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EPISODE · Nov 4, 2025 · 15 MIN

From Heaven to Hell: The Cultural Evolution of Owls in Ancient China

from The Context · host NewsChina

Today, we’ll talk about a pair of owl-shaped wine vessels unearthed in the tomb of Fu Hao, China’s first female general, as well as the cultural significance of owls throughout Chinese history.

Today, we’ll talk about a pair of owl-shaped wine vessels unearthed in the tomb of Fu Hao, China’s first female general, as well as the cultural significance of owls throughout Chinese history.

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