The Han Dynasty emerged as a truly powerful dynasty after the sudden fall of the Qin Dynasty. The Han Dynasty ruled impressively for 422 years, from 202 B.C. to 220 A.D. Liu Bang founded the dynasty, and in many ways, it permanently changed and impacted the Chinese people and globally with the Han Dynasty […]
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Most people recognize the 12 Chinese Zodiac Signs, but few truly grasp their deeper significance. While many associate the Zodiac merely with birth years, it embodies rich cultural traditions and complex symbolic meanings. Today, we will discuss the Chinese Zodiac by examining its twelve animal representations, the years they correspond to, and the meanings each
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Qin Dynasty stands as China’s first unified dynasty on 221 BCE, characterized by centralized power. Qin’s mighty army ended the 550 years of chaotic periods known as the Spring and Autumn and the Warring States. King Ying Zheng declared himself as the Qin Shi Huang, meaning “the First Emperor.” Today we will talk about the
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Chinese New Year is the most important and representative traditional festival in Chinese culture. Celebrated on the first day of the lunar calendar, it is considered the most sacred day for billions of Chinese people worldwide. It is also known as the Lunar New Year, or commonly known as “Spring Festival” in China. Today, let’s
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After discussing the Western Zhou, we now examine the Eastern Zhou period. The Eastern Zhou is commonly divided into the Spring and Autumn Period as well as the Warring States Period. During the Eastern Zhou era, 25 kings ruled as kings of Zhou, but their power diminished significantly with its territory limited to Luoyi/Luoyang.
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Wherever you go, you can find vibrant Chinese communities; Chinatowns exist in many countries around the world. In this article, we will explore the global Chinese population and their various locations. What is the world overseas Chinese population? The Chinese people, commonly referred to as “Chinese,” inhabit around 160 countries, making them a truly
The Zhou Dynasty was the third dynasty of China, founded by King Wu of Zhou, who overthrew Di Xin, the last emperor of the previous Shang Dynasty. This marked the end of the Shang’s 554-year rule. Zhou Dynasty is the longest in Chinese history, ruling for a total of 790 years. However, this
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Filial Piety is the core Chinese Family Ideology. It is a foundational value in Chinese culture, forming the basis of family structure and behaviour. As the saying goes, “Filial piety comes first among all virtues.” This virtue lies at the heart of Chinese family values. What is Filial Piety? In Chinese, filial piety is pronounced
Shang Dynasty 商朝 [1,600 BC – 1,046 BC] The Shang Dynasty is the second dynasty of China, founded by King Shang Tang, who overthrew Jie, the last king of the previous Xia Dynasty. Jie is known for his tyranny and brutality, officially replaced the Xia’s 470-year rule. The name “Shang” comes from a tribe of
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Do you know how Chinese names work? How Chinese name their kids? Today, let’s explore something that every Chinese person possesses: their name. How Chinese names work? While names are not exclusive to Chinese culture, a Chinese name has distinct characteristics. I have contemplated whether to delve into this subject, as its history and evolutionary
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Xia Dynasty 夏朝 [2,070 BC – 1,600 BC] China First Dynasty – Xia. We have learned in the past article that there are several sizable kingdoms existed before the Xia, but Xia is the only one that successfully laid claim to the title of dynasty. Why was that? In my opinion, the previous kingdoms
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Who are the Chinese people? What is the meaning of “Descendants of Yan and Huang,” also known as “Yan Huang Zisun” [炎黄子孙] ? This concept is important to better understand the Chinese people. First, who are the “Chinese” or Chinese People? Does it refer to the citizens of China only? There are at least 56
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We know that the Xia Dynasty is recognized as China’s first dynasty, dating back to around 2070 BC to 1600 BC. However, there are archaeological sites that predate the Xia Dynasty, which appear to have controlled vast territories. These sites also exhibit a well-organized social structure and advanced technologies. They represent among China earliest civilizations
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We know the Chinese have a deep admiration for dragons, as they often being regarded as the Descendants of Dragon. Do you know when the China first dragon appeared in Chinese culture? There are several reasons why dragons hold such a special place in Chinese tradition. Just look at the image on the right—the
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