Chopping a Bodhisattva statue: Three generations, two eyes This is a true story of the consequences of karmic …
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When Wives Shaped the Fate of Ancient Chinese Dynasties Through Virtue or Deceit
by Emma Luby Emma LuIn ancient China, the role of the wife held significant weight not only within the household but also …
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Justice in Ancient China: Remarkable Stories of Crime Solving
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn ancient China, justice often depended on the bravery and wisdom of individuals who took on difficult cases …
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After founding the Ming Dynasty in Nanjing, Zhu Yuanzhang appointed his son, Zhu Biao, as Crown Prince. Zhu …
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Kou Zhun: Bold and Fearless in Service to the Emperor
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisWhen Emperor Taizong of the Northern Song Dynasty toured the Wei region, a 16-year-old Kou Zhun seized the …
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How Ancient Chinese Officials Practiced Tolerance and Humility
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn ancient China, tolerance and humility were often regarded as the highest virtues in self-cultivation and interpersonal relationships. …
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Hobbies of Ancient Chinese Emperors: A Glimpse Into Their Lives Beyond the Throne
by Max Luby Max LuIn the vast tapestry of Chinese history, emperors are often depicted as figures of immense power and responsibility, …
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Zhao Kuangyin: Song Dynasty’s Emperor Known for Kindness and Wisdom
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisZhao Kuangyin, also known as Emperor Taizu of the Song Dynasty, was a unique and admirable emperor in …
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How a Tang Dynasty Eunuch Saved Thousands With a Single Word
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThroughout the grand narrative of China’s 5,000-year history, countless unjust cases have unfolded. Time and again, righteous individuals …
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Sichuan’s Bandit-Run Toll System: An Economic Transformation in the Republic of China Era
From 1913 to 1917, in the early days of the Republic of China, the Guanghan area of Sichuan …