There is a saying: “In the next life, become an ox or a horse to repay debts.” Is …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
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WisdomEditor's Pick
The Greatest Weakness of Human Nature: Remembering to Seek Profit, but Forgetting to Avoid Harm
by Max Luby Max LuThe most terrifying aspect of human nature isn’t just “forgetting morality in the face of profit,” but “forgetting …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
National Master Zhangjia and a Lesson on Careful Speech
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisZhangjia Ruobiduojie, also known as Zhangjia III, was appointed by Emperor Qianlong Hongli as the National Master, an …
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CorruptionEditor's Pick
Betrayed by the Regime: The Tragic Fate of Yan Baohang, Loyal Communist Spy
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisBorn in 1895 in Haicheng, Liaoning Province, Yan Baohang’s life seemed destined for prominence. He studied at the …
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Mind & SpiritFeatured
Resentment Toward the Divine: A Tale of Reprimand and Redemption
by Emma Luby Emma LuIn everyday conversations, there’s a saying that “good deeds don’t always bring good rewards.” This suggests that some …
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Mind & SpiritFeatured
The Formative Years of Yue Fei: A Legacy of Loyalty and Valor
by Max Luby Max LuIn A.D. 1103, during the late Northern Song Dynasty, one of China’s most renowned generals, Yue Fei, was …
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TraditionsEditor's Pick
Traditional Chinese Festivals: Cultural Significance and Modern Celebrations
by Hermann Rohrby Hermann RohrTraditional Chinese festivals serve as cultural cornerstones that bridge the past and present, preserving history while adapting to …
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SocietyEditor's Pick
The Role of Altruism in Personal Fulfillment and Community Building
by Hermann Rohrby Hermann RohrAltruism — the selfless concern for the well-being of others — has long been recognized as a cornerstone …
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Philosophy is often referred to as the “study of studies” in the Western world — a guiding compass …
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Many of our greatest enemies were once our closest friends. The people we should be most cautious of …