Socrates and Confucius are often seen as representatives of two distinct philosophical traditions — Western and Eastern. Yet, …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
The Profound Legacy of Wén and Wǔ in Chinese History and Culture
by Emma Luby Emma LuIn the vast expanse of Chinese history, the characters Wén (文) and Wǔ (武) stand as pillars of …
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WisdomFeatured
The Stoic Path to Success: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Times
by Cynthia Rohrby Cynthia RohrIn a world of constant change and uncertainty, the ancient philosophy of Stoicism offers timeless insights into achieving …
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Plutarch, a luminary of ancient Greek philosophy, has left an indelible mark on the intellectual landscape of Western …
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Mind & SpiritFeatured
Immanuel Kant: Pioneer of Enlightenment Ethics and Moral Philosophy
by David Clappby David ClappIn the 1800s, German philosopher Immanuel Kant was very critical. He is famous for making significant advances in …
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The eminent ancient Greek philosopher Plato delved into profound inquiries about the nature of existence, mainly focusing on …
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Chinese CultureEditor's Pick
Lin Yutang: Enlightenment and Return of Faith and Tradition (Part 2)
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisChinese literature, already captivating in its own right, takes on a new dimension when interpreted by Lin Yutang. …
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Chinese CultureEditor's Pick
Lin Yutang: Enlightenment and Return of Faith and Tradition (Part 1)
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn the late 19th century, in the town of Banzi in Zhangzhou, Fujian Province, there was a notable …
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Chinese CultureEditor's Pick
Finding Your Essential Self: The Ancient Philosophy of Zhuangzi Explained
by Troy Oakesby Troy OakesZhuangzi – also known as Zhuang Zhou or Master Zhuang – was a Chinese philosopher who lived around …
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Divination for 2021: Danger at the End of the Gengzi Cycle
by Emma Luby Emma LuAccording to the Chinese calendar, a full cycle is completed once every 600 years. The end of the …