Re-study the Origin and Generation of Taoism In the latter half of the 19th century, with the rise of Western religious studies, the origin of religion was once a significant topic of discussion, leading to various answers. Over nearly a century of discussion, numerous theoretical perspectives emerged, yet none gained consensus in the academic community. […]
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The relationship between the era of Zhengyi French Tianshi teaching abstinence and Laozi’s note The “Zhengyi Fawen Tianshi Jiaojie Kejing” (正一法文天师教戒科经) or the Scripture of the Orthodox Unity Sect’s Commandments and Precepts by the Celestial Master is an important early Daoist classic. Its time of origin and the author have been subjects of diverse scholarly
Four Heavenly Teachers in Journey to the West In the Ming dynasty novel “Journey to the West,” the Four Great Heavenly Masters are frequently mentioned. For instance, Chapter 6 describes their presence in the Hall of Universal Brightness, welcoming Bodhisattvas and reporting to the Jade Emperor about the dispatch of celestial troops to capture demons.
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Folk Taboos 1. When moving into a new house, bring a dog or a baby under three years old to see if the place is suitable. If the dog walks around wagging its tail or if the baby crawls and plays happily, the place is good. If the dog refuses to move or barks continuously,
Regulations on the Zhengyi Daoist Sect’s Granting of Talismans (Approved by the Sixth Second Council Meeting of the China Daoist Association on December 28, 2001 Revised at the Seventh National Representatives Meeting of the China Daoist Association on June 24, 2005 Revised at the Ninth National Representatives Meeting of the China Daoist Association on June
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Provisions on the Quanzhen School of Taoists to preach precepts To strengthen Daoist self-construction, inherit the Quanzhen sect’s ordination rituals, standardize ordination activities, and strictly uphold doctrinal teachings, these regulations are established in accordance with the “Regulations on Religious Affairs,” “Management Methods for Religious Organizations,” and the “Constitution of the Chinese Taoist Association.” 1. The
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Taoist righteousness Daoism’s doctrines and teachings form the heart and foundation of its cultural and spiritual system, guiding the faith and practices of its followers and creating a unique spiritual landscape and cultural tradition. The doctrines of Daoism are the fundamental principles of its belief system and practical disciplines. They are deeply rooted in Daoist
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The Essentials of the Teachings Established by the Ancestral Celestial Master: A Brief Exposition –Random Thoughts After Reading “Laozi Xiang Er Zhu”Vice President of the Taoist Association of China, Zhang Jiyu The Supreme Laozi has been transforming lives through the ages, proclaiming the essence of the Dao and enlightening all corners. By the time of
Introduction to the Taoist Gods In the solemn and majestic halls dedicated to the Three Pure Ones within Daoism, one typically finds the venerated figures of three supreme deities. These are the highest gods of Daoism, collectively known as the “Three Pure Ones.” The Three Pure Ones consist of the Jade Pure One (Yuanshi Tianzun),
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Most modern Chinese scholars believe that Taoism and Taoism are two concepts that are both interrelated and distinct. Traditionally, Taoism is sometimes referred to as Taoism or Huang Lao. Strictly speaking, the two are not exactly the same thing. The term “Taoism” first appeared in Sima Tan’s “On the Essentials of the Six Schools of
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