chinese folklore

During the Qing Dynasty, an official named Liao Yiqing once recounted a true story that circulated near his …

Few phrases strike as sharply as “Heaven’s punishment and Earth’s destruction.” The phrase, once used to condemn individuals …

People often wonder whether life unfolds according to fate or through our choices. For Gao Xiaosong, this question …

In rural China a few decades ago, belief in karma was deeply rooted. People often spoke of “immediate …

During the Qing Dynasty, a man surnamed Nie from Henan was wrongly accused of murder. After being tortured …

Ancient Chinese literature is filled with dream tales that reflect on the meaning of life, power, and illusion. …

In today’s practical world, true friends are rare, and a kindred spirit is rarer still. If you are …

In Chinese history, numerous classical texts document the concept of reincarnation — the idea that while the physical body may die, …

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

Donkeys have quietly carried meaning through human history and mythology — often overlooked, yet rich with symbolism. Unlike …