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175 articlesDisciple Rules
A classic Chinese text on moral education and proper conduct for children.
Nüwa Creates Humanity
The Chinese creation myth of Nüwa, the primordial goddess who fashioned humans from clay and established marriage.
Silk Weaving
The ancient Chinese art of silk weaving, with a history spanning over 5,000 years, featuring sophisticated techniques and cultural significance.
Qing Dynasty
The Qing Dynasty was China's last imperial dynasty ruling from 1644 to 1912, establishing a vast multi-ethnic empire.
Song Dynasty
The Song Dynasty (960-1279 CE) was a period of Chinese history marked by economic prosperity, cultural flourishing, and significant technological advancements.
Kuafu Chasing the Sun
A Chinese myth about a giant who attempts to chase and capture the sun, ultimately sacrificing himself to benefit humanity.
Gunpowder
Gunpowder, one of China's Four Great Inventions, revolutionized warfare and technological development worldwide.
Mid-Autumn Festival
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a traditional Chinese celebration marking the harvest moon and family reunion.
Chinese Characters
Chinese characters are logographic symbols that represent words or morphemes in the Chinese language, with a history spanning over three millennia.
Dizi (Chinese Flute)
The dizi is a traditional Chinese bamboo flute with a rich history spanning over 7,000 years.
Confucianism
A philosophical and ethical system originating from ancient China, emphasizing moral virtue, social harmony, and proper relationships.
Chinese Counting Rods (Suan Chou)
An ancient Chinese calculation method using counting rods for mathematical operations and computations.
Silk
Silk is a natural protein fiber produced by silkworms, historically significant in Chinese culture and global trade.
Qing Dynasty
The Qing Dynasty was the last imperial dynasty of China, ruling from 1644 to 1912.
Kung Pao Chicken
A traditional Chinese dish of stir-fried chicken with peanuts and vegetables, known for its balance of spicy, sweet, and savory flavors.
Scented Tea
Scented tea is a category of tea leaves that have been infused with flower petals or aromatic blossoms to create a unique flavor profile.
Mencius
Mencius was a Chinese philosopher who is often credited as the most famous Confucian after Confucius himself.
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.
Shang Dynasty
The Shang Dynasty was the second dynasty of China, ruling from approximately 1600 to 1046 BCE, known for its bronze work, oracle bone inscriptions, and contributions to Chinese civilization.
Jianzi
A traditional Chinese kicking game with a shuttlecock-like object, dating back over 2,000 years.