According to Chinese beliefs, what role did the Mandate of Heaven play in the dynastic cycle?

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if a family kept the "mandate of heaven" they could rule for a longer dynasty. When a family lost the mandate a new family would take over.

DariusL answered Aug 6, 2018

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