A tragic night for the Zhao family In the village of Zhao in Xinzhou, a family with the …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Tales of Compassion: Emperor’s Mercy and Commoner’s Charity
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn ancient China, compassion and virtue were held as cornerstones of society. Acts of kindness, whether from those …
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Succession in the Southern Song Dynasty: Zhao Shen’s Path to the Throne
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisEmperor Gaozong of the Southern Song Dynasty faced a significant dilemma early in his reign: deciding who would …
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Destiny and Moral Character: Insights From Ancient Chinese Wisdom
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisBackdoor deals can often be effective in trivial matters, such as acquiring scarce goods in the market or …
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A lasting legacy is defined by two things, it’s historic impact and the moral virtue it represents. Humans …
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Monk Ming Dian Calmed a Stormy Sea by Throwing a Handful of Soil Into It
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThere once was a Japanese ship that was sailing and had reached the sea near a Chinese coastal …
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Han Zao Was an Amazing Fortune Teller in the Southern Song Dynasty
by Emma Luby Emma LuHan Zao was a famous fortune teller during the Southern Song Dynasty. He had a stall in the …
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Ancient Chinese knowledge and insights have come to be viewed as having somewhat magical or mystical qualities. One …
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Many people brought up in the traditional Chinese culture would have heard the expression: “There is a filial …