘Lust, Caution’ (Part 2)
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThis is a two-part story; please go here for Part 1 This is the story of Zheng Pingru, …
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HistoryEditor's Pick
The True Story of Zheng Pingru, Protagonist of the Movie ‘Lust, Caution’ (Part 1)
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThis is a two-part story; please go here for Part 2 People have passed down stories of heroes …
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Human RightsEditor's Pick
Amazing Social Media Project: ‘Painting for Dinner – Add an Extra Pair of Chopsticks’
by Mikel Davisby Mikel Davis“I am so homesick — I would love for you to invite me into your home to share …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
A Scholar Who Failed the Imperial Exam Became the Emperor’s Teacher
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisDuring the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty, there was once a scholar who traveled a great distance …
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HumansEditor's Pick
Passing on Good Habits to Children Is More Valuable Than Leaving Them Material Wealth
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisAs parents, we need to remember that instead of leaving our children a fortune, we need to help …
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AnimalsFeatured
Birds Seek Justice: The Spiritual Bond Between Humans and Animals
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThe spiritual bond between humans and animals is very real and has been recognized across cultures and throughout …
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Mind & SpiritFeatured
Monk Ming Dian Calmed a Stormy Sea by Throwing a Handful of Soil Into It
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThere once was a Japanese ship that was sailing and had reached the sea near a Chinese coastal …
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Mind & SpiritEditor's Pick
Confucius and the Mandate of Heaven: Respecting Divine Beings and Spirits
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn both Chinese and Western cultures, there is a belief in the Mandate of Heaven and the existence …