History of Taoism

The Emergence and Development of Ancient Chinese Religions

The Emergence and Development of Ancient Chines...

By the Yin and Shang Dynasties, the natural worship in the prehistoric period had developed into the belief in God and the Mandate of Heaven, and initially formed a celestial...

The Emergence and Development of Ancient Chines...

By the Yin and Shang Dynasties, the natural worship in the prehistoric period had developed into the belief in God and the Mandate of Heaven, and initially formed a celestial...

Similarities and Differences between Taoist and Confucian Thoughts

Similarities and Differences between Taoist and...

The core of these ethical principles is the "Three Cardinal Bonds and Five Constant Virtues". Although Taoist scriptures seldom mention the names of these ethical principles, they make great efforts...

Similarities and Differences between Taoist and...

The core of these ethical principles is the "Three Cardinal Bonds and Five Constant Virtues". Although Taoist scriptures seldom mention the names of these ethical principles, they make great efforts...

The Connection between Taoist Thoughts in the Pre - Qin Period and the Huang - Lao Thoughts in the Han Dynasty

The Connection between Taoist Thoughts in the P...

The Huang-Lao School probably emerged in the state of Qi in the middle of the Warring States period. The content of the Huang-Lao School in the Han Dynasty was rather...

The Connection between Taoist Thoughts in the P...

The Huang-Lao School probably emerged in the state of Qi in the middle of the Warring States period. The content of the Huang-Lao School in the Han Dynasty was rather...

The Origin of Chinese Taoism - Belief in Immortals and Alchemy and Occult Arts

The Origin of Chinese Taoism - Belief in Immort...

In the era of ancient primitive society, some people had already begun to study immortality. Historical records show that the Yellow Emperor Xuanyuan was "learning the way of immortals while...

The Origin of Chinese Taoism - Belief in Immort...

In the era of ancient primitive society, some people had already begun to study immortality. Historical records show that the Yellow Emperor Xuanyuan was "learning the way of immortals while...

The Ceremony of Throwing the Dragon Tablets: A National-level Taoist Rite You May Not Know

The Ceremony of Throwing the Dragon Tablets: A ...

The Ceremony of Throwing the Dragon Tablets was not simply a casual throw. Its operation process was quite complicated. For example, before formally throwing down the dragon petitions, corresponding incantations...

The Ceremony of Throwing the Dragon Tablets: A ...

The Ceremony of Throwing the Dragon Tablets was not simply a casual throw. Its operation process was quite complicated. For example, before formally throwing down the dragon petitions, corresponding incantations...

On what grounds does Lü Dongbin hold a status in Taoism second only to the Supreme Old Lord?

On what grounds does Lü Dongbin hold a status i...

Like most scholars, Lü Dongbin, who repeatedly failed the examinations, was not disheartened and still insisted on taking part in them. Once, when taking an examination, he met Han Zhongli...

On what grounds does Lü Dongbin hold a status i...

Like most scholars, Lü Dongbin, who repeatedly failed the examinations, was not disheartened and still insisted on taking part in them. Once, when taking an examination, he met Han Zhongli...

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  • The Grand Penitential Liturgy of the Jade Repository

    The Grand Penitential Liturgy of the Jade Repos...

    The Grand Penitential Liturgy of the Jade Repository: Late Tang master Du Guangting's expanded rite for directional confessions to Heavenly Worthies, repenting endless errors, erasing sins, and praying for imperial...

    The Grand Penitential Liturgy of the Jade Repos...

    The Grand Penitential Liturgy of the Jade Repository: Late Tang master Du Guangting's expanded rite for directional confessions to Heavenly Worthies, repenting endless errors, erasing sins, and praying for imperial...

  • What is "fuqi" in Taoism?

    What is "fuqi" in Taoism?

    Fuqi: Ancient Taoist art of “wearing qi” — breathe with cosmos, transform energy, heal body, calm mind, awaken spirit through rhythmic, mindful respiration.

    What is "fuqi" in Taoism?

    Fuqi: Ancient Taoist art of “wearing qi” — breathe with cosmos, transform energy, heal body, calm mind, awaken spirit through rhythmic, mindful respiration.

  • What Talismans Are Used in Taoist Rituals and Ceremonies?

    What Talismans Are Used in Taoist Rituals and C...

    Daoist Ritual Symbols: key talismans like banners, door, lamp, and ceremonial charms used in rites to command spirits, heal, and guide souls.

    What Talismans Are Used in Taoist Rituals and C...

    Daoist Ritual Symbols: key talismans like banners, door, lamp, and ceremonial charms used in rites to command spirits, heal, and guide souls.

  • What is the Dao?

    What is the Dao?

    Yin-Yang (陰陽) The complementary forces that create harmony in the universe. Light and dark, active and passive, masculine and feminine - all interconnected.

    What is the Dao?

    Yin-Yang (陰陽) The complementary forces that create harmony in the universe. Light and dark, active and passive, masculine and feminine - all interconnected.

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