brotherly love, family love, moral character, sense of responsibility, virtue and morality

Ancient Chinese Wisdom: Brotherly Love and Virtue

In traditional Chinese culture, the bond between brothers is highly valued, and it is considered to be one of the most important relationships a person can have. Some people treat their brothers like strangers, refusing to help them when they are in need. However, those who treat their brothers with love and affection will be ...

Trisha Haddock

Two brothers sitting on a wooden bench by a lake in the fall.

The Power of Filial Piety to Change People’s Fate

Throughout history, many people were so righteous and filial that those around them were inspired to practice righteousness. Here are two stories of how filial piety changed people’s fate. Filial piety converts a robber During the Han Dynasty, there lived a man named Zhao Zi. After being appointed governor of Dunhuang, he became the highest ...

Tatiana Denning

Elderly Chinese couple standing outside their home in a village in China.

Only ‘Blessed People’ Know Where Blessings Come From

There is well-being in a home that accumulates virtue, as blessings abound. If you are willing to give warmth to others, this warmth will not disappear, but it will be preserved in the hearts of those who received such warmth. The giving of that warmth is a reward in itself. When you are in need, others ...

Michael Segarty

A tree with pink blossoms beside a stream with an ancient Chinese-style house in the background.

Recorded Miracles During History’s Epidemics

Over the course of history, humans have experienced many epidemics and plagues, such as the Plague of Athens in 430 B.C., the Black Death in the 14th century, and the Spanish Flu during World War I. Though they have brought great disaster to society, there have also been many recorded miracles during history’s epidemics.  A ...

Tatiana Denning

The painting 'St. Charles Borromeo Administering the Sacrament to Plague Victims' by S.Caula.

Japanese Children Win at the Starting Line

Japan has always led the way with its unique approach to education. Their traditions are embedded in their education system so that Japanese children inherit a solid foundation of virtue and morality, along with academic knowledge. China, on the other hand, has been focussing more on a child winning than being virtuous. China’s education system ...

Kathy McWilliams

Japanese school children.