Introduction to Taoism Q&A

What is the Jushi 居士?

What is the Jushi 居士?

Taoist priests are divided into monastic and non-monastic categories. Non-monastic Taoist priests are also called "Jushi."

What is the Jushi 居士?

Taoist priests are divided into monastic and non-monastic categories. Non-monastic Taoist priests are also called "Jushi."

What is the Huoju 火居?

What is the Huoju 火居?

Huoju Taoists are allowed to marry and have children, but they must also uphold precepts and observe fasting.

What is the Huoju 火居?

Huoju Taoists are allowed to marry and have children, but they must also uphold precepts and observe fasting.

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What is the Zhenren (真人)?

"The true persons of ancient times did not dream when they slept, knew no worry when awake, took no delight in food, and breathed deeply.

What is the Zhenren (真人)?

"The true persons of ancient times did not dream when they slept, knew no worry when awake, took no delight in food, and breathed deeply.

What is the Yellow Crown (黄冠)?

What is the Yellow Crown (黄冠)?

Early Taoists revered the color yellow, so based on the color of Taoist priests' clothing and hats, male Taoists were called "Yellow Crown" by the public.

What is the Yellow Crown (黄冠)?

Early Taoists revered the color yellow, so based on the color of Taoist priests' clothing and hats, male Taoists were called "Yellow Crown" by the public.

What is the Gaogong (高功)?

What is the Gaogong (高功)?

As the head of all deacons, the holder of the Gaogong position must "possess inner moral integrity, uphold outer ceremonial dignity, command the reverence of both heaven and humanity

What is the Gaogong (高功)?

As the head of all deacons, the holder of the Gaogong position must "possess inner moral integrity, uphold outer ceremonial dignity, command the reverence of both heaven and humanity

What is the Fangshi (方士)?

What is the Fangshi (方士)?

The origin of "fangshi" dates back to ancient times. For example, legendary figures in ancient myths such as the Queen Mother of the West (Xiwangmu),the King Father of the East...

What is the Fangshi (方士)?

The origin of "fangshi" dates back to ancient times. For example, legendary figures in ancient myths such as the Queen Mother of the West (Xiwangmu),the King Father of the East...