Time:05/26/2016 Hits:46
The concept of shenghuo, meaning "life," has played an increasingly important role in Chinese thought since the start of the 21st century.
- Big history aims to convey more than the human story
Big history integrates studies of the cosmos, the Earth, life and humanity in the context of the bigger picture.
- Qing alternately encouraged, banned Han migration
After defeating the army of the rebel leader Li Zicheng (1616-45) at the Battle of Shanhai Pass and wresting control over the country from the remnants of the Ming Dyna…
- Forcing donations distorted charity in Qing Dynasty
Forced donations, lurking peril
Cartoon by Gou Ben; Poem by Long Yuan
Charity should be an act from the heart,
But Qing rulers forced people to do their pa…
- Culture flourished under Southern Song rule
An important phase of Song culture, the Southern Song era (1127-1279) holds an indispensable place in China's cultural history.
- Legalism emphasized role of agriculture, military
In Chinese history, Legalism was one of the main philosophical currents during the Warring States Period (475-221 BC).
- Russian invasion changed way Qing managed sea borders
When governing the northeastern sea border, the Qing court applied two separate sets of laws to the Manchu and Han peoples and differentiated the management of affairs …
- Goddess worship reflected political, social needs
Mazu has been recognized as the “Guardian of the Sea” and a symbol of Chinese marine culture.
Worshipped and revered by ordinary people inside and…
- Resurgence of cliques brought tumult to Song politics
The painting shows official candidates taking part in the imperial examinations in the Song Dynasty (960-1279).
From the Five Dynasties (907-960) to the Northern …
Time:05/26/2016 Hits:46The concept of shenghuo, meaning "life," has played an increasingly important role in Chinese thought since the start of the 21st century.