Woe to the Men

Woe to the Men: Upon a gloomy hill, beneath a sky heavy with iron clouds, there stood an old shrine, weathered by wind, fire, and years. Woe to the men. Men drift with the current, their eyes barely open. Yet love them still, for they are our own kind. Love them, but remain steadfast in mind. Among men, there are a few who act with reason. They trust their convictions, cling to justice, and bear the burden of consequence.

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The Chinese Couplet

The Chinese Couplet: History, Meaning, and Cultural Significance The Chinese couplet (对联, duìlián) is a unique and cherished form of Chinese literary art, woven deeply into the fabric of Chinese culture, tradition, and language. It consists of two parallel lines of poetry that must adhere to strict grammatical and tonal rules. Used in a variety […]

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How to Play Chess

Chess is a very popular two-player strategy game thought to have originated in India many centuries ago. To win the game, you must “checkmate” your opponent by moving your pieces such that the opponent’s king faces a threat of capture that can’t be eliminated. Although it has a set of easily comprehended rules, it takes […]

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