EPISODE · Dec 23, 2025 · 17 MIN
Shifting Targets: The Evolution of Archery Rites in Ancient China
from The Context · host NewsChina
Today, we’ll talk about the evolution of archery rites in ancient China that became understood through a bronze artifact in the shape of an arrow-pierced turtle, highlighting how archery transformed from a martial art essential for kings into a politically significant ritual.
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