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…
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…
How Old is the Chinese Language? – A Brief History from Archaic to Mandarin
Chinese is one of the oldest languages in the world. It has been around for more than 5,000 years, and in that time it has changed and grown a lot, leading to many different regional dialects and variations. Linguists still…
Use Your Personal Birth Element to Feng Shui Your Wardrobe for Success
Feng shui applies to the way you dress as well as bringing wealth and balancing the energy in your home. To symbolize your inner chi, the elements of Earth, Wood, Fire, Metal, and Water must be present in your clothing…
Chinese Dragons: Legends, History, and the Power Behind the Myth
The Chinese dragon is depicted in many ways in Chinese culture. It can be depicted as one of the animals in the zodiac. It can also be a part of their folklore. And it can be a form of the…
Hongbao – The Chinese Red Envelopes
The Red Envelopes—the Hong Bao, Lai See or Ang Pow— is a very important part of Chinese history and traditions. Here, we will discuss all you need to know about the hongbao and let us begin with a brief discussion about…
Chinese Fortune Sticks in a nutshell
The Chinese are known for their mysticism and their ability to tell the future in a variety of ways, using different materials that hold some semblance of importance for them. One of these ways involves the use of what is…
All You Need to Know About Chinese Pagoda
The Chinese Pagoda is considered one of the most unique and important buildings in ancient Chinese architecture with its distinct style of construction. Pagoda structures can be made from various different materials: stone, brick, and wood, among others.
Owls in Chinese Culture and as Feng Shui Symbol (Meaning, History, Usage)
Owls, because of their association with darkness and nighttime activities, naturally lend themselves to metaphorical connotations linked with the unknown and unseen spirit realm. Because of its nocturnal habit, the owl has a wide range of meanings in many civilizations.…
Fu Dogs the Chinese Guardian Lions
Fu Dog the Chinese guardian lion that is also called 石獅shí shī, is a very important symbol in Feng Shui. Historically the Fu Dog statues were placed in front of temples, government offices, and even imperial palaces in ancient China. However, in…
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