Buddha Nature & Demonic Nature In temples or spiritual groups, why does it always feel like there are constant controversies and a plethora of distorted truths? Why do critical voices circulate endlessly? This is due to the comparison of human … (Continue Reading)
How much do you understand about “spiritual cultivation”? The term “spiritual cultivation” is familiar to everyone, but do you know why many practitioners have been troubled by their practice and spiritual cultivation in recent years? And why are they desperately … (Continue Reading)
The Practice of True Qi… Part Two In meditation, we not only need to “seek stillness,” but more importantly, we must “seek forgetfulness.” Many sages and enlightened beings in Daoism achieve unity with the entire natural universe in a state … (Continue Reading)
Awakening of the Spirit (34) Is cultivation a road of no return? Or does it mean that once you embark on the path of cultivation, there is no turning back? Or perhaps if you do not continue on this path, … (Continue Reading)
Essentials of Cultivation We live in a tense and busy society, so we must learn to cultivate a healthy and peaceful mind (through meditation and Zen sitting, we can purify our thoughts, helping our minds achieve stability and tranquility). Otherwise, … (Continue Reading)
Awakening of Spiritual Awareness 30 – The Phenomenon of Yin Energy (Part Two) There is another phenomenon experienced by those who are awakening their spiritual awareness. Their bodies act as unobstructed receivers. With changes in thoughts or environments, they automatically … (Continue Reading)
Awakening of Spiritual Awareness (29) The Phenomenon of Spirit Attachment Part One Spirit attachment is a common issue faced by those who have just awakened their spiritual awareness. Due to their sensitive constitution and the awakening of their spiritual awareness, … (Continue Reading)
The Awakening of Spiritual Awareness (28) The essence of a person is a combination of divinity and animality. The reason why sages are considered sages is that they constantly maintain their divinity without losing it. In contrast, ordinary people often … (Continue Reading)
The Best Environment for Practice Practicing should occur in the most difficult and adverse environments. The more one can endure humiliation and the more one is tested, the better the environment for practice.
Why is it necessary to eliminate selfishness and desires in practice? A person who cannot control their emotions must remove selfishness and prejudice to achieve inner peace. One should always think positively, avoiding getting stuck in ignorance and pushing responsibility … (Continue Reading)
Dual Cultivation of Essence and Life The dual cultivation of essence and life is a great method of internal refinement in Taoism and an important characteristic that distinguishes Taoism from Confucianism and Buddhism. However, what is meant by essence and … (Continue Reading)
Spiritual Cultivation and Spirit Refinement The terms “spiritual cultivation” and “spirit refinement” may seem similar at first glance, but the explanations and practices vary greatly among different religious traditions! Followers of Christianity believe that spiritual cultivation is about bringing one’s … (Continue Reading)
The Path of Learning and Cultivation ~ 2 It is easy to learn the way, but difficult to cultivate the truth. One should not blindly practice or refine without guidance; it is essential to have a wise teacher to illuminate … (Continue Reading)
The Awakening of Spiritual Awareness (11) Who invented the concept of spiritual illness? The spirit is unwell. Can the spirit really become ill?
The wonderful past lives and present lives! Whether you believe in past lives or not, the conclusion and the meaning reflected in this article are what truly matter:
The Cultivation and Elevation of the Yuan Shen What Westerners refer to as the soul is known as “Yuan Shen” in the Eastern cultivation community. In the realm of cultivation, both Buddhism and Taoism believe that the Yuan Shen is … (Continue Reading)
How should the body, mind, and spirit of the world be cultivated? The cultivation of the “body,” “mind,” and “spirit” represents different levels and sequences of practice, while “beauty,” “goodness,” and “truth” along with “precepts,” “meditation,” and “wisdom” are the … (Continue Reading)
Awakening of Spiritual Awareness (15) Is cultivation苦? Does practice require苦? Here are some thoughts. Cultivation tests you everywhere. Hardships are always present. Therefore, cultivation is苦. One must cultivate from苦.
