(何謂君子)  5 min read   Chinese often use the term junzi (君子) to describe a person of good character. Before the time of Confucius (孔夫子, c. 551–479 BCE), junzi referred to princes or aristocrats. Confucius and his followers redefined the term to mean a person of exemplary ethical qualities and high learning. Although the term—in […]

(历久不衰的语录) 6 min read   Many historical quotations have stood the test of time and continue to offer wisdom today. They remind us that, despite technological and social changes, many fundamental human concerns remain unchanged, fostering an appreciation of the continuity of Chinese culture across millennia. Three themes are explored below: personal conduct, learning, and