WISDOM
In ancient China, women were educated and raised to uphold a range of traditional values, which could be summed up as virtue (德), righteousness (義), propriety (禮), benevolence (仁), and trustworthiness (信). From noblewomen to commoners, many women of ancient China left their names in history for embodying these timeless
Einstein’s Famous Formula Fetches Big Bucks, but His Spiritual Insight Is Priceless
There was great excitement in the city of Boston when word got out recently that auctioneers based in...
Benefits of Sitting and Meditation in the Lotus Position
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Physiognomy: Fact or Fiction? Improving Your Character Can Improve Your Lot in Life
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Stories From the Students’ Rules (2): Honoring Parents Through Good Character
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The Commoner Who Became a Legendary Chinese Emperor
Welcome to Tea with Erping.Have you heard of Qin Shi Huang, the emperor who united China? How about Kublai...
The Miraculous Healing Effects of Good Music
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