Zhou Dynasty

Faith in heaven was demonstrated through the nobility’s observance of rites; for commoners, trust manifested itself as etiquette and filial piety.

In classical China, “ritual” or “etiquette” encompassed the entire spiritual pantheon, of which music was a part.

According to Confucius, upright governance rested upon upright conduct between men and women.

What makes a leader effective, and how to achieve the ultimate influence—legacy?

Tragedy invariably followed ancient Chinese assassins—even in the event of success, these fearless warriors expected no less than death upon attempting their missions.

The tales of Chinese assassins are of men whose extreme resolve and loyalty earned them a unique and influential place in Chinese history. Carrying out their fateful missions like one-man armies, these hardened fighters of the Middle Kingdom served a variety of masters with differing motivations.