Zeng Guofan, a prominent statesman of the late Qing Dynasty, made a significant impact on politics, military affairs, …
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The Mystery of Princess Taiping’s Gold and the Art of Chinese Character Divination
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisChinese characters are among the most unique written languages in the world. Their pictographic and ideographic nature allows …
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Jiang Ziya’s Keys to Success: Lessons in Patience, Passion, and Prudence
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn Chinese history, Jiang Ziya is a prime example of late-blooming success. While the legendary depictions in The …
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The old Chinese saying “One’s blessings in life come from virtue, destiny, feng shui, hidden good deeds, and …
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The Wisdom and Justice of Ancient China: Lessons From Solving Cases
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisAncient Chinese officials often demonstrated remarkable wisdom and integrity when confronted with challenges, whether in the form of …
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Ancient Chinese Wisdom: The Strategy of ‘Hitting the Grass to Frighten the Snake’
by Mikel Davisby Mikel Davis“Hitting the grass to frighten the snake” is a traditional Chinese military strategy with two meanings. The first …
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The Legacy of a Wise Mother: How Tian Ji’s Integrity Shaped the State of Qi
by Max Luby Max LuDuring the Warring States period, the State of Qi was a powerful and prosperous nation. Under the reign …