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Historical records from China’s Southern Liang Dynasty tell of an emperor who nearly destroyed a temple after his …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Ancient Chinese Diviners Who Predicted Fate With Startling Accuracy
by Mikel DavisThroughout Chinese history, stories have been told of unusual people who seemed able to glimpse the hidden patterns …
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In 1167, during the reign of Emperor Xiaozong of the Southern Song Dynasty, a story from Fengcheng, Jiangxi, …
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Jasmine tea (茉莉花茶) carries the poetic title “the spring scent of China.” For centuries, this beloved drink has …
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Zeng Guofan’s Biggest Mistake: What He Learned About Choosing a Marriage Partner
by Mikel DavisZeng Guofan is remembered as one of the Qing Dynasty’s most perceptive judges of character. Throughout his life, …
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In the stories passed down through traditional Chinese culture, actions were never seen as isolated. What a person …
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There’s an old Chinese saying: “A cup of tea each morning keeps the medicine seller away.” For thousands …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
The Qing Dynasty Painter Who Turned Down Silver to Help Another Artist
by Mikel DavisZheng Xie (1693-1765), better known by his art name Zheng Banqiao, was a celebrated painter and calligrapher of …
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During the Qing Dynasty, a poor scholar surnamed Ding lived in Tianjin. His family circumstances were modest, and …
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