Chinese Empires ~960-1279

Song dynasty

A prosperous dynasty in China from 960-1279, known for its civilian rule, inventions, and economic growth.

Yuan dynasty

The dynasty that succeeded the Song dynasty, formed after conflicts with the Mongols.

Silk Road

A network of trade routes that facilitated the exchange of goods, ideas, religion, and disease between Asia and Europe.

Marco Polo

An explorer who traveled along the Silk Road and documented his experiences, providing valuable information about trade relationships.

Jurchen

A group of people who were involved in the Ji-Song wars, a civil war that divided China and led to the Song dynasty being pushed south.

Globalization

The interconnectedness of countries and the exchange of goods, ideas, and cultures on a global scale.

Buddhism

A religion that originated in India and spread to China, emphasizing the teachings of Buddha and the pursuit of Nirvana.

Confucianism

The philosophical system based on the teachings of Confucius, emphasizing moral values, social harmony, and filial piety.

Trade Routes

Pathways used for the transportation of goods, ideas, and people, such as the Silk Roads.

Ji-Song wars

A series of conflicts between the Ji and Song dynasties in China, resulting in the division of the country and the eventual signing of a peace treaty in 1142.