Fan Chunren was the second son of the renowned Northern Song statesman Fan Zhongyan. As prime minister of the Northern Song Dynasty, Fan Chunren had a peculiar habit. Whenever he finished his work at the government office, he would change into simple, plain clothing as a part of his daily routine. From his youth to ...
Yang Yanzhao was the eldest son of the famous general Yang Ye of the early Northern Song Dynasty (960-1123). Yang Ye had been stationed at the Yanmen Pass for many years and was the enemy of the Khitanians who opposed the Song. They were so afraid of him that they called him “The Invincible Yang.” ...
Throughout human history, countless relationships have formed between humans and animals. However, a recent study from France reveals that horses, when treated well, can become humanity’s most loyal and enduring friends. This fascinating research was published in the journal Animal Behavior. Training and testing horses The study was conducted by Carol Sankey, an animal behaviorist ...
When Goujian, the ruler of the state of Yue in ancient China, received valuable counsel from his advisor Fan Li when he found himself trapped on Mount Kuaiji by King Fuchai of Wu. Fan Li advised Goujian on how to navigate this dire situation and emphasized that in times of crisis, one must prioritize preserving ...
Every year on July 8, Russia celebrates its traditional “Family Day.” This day is dedicated to celebrating family, love, and loyalty across the nation — a nationwide occasion known as the Day of Family, Love, and Fidelity. Establishment of Family Day In 2008, a proposition from the Russian State Duma initiated the celebration of “Family ...
During the Ming Dynasty, there was a fortune teller famous for face reading who could assess a person’s character and personality from their outer appearance. His name was Yuan Gong and he wrote a book on the subject that became a must-read for anyone interested in learning the art. His son, Yuan Zhongche, also inherited ...
The spiritual bond between humans and animals is very real and has been recognized across cultures and throughout history. Birds, as living beings with a soul, can play a part in human affairs and have even been known to seek justice for their benefactors as can be seen in the following two stories from ancient ...
Nothing quite matches the infinite loyalty and unbreakable bond between a pet and its owner. Throughout the years, hundreds of incredibly touching stories have documented this amazing bond of loyalty. Let’s take a look at three heartwarming stories of animals displaying loyalty to humans. Hachiko: Japan’s most loyal dog Hachiko’s real story begins with ...
In ancient China, widows who decided not to remarry were considered models of loyalty (忠) and chastity (贞). The Chinese believed that it was Heaven, not mortals, that had the final say over one’s destiny. This principle is embodied in the folktale behind the Chinese proverb “Just as rain falls from the heavens, your mother ...
A recent incident in the province of Sassari, Italy, shows that dogs are not just man’s best friend during their lifetimes, but that their loyalty can extend even beyond that. What an Italian man’s dog did after his death is beyond explanation. Who would think that a dog could be so connected to his owner ...
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