Cheng Yunyuan was a member of a prominent family in the Huainan area. His father, Cheng Xunzhu, sold …
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Chinese Filial Piety: The Virtue That Moved Bandits and Emperors
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn the annals of Chinese history, few virtues have held as much sway as filial piety. This cornerstone …
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In the illustrious history of the Tang Dynasty, a period marked by immense prosperity and perilous upheaval, moments …
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Fan Chunren was the second son of the renowned Northern Song statesman Fan Zhongyan. As prime minister of …
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General Yang Yanzhao Disobeyed the Emperor to Defend the Country
by Emma Luby Emma LuYang Yanzhao was the eldest son of the famous general Yang Ye of the early Northern Song Dynasty …
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Discovering Humanity’s Most Loyal and Long-lasting Friend: The Horse
by Max Luby Max LuThroughout human history, countless relationships have formed between humans and animals. However, a recent study from France reveals …
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When Goujian, the ruler of the state of Yue in ancient China, received valuable counsel from his advisor …
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Every year on July 8, Russia celebrates its traditional “Family Day.” This day is dedicated to celebrating family, …
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The Mysteries of Face Reading: A Family Is Saved From Misery and a Servant Reaches New Heights
by Emma Luby Emma LuDuring the Ming Dynasty, there was a fortune teller famous for face reading who could assess a person’s …
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Birds Seek Justice: The Spiritual Bond Between Humans and Animals
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThe spiritual bond between humans and animals is very real and has been recognized across cultures and throughout …