Philosophy & Religion

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Mazu

Mazu is a Chinese sea goddess originating from Fujian Province who has been worshipped for over a millennium.

Mahjong

Mahjong is a traditional Chinese tile-based game that has evolved over centuries and gained international recognition as a mind sport.

Song Dynasty

The Song Dynasty (960-1279 CE) was a period of Chinese history marked by economic prosperity, cultural flourishing, and significant technological advancements.

Xiang Yu

Xiang Yu was a prominent military leader who played a crucial role in the fall of the Qin Dynasty and the subsequent Chu-Han Contention.

Tao Te Ching

The Tao Te Ching is an ancient Chinese philosophical text attributed to Laozi, forming the foundation of Taoist thought.

Xu Xiake

Xu Xiake was a renowned Chinese geographer, travel writer, and explorer of the Ming Dynasty.

Lushan Mountain

Lushan Mountain is a renowned mountain in Jiangxi Province, China, celebrated for its natural beauty, geological significance, and cultural importance.

Logicians School

The Logicians School was a philosophical tradition in ancient China focused on logic, language, and epistemology.

Tang Dynasty Clothing

Traditional Chinese clothing from the Tang Dynasty (618-907 CE) known for its distinctive styles, cultural significance, and influence on East Asian fashion.

Mencius

Mencius was a Chinese philosopher who is often credited as the most famous Confucian after Confucius himself.

Coin Minting

The history and development of minted coins as standardized currency across civilizations.

Mozi

Mozi was an ancient Chinese philosopher and founder of Mohism, emphasizing universal love, anti-aggression, and scientific reasoning.

Silk

Silk is a natural protein fiber produced by silkworms, historically significant in Chinese culture and global trade.

Hanfu

Hanfu is the traditional clothing of the Han Chinese people with a history spanning over 3,000 years.

Cheng Hao

Cheng Hao was a prominent Neo-Confucian philosopher and educator during the Northern Song Dynasty, known as one of the founders of Song Confucianism.

Thangka

Thangka is a Tibetan Buddhist painting on cotton or silk appliqué depicting religious subjects.

Temüjin

Temüjin, posthumously known as Genghis Khan, was the founder of the Mongol Empire and one of history's most significant military leaders.

Qigong

Qigong is a traditional Chinese practice involving coordinated breathing, movement, and meditation for health and wellness.

Yunjian (Cloud Shoulder)

Yunjian is a traditional Chinese decorative garment accessory worn over the shoulders, with a history spanning over 1,500 years.

Han Yu

Han Yu was a prominent Chinese writer, poet, and philosopher of the Tang Dynasty, known as a leader of the Classical Prose Movement.