Philosophie und Religion
140 articlesThe Great Learning
A classic Confucian text that forms part of the Four Books and has profoundly influenced Chinese education and philosophy.
Wu Zetian
The only woman to rule China in her own right as emperor, establishing the Zhou dynasty.
Door Gods
Chinese deities believed to protect homes and ward off evil spirits, traditionally placed on doors during Chinese New Year.
Baduanjin
Baduanjin is a traditional Chinese qigong practice consisting of eight gentle exercises that promote health and wellness.
Thangka
Thangka is a Tibetan Buddhist painting on cotton or silk appliqué depicting religious subjects.
Mount Tai
Mount Tai is a renowned mountain in Shandong Province, China, celebrated for its natural beauty, cultural significance, and geological importance.
Logicians School
The Logicians School was a philosophical tradition in ancient China focused on logic, language, and epistemology.
Mozi
Mozi was an ancient Chinese philosopher and founder of Mohism, emphasizing universal love, anti-aggression, and scientific reasoning.
Blue and White Porcelain
Blue and white porcelain is a renowned Chinese ceramic tradition characterized by white pottery decorated with blue pigment under a transparent glaze.
Wudang Kung Fu
A traditional Chinese martial art with deep roots in Taoist philosophy and practices.
Shaolin Wushu
Shaolin Wushu is a comprehensive martial arts system originating from Shaolin Temple in China, combining combat techniques with spiritual discipline.
Chinese Clay Sculpture
Chinese clay sculpture is a traditional folk art form with a history spanning over 3,000 years, featuring distinctive regional styles and cultural significance.
Cantonese Embroidery
Cantonese Embroidery, one of China's Four Great Embroideries, is a traditional textile art form with over a thousand years of history.
Miao Silver Ornaments
Traditional silver ornaments of the Miao ethnic group in China, featuring distinctive craftsmanship and cultural significance.
Dough Sculpture
Chinese traditional folk art of creating sculptures from colored flour dough.
Cantonese Embroidery
Cantonese Embroidery, one of China's Four Great Embroideries, is a traditional handicraft with over a thousand years of history originating from Guangdong Province.
Ancestor Worship
Ancestor worship is a traditional Chinese practice of venerating deceased family members and cultural heroes.
Stone Carving
Stone carving is the art of creating visual and tactile artistic images from sculptable stones, representing one of humanity's oldest art forms.
Dragon Boat Racing
Traditional water sport with cultural significance in China and beyond, particularly associated with the Dragon Boat Festival.
Stilt Walking
A traditional Chinese folk art form featuring performers walking on tall wooden stilts.