Introduction to Taoism Q&A

"Taiyin Refining the Form" in Female Alchemy (Nüdan) 太阴炼形

"Taiyin Refining the Form" in Female Alchemy (N...

“Taiyin Refining the Form” is a supreme method for female cultivation in Taoism, emphasizing the unique physiological and psychological characteristics of women, using lunar symbolism as a guide.

"Taiyin Refining the Form" in Female Alchemy (N...

“Taiyin Refining the Form” is a supreme method for female cultivation in Taoism, emphasizing the unique physiological and psychological characteristics of women, using lunar symbolism as a guide.

"Chopping the Red Dragon" in Female Alchemy (Nüdan)

"Chopping the Red Dragon" in Female Alchemy (Nü...

“Slaying the Red Dragon” in female alchemy refers to stopping menstruation as a prerequisite for successful inner elixir cultivation, achieved through specific breathing and physical exercises.

"Chopping the Red Dragon" in Female Alchemy (Nü...

“Slaying the Red Dragon” in female alchemy refers to stopping menstruation as a prerequisite for successful inner elixir cultivation, achieved through specific breathing and physical exercises.

Schools of Female Alchemy (Nüdan)

Schools of Female Alchemy (Nüdan)

Female alchemy is divided into seven major schools, each with unique practices tailored to women's physiological and psychological characteristics for spiritual cultivation.

Schools of Female Alchemy (Nüdan)

Female alchemy is divided into seven major schools, each with unique practices tailored to women's physiological and psychological characteristics for spiritual cultivation.

Female Alchemy in Internal Alchemy (Neidan)

Female Alchemy in Internal Alchemy (Neidan)

Female alchemy, or “Nü Dan,” refers to the unique practices and methods used by women in internal alchemy, emphasizing gender-specific techniques for spiritual cultivation.

Female Alchemy in Internal Alchemy (Neidan)

Female alchemy, or “Nü Dan,” refers to the unique practices and methods used by women in internal alchemy, emphasizing gender-specific techniques for spiritual cultivation.

Main schools of Inner Alchemy 内丹术的主要流派

Main schools of Inner Alchemy 内丹术的主要流派

Since the Song Dynasty, internal alchemy has been divided into five main schools: Southern, Northern, Eastern, Western, and Central, each with distinct practices and philosophies.

Main schools of Inner Alchemy 内丹术的主要流派

Since the Song Dynasty, internal alchemy has been divided into five main schools: Southern, Northern, Eastern, Western, and Central, each with distinct practices and philosophies.

The Development Process of Taoist Neidan (Internal Alchemy)

The Development Process of Taoist Neidan (Inter...

Internal alchemy emerged in the Eastern Jin Dynasty, flourished in the late Tang Dynasty, and matured by integrating Daoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism into a comprehensive practice.

The Development Process of Taoist Neidan (Inter...

Internal alchemy emerged in the Eastern Jin Dynasty, flourished in the late Tang Dynasty, and matured by integrating Daoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism into a comprehensive practice.