The Various Arts Category of Taoist scriptures 道教经书之众术类

The Various Arts Category of Taoist scriptures 道教经书之众术类

Paul Peng

Various Arts Category

It is the ninth category among the Twelve Categories in the classification system of Taoist scriptures. Taoist Doctrine Essentials·Meaning of the Ten Parts interprets "Zhong" (various) as numerous, and "Shu" (arts) as the Dao, stating that "there are many paths for cultivation, all leading to the initial Dao of truth."

Thus, it states: "Various Arts refer to practices such as refining cinnabar and smelting stones, transforming form and hiding shadows."

Works in this category are mostly those describing various techniques including alchemy, invisibility, Yin-Yang theory, the Five Elements, transformation, divination, medicinal remedies, and health preservation.
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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