Wang Wei (701-761) was a renowned poet of the Tang Dynasty. Beyond his poetic prowess, he was an expert in music, painting, and calligraphy. As a child, he was not only bright, but he also possessed a strong sense of justice. A melon mystery in the neighborhood Near Wang Wei’s home lived an elderly man ...
The following two stories reveal how courage and wisdom can be used to defend oneself. 1. How Zheng outwitted an immoral king During the Tang Dynasty of Ancient China, King Teng was known for his highly lewd and immoral disposition. For instance, he swore to sleep with all the beautiful wives of the officials. To ...
Bronze mirrors were used as one of the daily essentials for the ancient Chinese people. They were used to check one’s appearance and for young ladies to apply make-up and style their hair. They were also esteemed as a kind of handicraft. Additionally, they were also used as funerary objects. Ancient people believed that placing ...
Under the relatively quiet, unchanged starry sky, China, in comparison, has experienced many changes in dynasties, from the Spring and Autumn periods up to the Jin Dynasty. During the Jin Dynasty, a young girl (Chunyu Tiying) used her written talent, wisdom, courage, and bravery to save her father. In the night sky of history, Chunyu ...
Like blooming flowers waiting to unfurl, young girls of 12 and 13 possess radiant beauty. The waves of history gently lap against ancient towers, brushing away the dust of the past. Emerging from the annals of time, like lotuses rising from the water, we see three young girls — Jingnu of the Qi State, Xungan ...
In the vast tapestry of human history, few cultures can rival the allure and richness of ancient China. This ancient civilization captivates the imagination, from its intricate philosophies to its majestic dynasties. Among China’s many facets, one fascinating aspect lies in the beauty standards of its women, which have been shaped by centuries of tradition, ...
During the time of the Ming Dynasty, there lived many well-known physicians who had exceptional medical abilities. In fact, some were even considered to possess supernormal skills. In the third article of our series, let’s continue exploring some of the famous physicians of ancient China. Liu Bangyong: The predictor of lifespans Liu Bangyong was born ...
This is a three-part series; please go here for Part 1 In part one of this three-part series on Ming dynasty physicians, we discussed Imperial doctor Ge Lin. In Part 2, we’ll look at a well-known physician who could cure and diagnose diseases that other doctors could not — physician Wang Sizhong. Born with an ...
This is a three-part series; please go here for part 2 In ancient China, there were physicians with amazing medical skills and abilities. Despite not having modern equipment, they could diagnose, treat, and predict the course of a patient’s life and health, and they were able to do things beyond what even today’s modern medicine ...
Once upon a time, it was said that there was a small flying mountain. Sometimes it flew toward the east, and sometimes toward the west. Yet wherever it stopped, many houses were smashed, and many people were killed. The crazy monk At that time, a monk was in Lingyin Temple northwest of present-day Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province. He ...
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