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Why Do Ancient People Dislike the Name ‘Thiên’ for Boys and ‘Tiên’ for Girls?

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Do you know why, in the past, it was considered unlucky to name a boy 'Tian' or a girl 'Xian'? Let's explore this fascinating aspect of naming conventions and their cultural significance.

Flattering Emperor Qianlong, the Fortune Teller Meets a Tragic End

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The enigmatic fortune teller, with his prophetic words, sang praises of the mighty Emperor Qianlong and the Qing dynasty. However, his fate served as an expensive lesson in sycophancy.

The Secret Art of Seductive Writing: Crafting Words that Entice and Captivate

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The privilege of having an escort in the palace was a clear indication of the consort's status and position within the harem.

The Unfavored Concubine Was Banished to the Cold Palace, Why Did Eunuchs Fight to...

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For reasons unknown, Imperial concubines' demotion to the Cold Palace did not deter eunuchs from vying to serve them.

Ancient emperors and their bathroom etiquette: Rules so strict that even servants trembled

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Have you ever wondered how ancient emperors used to take care of their personal hygiene?

Why does a concubine need to be taken back to the palace by the...

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After a thorough selection process, the concubines are led back to the palace by eunuchs instead of venturing on their own.

Strange Taming Rules of the Royal House of Thanh: Only 1 person is allowed...

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If regular rules are a 1, then holiday rules are a 10. In fact, the regulations for social etiquette during the Lunar New Year can be extremely strict.

The weirdest coronation of a Chinese prince: Forced to live with a beauty for...

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During the Song Dynasty, a clever emperor came up with a plan to test the two princes' abilities. He decided to send a beautiful woman to seduce them and see which prince could resist the temptation. The prince who could pass this challenge would be crowned as the Crown Prince.

The burden of being an emperor in the Tang Dynasty is as heavy as...

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In the feudal period, the lives of emperors were often associated with extravagance and pretension, with a lavish system of palaces and gardens, and never lacking the presence of concubines sharing their beds every night.

The Similarities and Differences between ‘King’ and ‘Emperor’: When to Use ‘King’ and When...

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What are the similarities and differences between a King and an Emperor? Let's explore.

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