Recently there are stunning new discoveries at the archeology site in Li County, Gangsu Province. The archeology site is thought the tomb of Qing Xiang Gong, one of the greatest kings in Qing State. It was his feat that developed Qing state from a tiny west countryside state to one of the seven strongest states which were capable to unite China again. His success was largely attributed to Shang Yang, who put strength on laws in ruling country. Under his leadership, a whole new system based on laws was established. This shows great difference from its predecessor, Zhou Dynasty. Zhou dynasty established the “Li” and “Yue” ruling system. Although it was a great leap from the earlier slavery society and a great step in civilization process, the ruling method was not effective anymore in the war period of China. Even though Shang Yang was later executed with his body pulling part by four horses, his law-based ruling could not be removed anymore. The system had been accepted by the whole system, even the king who executed Shang. The system brought prosperity to Qing state and established the economy basis for the later unification of China by Qing Shi Huang.
Although the new system was based on ruling by laws, the previous Li and Yue were not totally abandoned but developed in different ways. The new discoveries include a whole set of bronze bells which were used as the main music instrument for ceremony for the sovereign class, like worshipping heaven, earth and other gods. The bells showed great achievements in arts at time. Inside the tome, complete carriages were also found and the wheels were decorated with beautiful artifacts. Some other findings included the 12 animals in Chinese astrology made with gold. People at that time really showed great imagination and interests in entertainment.
Bells Out of Soil
Arts on Carriage Wheels
12 Animals of Chinese Astrology Made with Gold
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