A phenomenon occurs within you Disease is a phenomenon that occurs within you, regardless of what kind of phenomenon it is; it is merely a phenomenon. Pathologists, doctors, or even you may assign various names to this phenomenon, but you … (Continue Reading)
There are many Taoist immortals, each teaching according to their own place and responding to the needs of beings in all directions, hence their numerous names. The main ones are as follows: Heavenly Lord, the revered one among all heavens, … (Continue Reading)
You must know! Unwritten Rule One: Do Not Call Out Randomly Whether you are a believer, a layperson, or a Taoist priest, when you see a monk or a priest from the Zhengyi sect, you must respectfully address them as … (Continue Reading)
Original by Shi Qing Dao Jing on 2018-05-07 Jingming and Lushan both trace their origins to Xu Zhenjun, but Jingming belongs to Taoism, while Lushan is associated with shamanism. The “Hai Qiong Bai Zhenren Yulu” records: ‘Yuan Chang asked: Is … (Continue Reading)
The color blue-green refers to the color between blue and green, and it can also refer to black. When describing lake water as blue-green, it indicates a light blue color; when describing mountains as blue-green, it indicates a bluish-green color. … (Continue Reading)
What is a true Taoist? What is true cultivation? This article may provide some inspiration for friends who aspire to cultivate. This story was told by Liang Huotang. It is said that there was a wealthy man in eastern Guangdong … (Continue Reading)
Maintaining the integrity of body and mind through natural communication Practitioners must understand the difference between “the miraculous powers obtained through righteous cultivation” and “the miraculous powers from external entities,” in order to prevent these powers from causing harm. In … (Continue Reading)
“Kowtow” is a traditional national etiquette, the most solemn form of worship. Taoism has inherited this national tradition and endowed the kowtow with special religious significance. In Taoist kowtow rituals, there are distinctions between one bow, three bows, and nine … (Continue Reading)
Since ancient times, many have sought the Way, but few have achieved it. Upon careful examination, it is not that the Way is ineffective, but rather that the motivations of those seeking it are impure. The vast majority of people … (Continue Reading)
Many believers are quite confused about how to practice at home, as there are various trivial matters, and they cannot immerse themselves in the rich atmosphere of Taoism every day like the priests in temples. In fact, practicing at home … (Continue Reading)
Spiritual cultivation and spiritual movement. Spiritual movement and spiritual cultivation. For certain purposes. For example, to seek the so-called supernatural powers (spiritual communication). Or to solve the so-called troubles of spiritual illness and spiritual oppression on the body. And to … (Continue Reading)
Many practitioners of spiritual cultivation exist. Among them, those with sensitive and extraordinary physical constitutions are particularly numerous. The purpose of their practice is to develop mediumship. Their vision is to guide and transform beings from both the spiritual and … (Continue Reading)
The karmic ties of grievances and relationships from past lives. How did this teaching come about? Some say it is seen through the heavenly eye. Or it may arise from spiritual intuition. Additionally, there are instances where spirits possess individuals … (Continue Reading)
The more you walk, the more suffering and depression you encounter. Do you still want to continue on this path? Do not be deceived by the words of others. That is not your karmic obstacles manifesting. It is you who … (Continue Reading)
The purpose of cultivation is to help you understand yourself rather than to ponder over external matters. No matter how one practices, it ultimately leads to a dead end. Human destiny is inescapably tied to birth, aging, sickness, and death. … (Continue Reading)
Pure Land, Zen, and Esoteric Buddhism Buddhism originally had no sectarian divisions, but in the process of liberating sentient beings, different teachings emerged due to the varying capacities of sentient beings. These different teachings formed their own characteristics and thus … (Continue Reading)
The Practice of True Qi… Part One The traditional practice of seated meditation for health can actually be traced back to the time of the Yellow Emperor, around five thousand years ago. According to the book “Zhuangzi,” the Yellow Emperor … (Continue Reading)
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)
True Spiritual Healing True spiritual healing can achieve therapeutic effects solely through the hands, without the need for any forms, props, or auxiliary equipment, by channeling cosmic energy. This is what true spiritual healing is. As for why it is … (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)
Correct Understanding of Practice Currently, there is a trend of “spiritual practice” in Taiwan and around the world. However, this has not improved the social atmosphere. Although temples are abundant and there are many places for practice, it seems to … (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)
Among a hundred types of contemplation, impermanence is the foremost. The Buddha opened the teachings by first discussing impermanence. Why is that? Impermanence is known to all ordinary beings and externalists, as well as to all Buddhas and Bodhisattvas. Impermanence … (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)
Reminders on the Path of Practice 1 On the journey of practice, if you are unclear about where you are and what situations you are encountering,
Emptiness Observation, Still Observation, and Inner Observation Emptiness observation, still observation, and inner observation all contain the character “觀” (to observe). The meaning of “觀” is to look. To look means to directly use one’s eyes without relying on excessive … (Continue Reading)
A lamp at the center of ignorance No matter what kind of child you have, he is not the cause of your suffering, your thoughts about him are the cause of your suffering.
Walking on the Stable Path of the Eightfold Path 1 The Buddha’s Eightfold Path, is a safe and stable path for the mind. By stepping onto it, your heart will not encounter troubles, nor the causes of troubles; you will … (Continue Reading)
Grasp a single word: “Ming” If you don’t want to complicate your practice, just grasp one word. That word is “Ming.” Ming means to clearly know in the present moment, to be aware at all times, no matter where you … (Continue Reading)
Learn from the Buddha, and refrain from gossiping. Gossip is a kind of mental diet, but it is a poor one. When the mind engages in gossip, it consumes food that is dull and uninteresting. The result of consuming such … (Continue Reading)
Meditation Like mental gymnastics, meditation is also a synthesis of imagination and dreams.