In the Tang Dynasty, during the reign known as Zhenguan (627-649), a man named Zhang Ti opened an …
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Pingyang, the Princess Warrior of the Tang Dynasty
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn the annals of history, princesses are often envisioned as delicate figures adorned in finery, far removed from …
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In ancient China, if a man wanted to divorce his spouse, he could not do it on a …
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Lu Zongdao and Meng Xin: Stories of Unwavering Honesty in Ancient China
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisDuring the time when Emperor Renzong of the Song Dynasty was still the crown prince, Lu Zongdao played …
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Lin Xiangru: Master of Diplomacy in the Warring States Era
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThe Spring and Autumn and the Warring States Period (770–221 B.C.) was a golden age in ancient Chinese …
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Unseen Beauty: Exploring the Wisdom of Wuyan, One of China’s Historical ‘Ugly Women’
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn a world where beauty is often equated with value, the story of “Wuyan,” which translates to “saltless” …
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Moral Tales of Kindness From Chinese Culture: Lessons in Compassion and Understanding
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThe Chinese classic Roots of Wisdom states: “In life, taking a step back is a mark of greatness; …
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Fan Zhongyan’s mother, Mrs. Xie, had a difficult life, experienced much hardship, and tasted many bitter experiences. As …
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Embracing Harmony and Tolerance: Wisdom From Ancient China
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisTolerance, patience, generosity, and kindness are easily spoken of, but they are challenging to embody, especially in today’s …
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Emperor Taizong’s Reign: The Golden Age of the Tang Dynasty
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisDuring the final years of the Sui Dynasty, chaos reigned as heroes rose across the land. With his …