Ancient Chinese Laws Unveiled - From Height Exemptions to Peculiar Crying Rituals'

Explore the intriguing world of ancient China with its unique legal practices and emotional regulations! In a time when height determined legal adulthood, follow the captivating tale of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, a true short king at 4 feet 11 inches. Unveil the extraordinary 18 laws of chin, where being as tall as the emperor became the criterion for adulthood, allowing shorter men to plead as children.

Delve into a world where birth records were incomplete, making age verification impossible, leading the emperor to employ an unusual measure—height. But passing the height test came with its challenges; emotions had to be carefully guarded. Discover the fascinating chin laws that prohibited men from crying, deeming it a sign of weakness. Those caught shedding tears faced a drastic punishment—shaving off their beard and eyebrows.

Prepare to be astonished as we journey into the lesser-known aspects of women's lives in the Qin dynasty. Uncover the peculiar history of a crying ritual that required every woman to weep for an hour daily, a month before her marriage. Yet, she was not alone in this emotional journey. Joining her were her mother for three weeks, grandmother for two weeks, and finally, aunts and sisters for one week—a unique and necessary display of affection for the family.

Step into the past and witness the intricate tapestry of ancient Chinese laws and customs, where height, emotions, and even tears played significant roles in the lives of its people.