Yan Weng of Yinwenyuan, Zhejiang, was a grand academician during the Ming Dynasty, residing in Fucheng. Once, when …
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The Demise of 2 Corrupt Officials: Cai Jing and Yan Song
by Emma LubyEmma LuSome infamous corrupt officials in history have left behind disastrous legacies — destroying the court’s integrity, harming loyal …
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Debts must always be repaid, one way or another. In the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, the …
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In a remote temple during the Ming Dynasty, an elderly abbot held ancient secrets and profound wisdom, guiding …
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During the Ming Dynasty, in Xincheng County of Jianchang Prefecture, Jiangxi Province, a devoted son named Wu Shaozong …
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Ming Dynasty Tale: The Reward for Virtue and the Punishment for Greed
by Mikel DavisVirtue is always rewarded. In the Ming Dynasty, outside the East Gate of Wuxi County in Jiangsu, there …
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In ancient China, acts of kindness and compassion were seen as virtuous and were often believed to bring …
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Mystical Medicine of the Ming Dynasty: Tales of Extraordinary Diagnostics
by Mikel DavisLife and death are preordained, and the heavens determine wealth and honor. The blessings, fortunes, and longevity of …
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Hai Rui: Champion of Integrity Against Ming Dynasty Corruption
by Mikel DavisDuring the reign of Emperor Shizong of the Ming Dynasty, Hai Rui, the magistrate of Chun’an County in …
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In the book Unfounded Rumors, penned by Ming Dynasty historian Wang Tonggui, a sobering narrative unfolds, brimming with …