Ancient viewpoint:
“With time and patience, the mulberry leaf becomes a silk gown”

The Chinese take pride in their 5000 years of ancient history and long experience with creating important cornerstones for civilization.  Just a few of the listed inventions that originate from China include:  paper- making, gunpowder, silk, magnetic compass, abacus, ink, wheelbarrow, Chess, tea, paper money, seismograph, kites and umbrellas.   By contrast, Chinese view the US as a relatively “new” country with little history of only  200 years.

Confucianism is part of the ancient tradition upon which Chinese culture is derived.  There are four basic virtues considered the cornerstones of this philosophy and they focus on loyalty; respect for parents and elders; benevolence, and righteousness 


 

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