“Live long, learn long” is a familiar Chinese saying. But in imperial China, some men took that idea …
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WisdomEditor's Pick
Heaven’s Warnings: The Meaning and Symbolism of Natural Disasters
by Mikel DavisTraditional Chinese thought treated natural disasters as moral signals rather than accidents of nature. Seen as Heaven’s warnings, …
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In ancient China, Yan Hui (c. 521-481 B.C.) was regarded as Confucius’ most beloved disciple. Known for his …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
The 6 Pillars of Traditional Chinese Culture That Captivate the World
by Emma LubyEmma LuWith over 5,000 years of continuous civilization, China has nurtured an extraordinary legacy of traditions, values, and artistic …
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Mind & SpiritFeatured
How a Modern Age Can Combine Confucianism and Taoism in Leadership
by Hermann RohrIn an era where leadership is constantly evolving, the need for ethical and effective practices has never been …
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Wang Yangming (1472-1529), also known as Wang Shouren, was one of the Ming Dynasty’s most influential thinkers, philosophers, …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Xu Heng: Statesman, Educator, and Moral Exemplar in the Early Yuan Dynasty
by Mikel DavisThe Yuan Dynasty, founded by the Mongolian descendants of Genghis Khan, ruled China from 1271 to 1368. Kublai …
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The Tainan Confucius Temple (台南孔廟), also known as the “Scholarly Temple” or “First Academy of Taiwan” (全台首學), is …
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Respect for your elders is deeply ingrained in Korean culture. This respect is based on Confucian philosophy and …
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Chinese culture is over 5,000 years old and has impacted the entire world in many different ways. 7 …