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Events in Chinese History that Influenced Liturature

By victoria.bleu
  • Earliest Evidence of Chinese writing.
    1400 BCE

    Earliest Evidence of Chinese writing.

    The first evidence of Chinese writing was found on Shang oracle bones. These writings are also referred to as oracle bone scripts.
  • Chinese Poetry
    1000 BCE

    Chinese Poetry

    The earliest known Chinese poems are composed. Shih Ching was the first collection of 305 poems.
  • Period: 551 BCE to 479 BCE

    Confucius

    Confucius during this time teaches of his ethical values. Some of which include honesty, loyalty, respect for elders. His disciples recorded his teachings in the book Analects.
  • Taoism
    500 BCE

    Taoism

    Lao-tzu founded Taoism. The teachings of Tao Te Ching are developed.
  • Chinese Dictionary
    100

    Chinese Dictionary

    The first Chinese dictionary is compiled. Over 4,500 pages are included in this three part compilation.
  • Civil Examinations
    Feb 7, 690

    Civil Examinations

    In China a civil service exam was administered to determine career. During this year poetry was included in this examination.
  • Diamond Sutra
    Feb 7, 868

    Diamond Sutra

    Diamond Sutra was the first book with a printed date. It was published during this year.
  • Period: Feb 8, 900 to Feb 8, 1200

    Song Lyrics

    The first song lyrics (tz'u) were sung by women entertainers. This became a major poetic form as the words were put to music.