The dramatic story of Blue Jade’s downfall is one of glory transforming into tragedy, set against the rich …
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WisdomEditor's Pick
6 Words of Ancient Chinese Wisdom for Lasting Success and Respect
by Mikel DavisIn a world where communication is fast and ambition runs high, these six ancient words offer something surprisingly …
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WisdomEditor's Pick
Fierce Dogs and Temple Rats: How Unchecked Power Leads to a Nation’s Downfall
by Mikel DavisThe Spring and Autumn period and the Warring States period were a golden age for Chinese fables. These …
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Success often hinges on details that are not immediately visible. While some details are apparent and occur in …
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Winston S. Churchill (1874-1965) was an outstanding political leader of the 20th century. He was a first-rate politician, …
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People who get entangled in trivial matters often find it difficult to accomplish great things. Lincoln dismisses trivial …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
The Plain Woman With Extraordinary Wisdom: The Remarkable Story of Su Liu
by Mikel DavisOne day, King Min of Qi, accompanied by a grand entourage, set out on a tour and arrived …
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Chinese Culture
The Lesson From King Song Kang: The Perils of Ignoring Unpleasant Truths
by Mikel DavisWhen the Qi King sent a large army to invade the Song Kingdom, the news reached the arrogant …
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A true embodiment of the saying “a hero doesn’t fear a humble beginning,” Di Qing’s journey from a …
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Zeng Guofan came from a farmer’s family, yet he was able to achieve the ranks of nobility and …