What Are the Requirements to Become a Daoist Priest?

What Are the Requirements to Become a Daoist Priest?

In brief, the requirements include:

1. A local recommendation letter;

2. Sincere devotion to Daoist beliefs;

3. Good physical health;

4. Parental consent;

5. Minimum age of 18;

6. Basic education and moral integrity;

7. Must reside in a Daoist temple to apprentice under a master and take refuge in the Three Treasures (Dao, scriptures, and teacher).