The Seven Luminaries Gods of the Five Planets are seven star deities 五星七曜星君

The Seven Luminaries Gods of the Five Planets are seven star deities 五星七曜星君

Paul Peng
The Seven Luminaries Gods of the Five Planets are seven star deities in Taoism. The "Five Planets", also known as "Five Luminaries", refer to Jupiter, Mars, Venus, Mercury, and Saturn. Together with the Sun and the Moon, they are collectively called the "Seven Luminaries". Xuanmen Baohai Scripture states: "The yang essence is the Sun, and the yin essence is the Moon. The essences of the Sun and the Moon are divided into stars. All stars, in accordance with the true Dao, nurture twelve thousand kinds of creatures, down to livestock, manure, grass, and trees, all of which are nourished by the secret Dao and essential virtues to grow." This means that the "Five Planets and Seven Luminaries" are all manifestations of the Dao. Heaven and earth rely on the true qi of the Sun, Moon, and stars to nurture all things.


Sun Lord
The Sun Lord originated from the ancient people's worship of the Sun. Taoism regards the Sun as the yang essence, calling it "Sun Palace Supreme Cinnabar Blazing Light Luminous Sun Emperor" or "Sun Palace Sun Emperor, Filial Piety Immortal King", and is depicted as a male figure. Taishang Dongshen Five Stars, Various Constellations, Sun and Moon Hun Chang Scripture states that those who encounter the Sun Lord "will surely obtain immortal techniques".


Moon Lord
The Moon Lord originated from the ancient people's worship of the Moon. Taoism regards the Moon as the yin essence, calling it "Moon Palace Yellow Blossom Plain Radiance Primordial Essence Sacred Queen Lunar Yuan Lord" or "Moon Palace Lunar Emperor, Filial Piety Bright King", and is depicted as a female figure. Taishang Dongshen Five Stars, Various Constellations, Sun and Moon Hun Chang Scripture states that those who encounter the Moon Lord "will obtain whatever they seek, and what they obtain is the technique to transcend the world and achieve immortality".

True Sovereign of Jupiter
The True Sovereign of Jupiter, also known as "Eastern Jupiter True Sovereign" or "Wood Virtue True Lord". Yunji Qiqian points out the name of the True Sovereign of Jupiter: his given name is Chenglan, and his courtesy name is Qingning. Taishang Dongzhen Five Stars Secret Transmission Scripture describes the duties of the True Sovereign of Jupiter, stating that he "presides over the growth of all things, transforming gloom into comfort. When people's fortunes encounter him, they are mostly blessed with good fortune and celebrations, and should promote kindness to welcome him".


True Sovereign of Mars
The True Sovereign of Mars, also known as "Southern Mars True Sovereign" or "Fire Virtue True Lord". Yunji Qiqian points out the name of the True Sovereign of Mars: his surname is Haokong, and his taboo name is Weichun Sanrong. Taishang Dongzhen Five Stars Secret Transmission Scripture describes his duties, stating that he "presides over the nourishment of all things, illuminating the dark and penetrating the subtle. When people's fortunes encounter him, they are mostly plagued by disasters, illnesses, and misfortunes, and should promote kindness to welcome him".


True Sovereign of Venus
The True Sovereign of Venus, also known as "Western Venus True Sovereign" or "Metal Virtue True Lord". Yunji Qiqian points out the name of the True Sovereign of Venus: his surname is Haokong, and his given name is Debiao. Taishang Dongzhen Five Stars Secret Transmission Scripture describes his duties, stating that he "presides over the gathering and storing of all things, announcing the completion of achievements with solemnity. When people's fortunes encounter him, they are mostly afflicted by disasters, strange phenomena, and criminal punishments, and should promote kindness to welcome him".


True Sovereign of Mercury
The True Sovereign of Mercury, also known as "Northern Mercury True Sovereign" or "Water Virtue True Lord". Yunji Qiqian points out the name of the True Sovereign of Mercury: his given name is Qixuan, and his courtesy name is Jiyuan. Taishang Dongzhen Five Stars Secret Transmission Scripture describes his duties, stating that he "facilitates the smoothness of all things, containing the true and nurturing the spiritual. When people's fortunes encounter him, they are mostly tormented by disasters, stagnation, and impeachment, and should promote kindness to welcome him".


True Sovereign of Saturn
The True Sovereign of Saturn, also known as "Central Saturn True Sovereign" or "Earth Virtue True Lord". Yunji Qiqian points out the name of the True Sovereign of Saturn: his given name is Cangmu, and his courtesy name is Danyan. Taishang Dongzhen Five Stars Secret Transmission Scripture describes his duties, stating that he "presides over the extensive nurturing of all species throughout the four seasons, achieving success without error. When people's fortunes encounter him, they are mostly troubled by worries, blockages, and legal disasters, and should promote kindness to welcome him".
Paul Peng — Zhengyi Taoist Priest, Longhu Mountain

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Paul Peng

Paul Peng is a Zhengyi Taoist priest from Longhu Mountain, Jiangxi — the ancestral home of the Celestial Masters' tradition. Ordained at 25 after a dream from the Celestial Master, he has practiced for 25 years under Master Zeng Guangliang. He is the curator of this store, which is officially authorized by Tianshi Fu. All items are consecrated at the temple by the resident priest team.

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