A wealthy and noble family named Zou lived in Changzhou County of Suzhou Prefecture. Their ancestors and elders …
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Chinese CultureEditor's Pick
The Timeless Wisdom of Zuo Zongtang: 4 Powerful Life Lessons From a Qing Dynasty Hero
by Emma LubyEmma LuZuo Zongtang, one of the most respected statesmen of late Qing China, was a figure of literary elegance …
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As we age, many people complain of memory deterioration. Everyone wants to have a smart brain. However, their …
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WisdomFeatured
The Karma Behind Failure: A Monk Reveals Why 2 Scholars Never Passed the Imperial Exam
by Emma LubyEmma LuIn Qing Dynasty China, the imperial examination was more than a test — it was the gateway to …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
When Silver Turned to Water: Mysterious Tales of Treasure, Greed, and Karmic Justice
by Emma LubyEmma LuTwo tales from the Ming Dynasty suggest that hidden silver may vanish not through theft or decay — …
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RelationshipsFeatured
What Is Love? A Heart-Wrenching Film Reminds Us in the Most Beautiful Way
by Emma LubyEmma LuIt’s been a while since a movie moved me to tears. I often long for those old, tender …
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Anyone who frequents supermarkets has witnessed and knows how discount aisles are always crowded and bustling with people …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
The 6 Pillars of Traditional Chinese Culture That Captivate the World
by Emma LubyEmma LuWith over 5,000 years of continuous civilization, China has nurtured an extraordinary legacy of traditions, values, and artistic …
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It’s often hard to distinguish genuine kindness from hidden agendas. As the ancients said: “Prosperity tests oneself; adversity …
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Mind & SpiritEditor's Pick
Who Does the Buddha Really Bless — an Evil Devotee or a Kind Non-Believer?
by Emma LubyEmma LuIn temples and monasteries, we often see the devout bowing deeply before statues of the Buddha, burning incense …