ancient china

Duke Zhuang of Wei had three sons. The eldest was kind and virtuous, the second known for his …

Today, most of us wouldn’t dream of taking a long trip without GPS. Whether driving or walking, modern …

In the final years of the Qing Dynasty, a humble man named Han Weng lived in Huating County. …

In ancient China, Yan Hui (c. 521-481 B.C.) was regarded as Confucius’ most beloved disciple. Known for his …

There’s an old saying in Chinese culture: Better to believe than to risk disbelief. In many traditions around …

The Tang Dynasty, often celebrated as the golden age of China, is remembered for more than its splendor, …

Two tales from the Ming Dynasty suggest that hidden silver may vanish not through theft or decay — …

When people think of virtuous empresses in Chinese history, names like Empress Zhangsun of the Tang Dynasty and …

Throughout Chinese history, countless officials and ordinary citizens have faced moral dilemmas that tested their character. When lives …

In ancient China, the scholar-official Fan Zhongyan once wrote: “Be the first to worry about the world’s troubles, …