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8 Exemplary Mothers of Ancient China: The Pillars of Virtue and Valor (Part 1)

Throughout history, mothers have played a profound role in shaping cultures and values. In ancient China, the phrase “when you drink water, think of its source” illustrates the deep appreciation for one’s origins and the foundational role of mothers. This article, the first in a three-part series, explores the lives of some of the most ...

Mikel Davis

A flowering Cymbidium hybrid orchid.

The Compassion of General Yue Fei, an Ancient Chinese Legend

Ancient China had military generals who changed the course of history, leaving stories of legends that have been told for centuries. These stories are of endurance in battle, loyalty to their kingdoms, and tales of wise, brave young men. The most famous military general was Yue Fei, whose story is the most notable. The compassion of Yue Fei ...

Emma Lu

The battle of Zhuxian County.

A Story of Kung Fu

One of the greatest cultural exports from China is kung fu. The martial art has been developed over thousands of years and literally means “achievement made through effort.” People mistakenly assume that kung fu originated with the Shaolin Temple. This is not true. The history of kung fu goes back much further. History of Kung ...

Armin Auctor