During the Qing Dynasty, an official named Liao Yiqing once recounted a true story that circulated near his …
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Mind & SpiritEditor's Pick
The Truth Behind ‘Heaven’s Punishment and Earth’s Destruction’
by Max LubyMax LuFew phrases strike as sharply as “Heaven’s punishment and Earth’s destruction.” The phrase, once used to condemn individuals …
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Mind & SpiritEditor's Pick
The Prophecy, the Mountain, and the Moment Kindness Saved a Life
by Helen LondonPeople often wonder whether life unfolds according to fate or through our choices. For Gao Xiaosong, this question …
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In rural China a few decades ago, belief in karma was deeply rooted. People often spoke of “immediate …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
The Martial Maid Who Repaid a Debt of Gratitude With Silence and Steel
by Mikel DavisDuring the Qing Dynasty, a man surnamed Nie from Henan was wrongly accused of murder. After being tortured …
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Ancient Chinese literature is filled with dream tales that reflect on the meaning of life, power, and illusion. …
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Mind & SpiritFeatured
A Rich Man and a Beggar Became Kindred Spirits Over a Single Teapot
by Mikel DavisIn today’s practical world, true friends are rare, and a kindred spirit is rarer still. If you are …
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In Chinese history, numerous classical texts document the concept of reincarnation — the idea that while the physical body may die, …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
The Dragon King’s Warning: A Tale of Hubris and Divine Retribution
by Mikel DavisThere’s an old saying in Chinese culture: Better to believe than to risk disbelief. In many traditions around …
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Donkeys have quietly carried meaning through human history and mythology — often overlooked, yet rich with symbolism. Unlike …