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In Ancient China was polygamy. The rulers had legitimate wives and concubines. Their power was inherited by the eldest sons of the lawful wives.

The Chinese studied the stars and had knowledge of astronomy. They target certain key dates of the stars and constellations. These calculations were carried out, starting from the observation position in the sky: a star Daha (Antares), constellation Tsan (Orion), Bae Doo (and the bucket) – the Big dipper.

The diseases were treated by acupuncture and cauterization. This field of medicine is called zhenjiu therapy (Zhen – the prick of the needle, Tszyu – burning).