Emphasizes living in harmony with "The Way" (the Dao) and the natural world. It introduced the concept of Yin and Yang —the balance of opposing forces.
The first to unify China. Though short-lived, it gave the country its name and began the Great Wall. An Introduction to Chinese History and Culture
The most significant holiday, centered on family reunions and "red envelopes" for luck. Emphasizes living in harmony with "The Way" (the
For millennia, China was ruled by a succession of dynasties. This cycle was governed by the —the belief that a ruler held power only as long as they were just. If natural disasters or famines occurred, it was seen as a sign that the Mandate was lost, justifying a revolution. Though short-lived, it gave the country its name
Known as "Golden Ages," these periods saw an explosion of poetry, painting, and the invention of the "Four Great Inventions": the compass, gunpowder, papermaking, and printing. 2. The Three Pillars of Philosophy