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Taoist Master: Why Esoteric Taoist Mantras Cannot Be Lightly Transmitted?

Taoist Master: Why Esoteric Taoist Mantras Cann...

True Daoist oral instructions are rarely transmitted due to spiritual rigor, ethical risks, social consequences, and cultural preservation. Only those with virtue, perseverance, and proper lineage may receive them—lest misuse...

Taoist Master: Why Esoteric Taoist Mantras Cann...

True Daoist oral instructions are rarely transmitted due to spiritual rigor, ethical risks, social consequences, and cultural preservation. Only those with virtue, perseverance, and proper lineage may receive them—lest misuse...

Does intervening in others' karmic retribution (for good or evil) affect oneself?

Does intervening in others' karmic retribution ...

A Yuan-era Daoist, Master Ge, intervenes to save a woman from vengeful spirits tied to her karmic past. Though successful, he suffers severe spiritual backlash—vomiting black blood and nearly dying—revealing...

Does intervening in others' karmic retribution ...

A Yuan-era Daoist, Master Ge, intervenes to save a woman from vengeful spirits tied to her karmic past. Though successful, he suffers severe spiritual backlash—vomiting black blood and nearly dying—revealing...

Daoist Star Lore: The 28 Lunar Mansions & Celestial Guardians

Daoist Star Lore: The 28 Lunar Mansions & Celes...

The Twenty-Eight Lunar Mansions (Xiu) are ancient Chinese constellations used to track celestial movements and mark seasons. Grouped into Four Palaces—Azure Dragon (East), Vermilion Bird (South), White Tiger (West), and...

Daoist Star Lore: The 28 Lunar Mansions & Celes...

The Twenty-Eight Lunar Mansions (Xiu) are ancient Chinese constellations used to track celestial movements and mark seasons. Grouped into Four Palaces—Azure Dragon (East), Vermilion Bird (South), White Tiger (West), and...

No Rewards for Goodness, No Punishments for Evil? Taoism’s Concept of "Chengfu" Offers a Different Answer

No Rewards for Goodness, No Punishments for Evi...

Daoist "Chengfu" (Inherited Burden) theory explains why virtue isn’t always rewarded and vice unpunished: moral consequences span generations. Unlike individual karma, it links ancestors’ deeds to descendants’ fate. 

No Rewards for Goodness, No Punishments for Evi...

Daoist "Chengfu" (Inherited Burden) theory explains why virtue isn’t always rewarded and vice unpunished: moral consequences span generations. Unlike individual karma, it links ancestors’ deeds to descendants’ fate. 

The Scripture of Calming Observation from the Profound and Sacred Numinous Treasure

The Scripture of Calming Observation from the P...

The Dongxuan Lingbao Dingguan Jing teaches that true meditation requires extinguishing the “agitated mind” while preserving the “illuminating mind.” Through non-attachment, balanced effort, and effortless awareness—neither forcing nor indulging thought—one...

The Scripture of Calming Observation from the P...

The Dongxuan Lingbao Dingguan Jing teaches that true meditation requires extinguishing the “agitated mind” while preserving the “illuminating mind.” Through non-attachment, balanced effort, and effortless awareness—neither forcing nor indulging thought—one...

The Legend and Significance of "Worshipping the Dippers for Blessings"

The Legend and Significance of "Worshipping the...

The article explores the Daoist ritual of "Bai Dou" (worshipping the Big Dipper) for longevity and protection, rooted in ancient Chinese star lore. It recounts Zhuge Liang’s legendary—but failed—attempt at...

The Legend and Significance of "Worshipping the...

The article explores the Daoist ritual of "Bai Dou" (worshipping the Big Dipper) for longevity and protection, rooted in ancient Chinese star lore. It recounts Zhuge Liang’s legendary—but failed—attempt at...

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  • 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.

  • Figures of Taoism: Yu Wenyong 宇文邕

    Figures of Taoism: Yu Wenyong 宇文邕

    Emperor Wu of Northern Zhou (543–578), named Yuwen Yong, was a Daoist-leaning ruler who abolished Buddhism twice, viewing it as the root of turmoil since the Eastern Han. He advocated...

    Figures of Taoism: Yu Wenyong 宇文邕

    Emperor Wu of Northern Zhou (543–578), named Yuwen Yong, was a Daoist-leaning ruler who abolished Buddhism twice, viewing it as the root of turmoil since the Eastern Han. He advocated...

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