ancient china, chinese education, chinese virtues, chinese wisdom, ethical values, familial guidance, frugality, historical figures, kou zhun, moral teachings, northern song dynasty, traditional family values

The Inspirational Story of Kou Zhun’s Mother: A Lesson in Moral Education

China, with its 5,000-year-old civilization, has always been recognized for the importance it places on familial education. Ancient Chinese believed in nurturing good character and morals in their children, such as the renowned minister Kou Zhun, following the principle that one can only “manage the family, govern the country, and pacify the world” by leading ...