The Awakening of Spiritual Awareness (14) With the competition of technology and the rapid changes in society, the uncertainty about the future has ironically led to a lack of security. The pressures of life feel like a heavy burden, making … (Continue Reading)
The Awakening of Consciousness (13) The Buddha teaches: The ten realms are but the mind. All phenomena arise from consciousness. The Buddha said: The ten dharma realms are created by my one mind. All things manifest from consciousness.
The Awakening of Spiritual Awareness (12) Curiosity is something that everyone possesses. Curiosity can lead to personal growth. However, it can also result in obsession and downfall. With the rapid development of the internet.
Awakening the Spirit, Spirit Movement, Spirit Language Among the many deities in the limitless heavenly realm, there are generals, vice-generals, and stewards… Although their positions and ranks vary, they are collectively referred to as [Nine Dragons] after descending to the … (Continue Reading)
The Awakening of Spiritual Awareness (8) The manifestation of spirituality. The journey from initial awakening to full enlightenment can be smooth sailing for some, with abundant blessings and good connections, allowing them to reach the path of awakening in a … (Continue Reading)
Awakening of Spiritual Awareness (9) Pursuing a happy and fulfilling life requires a stable living environment.
The Awakening of Spiritual Awareness (10) Stepping onto the path of cultivation. When faced with adversity, one often hears a saying: You are currently encountering a demonic test or obstruction.
The Essence of Spiritual Cultivation Cultivation primarily involves nurturing the heart and character, refining the body and spirit, and cultivating the soul and mind. However, many practitioners know these principles but fail to put them into practice; it is indeed … (Continue Reading)
Eighteen Principles of Spiritual Life ~ 2 6. Let Go of the Past. *The sixth principle of spiritual life is the need to have the ability to let go of the past. Treat the past as a dream, and then … (Continue Reading)
Eighteen Principles of Spiritual Life ~ 1 *When people focus their attention on spirituality, it brings forth responsibility, a sense of belonging, compassion, and concern for humanity. Spirituality supports and sustains your life,
A Brief Discussion on Cultivation and Mind Training The process of practicing Qigong requires us to continuously calm our complicated and restless ordinary mind, ultimately allowing our true nature to manifest. So how do we subdue this restless ordinary mind? … (Continue Reading)
This scripture is for those who enter the path of cultivation. After repenting for their bad habits in life, they pray to the Pangu Emperor for assistance in eliminating the root of their habitual sins. Thereafter, they should reflect and … (Continue Reading)
The Golden Light Mantra can strengthen the aura of one’s spiritual body, thereby stabilizing the spirit, commonly referred to as the Three Souls and Seven Spirits. Below is the complete text of the mantra for everyone.
The Seven Arts of Yin Symbols in the Classic of Guiguzi Guiguzi is a renowned military strategist and practitioner in history, considered the ancestor of the school of diplomacy known as “Zheng He.” His surname is Wang and his given … (Continue Reading)
The Eastern Emperor has a very famous invocation spell: When we sit quietly in a tranquil room, we can recite the Eastern Emperor’s invocation spell to stabilize our body and spirit, harmonizing our hearts with the natural atmosphere, and experience … (Continue Reading)
The Eastern Emperor of the Hua Dynasty’s Enlightenment Scripture focuses on cultivating the heart and virtue, serving as a guide for taming the mind and spirit. The full text is as follows.
The Precious Scripture of the Nine Heavens Mysterious Lady: Devoted Heart, Returning to Fate, and Worship Traveling through the heavens and the earth. Fierce lords. Above, contemplating the North Star. Below, descending upon the Nine Continents. Clad in golden armor. … (Continue Reading)
The Sutra of the Eastern Emperor’s Path – The Sutra of the Eastern Emperor’s Path serves as a foundational teaching for spiritual cultivation. It clearly indicates the correspondence between acupuncture points and the emotions associated with organs, illustrating the close … (Continue Reading)
How should the heart be cultivated? When one renounces worldly life to cultivate the heart, how should the heart be cultivated? It is to have no discriminating mind; a pure heart is a Buddha. As we interact with people from … (Continue Reading)
Cultivation is not for becoming an immortal or a Buddha, but to meet oneself…
“The Importance of ‘Knowing’ and ‘Understanding’ Sometimes seeing is not believing…
In terms of Taoism – the well-known introductory mantra for practice – the Eastern Wood God Invocation,