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In ancient China, a place where self-cultivation and virtue were considered noble pursuits, four gentlemen served as role models for good character. Embodied by botanical identities, four common plants symbolized virtues like modesty, fortitude, righteousness and spirituality. Also known as the Four Noble Ones, the four gentlemen (四君子 Sì Jūnzǐ)

Turquoise: A Cultural Symbol of Life
Turquoise has been one of the most revered gemstones throughout history and in many parts of the world...

Why Traditional Faiths Believe Every Encounter Is Meaningful
In ancient China, and according to Buddhist principles, people believed that everything in this world...

Edgar Cayce ‘Life Readings’ Suggested Past Lives and Karmic Connections
Edgar Cayce, considered an important pioneer in the New Age movement, was believed to have had an extraordinary...

Mobile Magnetic North – Should We Be Concerned, and What Can We Do?
The earth’s magnetosphere is a continuously fluctuating magnetic field that extends an average of 40,000...

Jade: Culturally Significant, Spiritually Priceless
Jade, as valuable as gold in Chinese culture, is precious not only for its aesthetic beauty. It possesses...

Traditional Chinese Culture Treasures Five Colors, Not Just Red
Ancient Chinese artifacts such as clothing, painting, and jewels feature rich colors. Traditional Chinese...

Exploring Destiny – Was Your Marriage Arranged?
Throughout our lifetimes, we have countless acquaintances; friends come and go, and we form strong relationships...

The Divine Governing Philosophy of Ancient Chinese Rulers
Believing that Chinese culture was divinely bestowed on the Three Kings and Five Emperors (三皇五帝Sān huáng...

Stuck in a Rut? 12 Ways to Turn Your Luck Around
Why do some people seem to have all the luck, while others just can’t ever get ahead? When misfortunes...