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Ancient African Secret to Purifying Gold with Glass
With the earliest evidence of currency in pre-colonial West Africa taking the form of gold coins dating...
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Unity of Heaven and Mankind: The Wisdom of Traditional Chinese Culture
Traditional Chinese culture was inspired by the divine. The wisdom of Confucianism, Buddhism, Taoism,...
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2 Native American Legends Remind Us: Be Thankful for Nature’s Gifts
Thanksgiving is an official holiday in seven countries around the world, but there are still other nations...
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An Ancient Chinese Story of a Good Deed Rewarded
Repaying a debt of gratitude, or bao en (報恩), is an important concept in traditional Chinese culture,...
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Vegetarian Recipes: Five Simple Sides for Your Thanksgiving Feast
These simple, yet sumptuous vegetarian dishes will save you time in the kitchen so you can better enjoy...
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Remembering Veterans, Both Living and Lost
No one with a conscience likes war. The killing, the destruction, and the immeasurable suffering are...
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Jun Zi: Confucius’ Teachings on Being a Gentleman
Jun Zi (君子), an ancient Chinese term, describes a virtuous man who is forever striving to perfect his...
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Sai Weng and His Horse – A Blessing in Disguise
Traditional Chinese philosophy draws heavily from Daoist thought. In an ancient Daoist book, Huainan...
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Kefir: A Gift From the Gods for the Gut
While kefir has only recently gained popularity in the west, this tangy probiotic drink has been revered...