During the Tang Dynasty, Wang Yan, an official who served the crown prince, once remarked that the events …
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WisdomEditor's Pick
Judging People by 4 Aspects: A Traditional Chinese Way of Understanding Life and Fortune
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn his famous essay On Horses, Tang Dynasty scholar Han Yu wrote: “Fine horses are common, but those …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Destiny Hidden in the Bones: How a Beggar’s Good Deed Changed His Fate
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn Qing Dynasty China, the city of Zhangzhou in Fujian Province was home to a high-ranking military general …
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The Karma Behind Failure: A Monk Reveals Why 2 Scholars Never Passed the Imperial Exam
by Emma Luby Emma LuIn Qing Dynasty China, the imperial examination was more than a test — it was the gateway to …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Fortune Tellers of Ancient China Who Predicted Death to the Hour
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThroughout history, many have scoffed at the idea of fortune-telling — especially the notion that a fortune teller …
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Mind & SpiritFeatured
The Story of Jiukoumen: Retribution for Destroying the Dragon Head
by Max Luby Max LuIn the southern section of the Jiukoumen Great Wall, a middle-aged man sells wine known as “Hero’s Bowl-Smashing …
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WisdomFeatured
How Karma Comes Full Circle: A Real-Life Example of Retribution
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisIn the 1970s, an event involving karma and retribution occurred in Beijing involving a woman in her 60s …
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Chinese CultureFeatured
Karma’s Consequences: When Unjust Actions Lead to Dire Outcomes
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisThroughout history, stories of karma and retribution have served as powerful reminders that our actions, whether good or …
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The Dog in the Dream: A Tale of Karmic Justice and Redemption (Part 2)
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisGui Qian, now emboldened by his hidden fortune, quietly acquired fertile farmland in Huiji County through an old …
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The Dog in the Dream: A Tale of Karmic Justice and Redemption (Part 1)
by Mikel Davisby Mikel DavisLife in this world is an enigma. Although “good and evil have their rewards” isn’t just a saying, …