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Chinese as A Second Language – Is Learning Chinese Worth It?
Ni hao 你好! Are you thinking about learning Chinese as a second language? Mandarin is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, and while learning it may seem difficult at first, the rewards may be significant.
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“Men and Brutes”: An Old Chinese Fable about the Harmony Beyond Species
In the annals of ancient wisdom, the harmony of music and the interconnectedness of all living beings have always been subjects of fascination. This story, set during Emperor Yao’s reign, takes us on an introspective trip into the surprising connections…
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How Chinese Folklore Influences Contemporary Culture and Media
Chinese folklore, with its rich tapestry of myths, legends, and ancient tales, continues to enchant and inspire people worldwide. These timeless stories, brimming with fantastical characters and profound themes, have seamlessly woven themselves into the fabric of contemporary culture and…
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15 Chinese Gift-giving Superstitions
Every culture has its own rules and superstitions about gift-giving. Chinese culture is not an exception. Sharp objects, lucky numbers, and colors, objects that attract evil spirits or bad luck and many more, they are all part of traditional Chinese…
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Feng Shui Wealth Corner: Your Personal Pathway to Financial Freedom
In the ancient Chinese practice of Feng Shui, the wealth corner holds immense significance in attracting and cultivating prosperity. This specific area of your living or workspace is believed to be directly connected to the flow of abundance and financial…
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Chinese Porcelain – Types, History, Identification
Chinese porcelain is one of the most unique products of the history of Chinese culture. Unlike porcelain equipment, tools, and ornaments we see in western countries, Chinese porcelains have unique translucency and luster, giving the Chinese earthenware rather unique characteristics…
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The Chinese Abacus (Suànpán): The Ancient Calculator That Outsmarted Time
The existence of Chinese abacus can be dated back from the 14 century A.D. And since Chinese are known to relate their ways of like to its environment the attributes such as the top and bottom are considered heaven and…
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Chinese lucky coins (Identification – Meaning -Where to place them)
The Chinese lucky coins are considered to be a symbol of wealth and fortune, and when placed in our home and workplace according to the Feng Shui principles, it is believed that the owner will enjoy prosperity.
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Guide to Chinese Jade – History, Meanings, Properties
Jade has been a very important part of the Chinese tradition, and the history between the Chinese culture and jade has been recorded for a very long time and can be traced back to as early as the Neolithic era…
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Lucky Bamboo in Feng Shui (Meaning, Placement, Care)
The lucky bamboo is a real bamboo plant, typically from the species Dracaena sanderiana. It is relatively small and you can put it in a pot and place it indoors as a Feng Shui charm, and it is quite aesthetically-pleasing so it can also…
