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Tea Culture and Daoism
The relationship between tea and Daoism is one of the most profound in Chinese cultural history. Daoism — the philosophy of living in harmony with the natural order of the...
Tea Culture and Daoism
The relationship between tea and Daoism is one of the most profound in Chinese cultural history. Daoism — the philosophy of living in harmony with the natural order of the...
Bai Juyi: Tea as a Simple Pleasure in Daily Life
Bai Juyi (白居易) (772–846) was one of the most prolific and beloved poets of the Tang Dynasty, known for writing in a clear, accessible style that resonated with people from...
Bai Juyi: Tea as a Simple Pleasure in Daily Life
Bai Juyi (白居易) (772–846) was one of the most prolific and beloved poets of the Tang Dynasty, known for writing in a clear, accessible style that resonated with people from...
Li Bai - A Calmer Side of a Wild Poet
Li Bai (李白) (701–762), one of China's greatest poets, is best known for his wild, romantic verses about wine, moonlight, and wandering. But there's a quieter, more contemplative side to...
Li Bai - A Calmer Side of a Wild Poet
Li Bai (李白) (701–762), one of China's greatest poets, is best known for his wild, romantic verses about wine, moonlight, and wandering. But there's a quieter, more contemplative side to...
Su Shi and the Spirit of Tea
Su Shi (苏轼) (1037–1101), also known as Su Dongpo (苏东坡), was a multi-talented poet, painter, calligrapher, and statesman of the Song Dynasty. He's known for his zest for life despite...
Su Shi and the Spirit of Tea
Su Shi (苏轼) (1037–1101), also known as Su Dongpo (苏东坡), was a multi-talented poet, painter, calligrapher, and statesman of the Song Dynasty. He's known for his zest for life despite...
Wang Wei - and His Spirit of Tea Culture
Wang Wei (王维) (701-761), a renowned Tang Dynasty poet, painter, and devout Buddhist, is closely associated with themes of nature, solitude, meditation, and tranquility. Though tea wasn't a central focus...
Wang Wei - and His Spirit of Tea Culture
Wang Wei (王维) (701-761), a renowned Tang Dynasty poet, painter, and devout Buddhist, is closely associated with themes of nature, solitude, meditation, and tranquility. Though tea wasn't a central focus...
"Song of Seven Bowls of Tea" by Lu Tong
The Life of Lu Tong: A Man Who Drank Too Much Tea Lu Tong (卢仑) (790-835) was one of those guys who probably preferred quiet mornings with a steaming bowl...
"Song of Seven Bowls of Tea" by Lu Tong
The Life of Lu Tong: A Man Who Drank Too Much Tea Lu Tong (卢仑) (790-835) was one of those guys who probably preferred quiet mornings with a steaming bowl...