The mandate of Heaven In ancient China, the Emperor was seen as the ultimate sovereign who governed not just China but the entire known world. Outline Introduction I will introduce the importance of the Chinese emperor related to the Chinese culture and elaborate on his title as the mandate of heaven. Forbidden City I will elaborate on why China was known as the forbidden city, including the benefits and struggles of being emperor in the Forbidden City. I will also go in-depth as to why the geographical location of China influenced the Chinese impact on the world and the perception of the emperor's role as “The Mandate of Heaven.” Body The emperors role I will elaborate on the expectations set upon the emperor and the power control he was given. I will also talk about the first emperor of China and other past emperors, comparing how power control and expectations changed throughout the dynasties. The life of the emperor I will talk about the many celestial beliefs placed on emperors, their daily routines, and their daily decisions. This will also include marriage, family, and finances. Conclusion As the bearer of the Mandate of Heaven, the Emperor's divine authority and moral responsibility shaped the course of history and underscored the deep-rooted belief in the harmonious interplay between the celestial and earthly realms. Annotated Bibliography World History Encyclopedia. Chinese Emperor Cartwright, M. (2022). Chinese emperor. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/Chinese_Emperor/ World History.org is a non-profit organization publishing the world's most-read history encyclopedia. Founded in 2016, this platform provides a vast array of information on various aspects of human history, including but not limited to religion, politics, cultural traditions, and economics. Wikimedia Foundation. The mandate of Heaven. Wikimedia Foundation. (2023, May 6). The mandate of Heaven. Wikipedia. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mandate_of_Heaven Wikimedia is a non-profit organization that operates a collection of online educational and informative resources, including the popular online encyclopedia Wikipedia. The organization aims to empower and engage people around the world by providing free access to knowledge and promoting the sharing of information. South China Morning Post. Robles, P. (n.d.). In the Forbidden City, being the emperor didn’t equate to a life of limitless power or pleasure. South China Morning Post. https://multimedia.scmp.com/culture/article/2158740/forbidden-city/life/chapter_03.html Multimedia provides well-researched articles. Multimedia has won various awards for its credibility. Nations Online. One world Gehrmann, V. (n.d.). ___ jade emperor. Jade Emperor - Chinese Customs. https://www.nationsonline.org/oneworld/Chinese_Customs/Jade_Emperor.htm Nations Online offers a seamless experience to users who want to discover and learn about various countries. Its unique features include detailed maps, country-specific data, news and media, international organizations, and travel guides, among others. Encyclopædia Britannica Encyclopædia Britannica, inc. (2023, May 17). World heritage site. Encyclopædia Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/topic/World-Heritage-site The Encyclopædia Britannica aims to provide reliable and accurate information on various subjects, including history, science, literature, arts, geography, and more. It features articles written by experts in their respective fields, ensuring the highest standard of quality and accuracy.
