Chinese History & Mythology
If you’re curious about Chinese myths, legends, and history but don’t know where to start, this is your doorway. I follow a timeline, placing oral traditions and historical threads on the same map. I’ll help you build cultural bearings from scratch. Let Chinese voices guide you through the ancient stories of the East. Chinese mythology and history on a timeline: start from zero, understand more with every episode.
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Chinese History & Mythology
The Shang Dynasty & Investiture of the Gods
Last time, we talked about the last king of the Sha dynasty — King Jie.
He was famous — but for all the wrong reasons: cruelty, partying too much, and ignoring his people.
And honestly? History shows us a clear lesson:
When a ruler cares more about fun than his people, that empire’s days are numbered.
And that’s exactly what happened to the Sha.
Because of King Jie’s brutal rule, the Shang dynasty saw its chance to rise.