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10 Advantages to Practicing Chinese Calligraphy

Chinese calligraphy is a unique part of traditional culture. But nowadays, we have developed network communication tools, and we seldom write Chinese, not to mention practice calligraphy. Chinese calligraphy, however, is one of the fundamental ways of self-cultivation. Advantages you can gain from practicing calligraphy 1. It nurtures your spirit In the Yellow Emperor, an ancient Chinese medical ...

Kathy McWilliams

Several calligraphy brushes sit on a table next to bowls of ink and paper.

When Calligraphy Meets Poetry: Magic Woven by Seb Lester

There is never not a good time to read a motivational quote. Imagine walking down the street, engrossed in some sorrow, and suddenly you come across a wall that has a beautiful poem written in calligraphy that uplifts your mood and it seems like a sign from the universe. And, given the way 2020 turned ...

Raven Montmorency

Seb Lester calligraphy, 'I Wish.'

6 Types Of Ancient Chinese Art

Over the course of thousands of years, China has seen the development of numerous art forms. Some of these ancient Chinese art forms have been lost in time, becoming irrelevant in the modern era, while some continue to attract people’s attention. 6 types of ancient Chinese art that you should be acquainted with 1. Jade ...

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Jade statues.

Chinese Calligraphy for a Long and Healthy Life

Medical reports and research studies have rated practicing Chinese calligraphy as among those activities benefiting longevity. Calligraphy can dispel depression and sorrow by elevating your mind and spirit. According to Lu You, a poet of the Song Dynasty: “With a smile, you play with the brush and ink, and sickness becomes lighter.” In practicing Chinese ...

Nspirement Staff

Writing Chinese calligraphy.

Why Chinese Arts Are Considered Part of a Healthy Cultivation

Among all the activities designed to enrich the body and mind of a human being, the Chinese arts of painting, calligraphy, and music have a special place. Being an ancient civilization, the Chinese have had thousands of years to perfect these three arts. What the Chinese arts of painting and calligraphy can do for you ...

Armin Auctor

Playing the erhu.

Guarding Against Arrogance

Renowned calligrapher Wang Xizhi (王羲之), known as the Sage of Calligraphy in China, lived during the Jin Dynasty (A.D. 265-420) and had seven children. Among his children, his youngest son, Wang Xianzhi (王獻之), was also a distinguished calligrapher, but he suffered from arrogance. By the time Xianzhi was 15 years old, he had already achieved ...

Emma Lu

The Story of China’s Famous Kangxi Emperor

China’s famous Kangxi emperor was the second emperor during the Qing Dynasty, and his 61-year reign represents one of China’s most glorious eras. He began his reign at just 7 years old, on February 7, 1661. History books still praise his accomplishments to this day. Kangxi called three different ethnic heritages his own His father ...

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A portrait of the Kangxi Emperor.