Song Dynasty

Neo-Confucianism and Women’s Rights in Song China

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Neo-Confucianism and Women's Rights in Song China: A Complex Legacy

The Song Dynasty (960–1279) in China is often lauded as a golden age of culture, innovation, and economic prosperity. Yet, beneath the glittering surface of advancements in art, science, and governance, a profound intellectual shift was taking place that would dramatically reshape the lives of Chinese women: the rise of Neo-Confucianism. This wasn’t just a … Read more

The Dragon’s Shield: Military Institutions of the Song Dynasty

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Song Dynasty Military: Innovation, Vulnerability, and Institutions

The Song Dynasty (960-1279 CE) stands as a paradox in Chinese history. It was a golden age of unparalleled technological innovation, economic prosperity, and artistic brilliance. Yet, it was also a period plagued by external threats and military vulnerabilities, a constant tightrope walk between cultural flourishing and existential danger. At the heart of this delicate … Read more