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Monthly Archives: September 2011
The origin of Chopsticks (筷子【kuàizi】)
Chopsticks (筷子【kuàizi】) originated in China during the Shang (商) Dynasty (1766-1122 BC) as a substitute for knives on the table. According to Confucius (孔子【kǒngzi】), knives were equated with acts of aggression and should not be used to dine. Chopsticks then … Continue reading
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