Chinese society underwent massive changes and turmoil in the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China. After …
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In traditional Chinese culture, Buddhism emphasizes predestined relationships among people: between husbands and wives, relatives and friends, and …
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Chinese CultureEditor's Pick
The Four Anchors Are Traditional Chinese Virtues
by Billy Shyuby Billy ShyuThe Chinese proverb of the Four Anchors, also known as the Four Social Bonds (四維 sìwéi), represents the sense …
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This is a true story that happened in a Japanese-run prisoner-of-war (POW) concentration camp during World War II …
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Regardless of what culture or race we belong to, integrity has the highest value. A friend of mine …
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Editor's PickChinese Culture
Fascinating Rituals and Customs Surrounding Chinese New Year
by Emma Luby Emma LuChinese New Year is a traditional festival with a long history. It’s the most important holiday for Chinese people, …
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Chinese Culture
The Traditional Virtue of Filial Piety Is Well Preserved in Taiwan
by Billy Shyuby Billy ShyuWell goes an old saying: “Of all virtues, filial piety is the first (百善孝為先).” It is the traditional …
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Arts
Art Extravaganza: The Incredible Art of Crafting Shen Yun Costumes
by Helen Londonby Helen LondonShen Yun’s performances combine a live orchestra with extravagant dance movements that are an absolute delight to watch. …
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Lifestyle
Chinese Traditional Culture Embodied by Beautiful Artisan Jewelry
by Hermann Rohrby Hermann RohrMost notions about jewelry are pretty superficial, as jewelry is often associated with materialism and glamour. However, these …
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Hong Kong’s Flower Show in March 2018 opened up to much fanfare and celebration as it honored the …