Category Archives: Chinese folktales

The symbol of justice in Chinese culture: Legend of Bao Qing tian (Bao Zheng)/Justice Pao/Lord Pao

Posted on 10/14/2011 by Chinesetolearn

Bao Zheng (包拯) (999–1062) was a much-praised official who served during the reign of Emperor Renzong of Northern Song Dynasty in ancient China. Culturally, Bao Zheng today is respected as the symbol of justice in China. Throughout history, his largely … Continue reading →

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Chinese Valentine’s Day 七夕情人节qi1 xi4 qing2 ren2 jie2: origin, legend of the cowherd and the weaver girl 牛郎织女niu2 lang2 zhi1 nǚ3 and quotes of Valentine’s day

Posted on 09/22/2011 by Chinesetolearn

Chinese Valentine’s day or Qixi festival Qixi Festival (Chinese: 七夕节; literally “The Night of Sevens”), also known as Magpie Festival, falls on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month on the Chinese calendar; thus its name. It inspired Tanabata … Continue reading →

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