Those people considered throughout history to be truly wise are those who are broadminded and extremely tolerant. Those who are broadminded and forbearing own superior wisdom and spiritual force. On the other hand, there are also some narrowed-minded people in the world. However, only the broadminded, extremely tolerant and wise individuals are capable of reaching high accomplishments and achievements.

The second day, Zhang Liang was late again and the old man told him the same thing. On the third day, Zhang Liang arrived earlier than the old man. The old man was satisfied with Zhang Liang this time, so he gave him a book and said, "If you read this book, you can become the King's teacher. If you need any further help, go to the yellow stone at the foot of Gucheng Mountain." Therefore, later generations named the book Yellow Stone Master's Book.

Emperor Liangwu sought to meet the monk. He sent a messenger with an invitation to the palace. One day, Emperor Liangwu was playing chess when a messenger arrived and told him, "Your Majesty, the Kowtow monk has arrived." Emperor Liangwu was concentrating so hard on his chess game, trying to figure out how to take one of the enemy's chessman, that he said loudly "Kill!" The messenger left at once to fulfil the command. The monk was killed.

Folding and distributing the paper lotus flower is part of the global Petals of Peace campaign for kids as well. Practitioners let others know about innocent children and families who are affected by the brutal persecution of the spiritual practice in China.

In ancient times, there was a legendary ferocious beast named Nian. Nian lived at the bottom of the sea all year around, but when the Chinese New Year's Eve came, Nian would leave the sea, approach villages, eat livestock and hurt human beings. Therefore, every year when the New Year's Eve was getting closer, people all fled to tall mountains to prevent from being hurt by Nian.

A drowning burglar saw him and called for help, "Please help me! I swear that I will not steal any more." Bohan showed mercy for him and asked people to set him free. The revered Bohan worried that this man would go back to doing unrighteous deeds again, therefore he gave him a small boat and told him to row travellers over to the ferry and thereby earn a living. Similar to this story, the revered Bohan had given another seven boats to those kinds of men, and they all gave up their evil deeds.

The sages have all praised and advocated tolerance over grievance, and consider it a remarkable virtue. Confucius said, "Repay ingratitude with justice." Justice means fairness. Didn’t Jin Zhong’s actions epitomise this concept? Lao Zi also said, "Repay ingratitude with goodness," which is a higher requirement for people.

This painting is based on a true story. A mother and son were arrested in China simply because they practise Falun Gong. Being beaten, the boy held back his tears asking: Why? Why did the policemen beat my mom and me?

The other replied, "He is a man of very good fortune. When he reaches 17 he will pass the entrance exam for a government-official training school and at age 19 will graduate and become a county official. He will advance rapidly in his career and enjoy a comfortable life." The first divine gestured toward Li Fu and asked, "What about him?" The second divine being answered, "He is a man with no luck and will have neither money nor power all his life." With those words, the two divine beings flew up and disappeared behind the closed Heavenly Gate. Li Fu awoke puzzled, and told his dream to his parents and friends.

The Chinese and the western world view jade differently. In western mineralogy and petrology, rocks and minerals are studied based on physics and chemistry. Scientists research their ingredients and how they were formed. They are classified and appraised based on their investigations. However, the ancient Chinese studied rocks and minerals with a connection with the realm of thoughts.

Du Lide, also called Chunyi, was from Baodi in Shuntian (current Baodi Area in Tianjin City) in the Qing Dynasty (1644 - 1911 AD). He ranked high as the minister of Etiquette, and he was honoured as a private teacher for princes. He was known for his kindness, graciousness, and forgiveness in both his public and private life.

When, finally, the person was done with his cursing, Sakyamuni asked him with a smile: "My friend, when a person gives something to another person and if the person refuses to accept it, then who shall own the thing?" That person answered offhandedly: "Of course it belongs to the giver." Sakyamuni said: "That's right. You have been cursing me until now. If I don't accept your cursing, then who will receive the cursing?"

A couple of years later, Zhang Ying's father again dreamt of Wang Dun who was to be born into his family. He scolded Wang, "You're indeed a minister of dishonesty. You want to fool me again. I won't have you." Wang Dun answered, "I looked around each of the major families south of the Yangtze River. No single family matches yours in terms of blissfulness and virtue. I'm not going to leave this time."

Suo Yuanli (unknown-691) was a general during the guerrilla war in the reign of Wu Zetian. He was responsible for the court of Luozhou. He oppressed many innocent people, took bribes, and tortured people to extract a confession. He made a device, the Iron Dragon Head, used as torture instrument when interrogating criminals. The Iron Dragon Head torture instrument was used when he himself was interrogated. He confessed to all his crimes and died in jail.

This piece depicts a common torture method used to inflict severe, prolonged pain. Bricks are stacked beneath the feet while ropes tying the legs down are pulled taut, bringing the legs to the point of breaking. The artist has given both men an ethereal halo - one bright, one dark and ghostly. The stark difference suggests the difference between being kind hearted and having a heart of evil.

