Chinese dynastic cycles

Chinese dynastic cycles describe the pattern of the rise, peak, decline, and replacement of ruling families in China. A new dynasty emerges, bringing stability and prosperity, often after a period of chaos or decline of the previous one. Over time, issues like corruption, poor governance, and natural disasters weaken the dynasty's authority. This leads to rebellions and the dynasty's fall, replaced by a new ruling family. The cycle then repeats, shaping Chinese history through successive dynasties such as Han, Tang, Ming, and Qing. This pattern reflects themes of renewal and decline that have influenced Chinese governance for centuries.