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Mencius

Nonfiction | Book | Adult

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Ch’i

The life force or energy present in every living thing, and in the universe more generally.

Rites

Rules or etiquette dictating how one should act in various situations and in relation to various social practices.

The Emperor

Similar to a king but ruling over all the provinces of China, or “the Empire.”

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