Introduction to Taoism Q&A

Bao Jing (鲍靓): The Bridge Between Masters

Bao Jing (鲍靓): The Bridge Between Masters

Bao Jing, known as the “Immortal Prefect,” was a master of Taoist alchemy and mentor to Ge Hong. He learned from the immortal Yin Changsheng and later governed in Nanhai....

Bao Jing (鲍靓): The Bridge Between Masters

Bao Jing, known as the “Immortal Prefect,” was a master of Taoist alchemy and mentor to Ge Hong. He learned from the immortal Yin Changsheng and later governed in Nanhai....

Wei Huacun (魏華存): The Supreme Clarity Matriarch

Wei Huacun (魏華存): The Supreme Clarity Matriarch

Wei Huacun (252–334) was a prominent female Taoist who authored key texts like the "Classic of the Yellow Court" and founded the Shangqing School. She practiced for over 40 years...

Wei Huacun (魏華存): The Supreme Clarity Matriarch

Wei Huacun (252–334) was a prominent female Taoist who authored key texts like the "Classic of the Yellow Court" and founded the Shangqing School. She practiced for over 40 years...

Wu Meng (吳猛): The Filial Immortal

Wu Meng (吳猛): The Filial Immortal

Wu Meng, styled Shiyun, was a native of Puyang (present-day Puyang County, Henan Province) and a renowned Taoist priest of the Jin Dynasty. According to records, Wu Meng was extremely...

Wu Meng (吳猛): The Filial Immortal

Wu Meng, styled Shiyun, was a native of Puyang (present-day Puyang County, Henan Province) and a renowned Taoist priest of the Jin Dynasty. According to records, Wu Meng was extremely...

Ge Xuan (葛玄): The Immortal Master

Ge Xuan (葛玄): The Immortal Master

Ge Xuan (164–244), known as “Immortal Ge” and “Taiji Immortal,” was a key figure in early Taoist alchemy. Taught by Zuo Ci, he practiced talismans and alchemy. Sun Quan built...

Ge Xuan (葛玄): The Immortal Master

Ge Xuan (164–244), known as “Immortal Ge” and “Taiji Immortal,” was a key figure in early Taoist alchemy. Taught by Zuo Ci, he practiced talismans and alchemy. Sun Quan built...

Zuo Ci 左慈 The Magical Alchemist and Master of Taoist Sorcery

Zuo Ci 左慈 The Magical Alchemist and Master of T...

Zuo Ci, a Han Dynasty Taoist, was known for his alchemy and magic. He was the teacher of Ge Xuan and could perform miracles like conjuring fish from a water-filled...

Zuo Ci 左慈 The Magical Alchemist and Master of T...

Zuo Ci, a Han Dynasty Taoist, was known for his alchemy and magic. He was the teacher of Ge Xuan and could perform miracles like conjuring fish from a water-filled...

The Zhang Lu 张鲁 Daoist Master

The Zhang Lu 张鲁 Daoist Master

Zhang Lu, the third Taoist Celestial Master, ruled Hanzhong for 30 years. He established a theocratic regime, providing free food and lenient laws. His followers thrived, and he later surrendered...

The Zhang Lu 张鲁 Daoist Master

Zhang Lu, the third Taoist Celestial Master, ruled Hanzhong for 30 years. He established a theocratic regime, providing free food and lenient laws. His followers thrived, and he later surrendered...