How Was Ancient China’s Government Run?
Starting from Qin Shi Huang, the emperor held the country’s supreme power and dominated the provincial bureaucracy through the prime minister, firmly controlling the central … Read more
Starting from Qin Shi Huang, the emperor held the country’s supreme power and dominated the provincial bureaucracy through the prime minister, firmly controlling the central … Read more
In ancient China, one of the most prominent features of the political system was the centralization of power. Localities were subject to the central government, … Read more
Knowledge and practice, i.e., knowing and transforming the world, are the two primary activities of human beings. The two are mutually complementary and inseparable. In … Read more
The Doctrine of the Mean is the fundamental method and principle for achieving “good governance” in ancient China. According to The Doctrine of the Mean, … Read more
The philosophy of “governing through non-action” is from the Tao Te Ching. According to the book, “Tao” is inactive but has laws that govern the … Read more
Almost all Chinese speakers know the famous “Thirty-Six Stratagems” and many apply these strategies or practical ruses in warfare, politics, business, gaming, and even daily … Read more
American sinologist William Theodore de Bary once said that “If we were to characterize in one word the Chinese way of life for the last … Read more
Genghis Khan, born as Temujin, was one of the greatest statesmen and military strategists in world history. He founded the Mongol Empire, which spanned most … Read more
China, a land with vast territory, varied topography, and diversified climate, possesses a rich variety of settlements and traditional vernacular dwellings owing to its different … Read more
Admiral Zheng He (1371-1433) was an outstanding politician and world-renowned navigator. With an aim to establish and develop friendly ties and economic and cultural exchange … Read more
The official language of the People’s Republic of China (PRC for short) is Chinese, which is based on the northern dialect. It is usually referred … Read more
Carving art has a long history in China and it reflects the culture of the Chinese nation. The carving remains and cultural relics kept till … Read more