The tall green mountain serves as a nice backdrop to two uniquely-shaped pine trees. In ancient times, people often used the pine tree as an analogy to describe the characteristics of a true gentleman. It does not shed its leaves (needles) in the harsh winter and remains upright in any situation. Throughout history, painters have often painted pine trees to declare their own determination.

When he got up on the mountain, three roaring tigers charged at him at the same time, as though they were about to devour him. At the pivotal moment, Zhao did not panic. He thought, "I am Master Zhang's disciple. Master is watching over me! Nothing will harm me!" Indeed, the tigers tore his clothes and licked at his face, but they did not bite him at all. Seeing that he was fearless, the tigers lowered their heads and abandoned him.

He believed in Buddha and built a statue of Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara, which he set out at home and paid respect to. Later on, he was framed and imprisoned. He could not stand the torture and had to admit to things he did not do. He was sentenced to death. One night, he dreamt of a monk, who told him to chant, "Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara, the Savior," one thousand times. When he woke up, he started chanting immediately.

During one calamitous year, crop yields were very poor. Li Shiqian distributed grain to tens of thousands of poor people. When, by the end of the year, those people were still unable to return the grain to him, they came to his house to apologise and asked him for a six-month extension. Li Shiqian said, "My family's surplus grain should be used to help people." He burned his debtors' I.O.U.'s and said, "You have all paid back what you owed. You should no longer worry about it anymore." The next year's harvest was good and people hurried to return the grain they had borrowed but he still wouldn't accept a single grain.

Those receiving traditional acupuncture care saw their headache rates drop by almost half - suffering 7 fewer days of headaches over the four weeks following the treatment. Those receiving minimal acupuncture had 6.6 fewer days of headaches. While the control group experienced 1.5 less days of headaches - a drop of just a tenth.

When he arrived, he opened a barn to provide food for the hungry, exempted them from taxes, and decreased their terms of service, which helped people to recover from the disaster quickly and to live and work in peace and contentment. The people in Suzhou loved and appreciated him. He, as well as Bai Juyi and Wei Yingwu, who also held official posts in Suzhou, were honoured as "Three Distinguished Persons." The townspeople built a memorial hall called the "Hall of Three Distinguished Persons." The emperor also praised his contribution and awarded him a purple and golden fish bag.

After he went to Yi Zhou, he was very kind and generous to the local people. He did not even like to physically punish the criminals. His assistant commented," People here are very stubborn and very hard to manage. You need to have a system to punish them harshly, otherwise you will not be able to not establish your reputation and people will not fear you." Lu Huiangxhian shook his head and said, "I see it entirely different. If you manage the people's affairs well, there will be social stability. The people will love to work hard and enjoy their lives. They will then obey you. So why do I need to punish them heavily to build my reputation?"

Zixia and Zengzi were both students of the wise Confucius. One day, they met each other on the street. Zengzi carefully looked Zixia over from head to toe, and then asked, "In the past you had many illnesses and were always thin and weak. You seem to have gained weight and look energetic too." Zixia happily said, "I have recently won a battle, so I feel very happy and have gained weight as a result."

Reports regarding the beneficial effects for people suffering from type two diabetes via traditional Chinese medicine now has some scientific evidence to back up the claims. Collaboration between Chinese, Korean, and Australian scientists at Sydney's Garvan Institute has revealed that the natural plant product berberine could be a valuable new treatment.

There was a legendary monk in Chinese history named Hui Neng. He was the sixth in the line of chiefs of the Chang Zhong sect of Buddhism. Hui Neng became enlightened in terms of Buddhism. At the time, Hong Ren, the fifth chief, took out a kasaya (robe) made of silk and cotton. It was the symbol of the level of attainment in the Chang Zhong sect.

To turn public opinion against Falun Gong, China's state-run media disseminates false propaganda that claims people who practice Falun Gong will turn psychotic. The policemen in this picture are injecting psychotropic drugs into the woman because she refuses to give up her beliefs. The drugs may cause slurred speech, paralysis or even death.

Shao Jing said, "I don't even care whether I can keep my head; why should I worry about my legs?" His cell mate, however, talked to the guards on Zhao's behalf. As a result, nothing happened to him the next day at his trial. Prime Minister Yang Song recommended a punishment of 100 floggings, but Emperor Shi Zong refused and dismissed Zhao Jing from his job instead.

Yu Zhaitian was a prime minister at the end of the Qing dynasty. He was obsessed with cleanliness and many other taboos. At home, he would not let anyone sit where he normally sat or touch the curtains or doorknob. In the office, his subordinates had to hold the end of a Chinese brush when they handed it to him. his clothes had to be free of wrinkles and dust. If there were wrinkles after he sat for a while, the garment had to be ironed.