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-Taoism and Nature-
Honoring a tree in Taoist practice can be as simple as standing in quiet presence or as ceremonial as tying...
In Taoism, nature is not scenery but teacher. Rivers, animals, forests, and clouds reveal the Way to those who observe....
Snakes in Taoism symbolize wisdom, transformation, and harmony with nature. From myths like Fuxi and Nuwa’s creation to tales of...
-Taoist Legends and Creatures-
A Taoist monk, Master Qingshan, forged the Ci Jian, the Sword of Mercy, to grant a painless release to those...
Zhenwu, the Taoist warrior deity, forges the Sword of Divine Balance in a mystical cave, shaping a blade not for...
Discover the striking parallels between the Taoist purge during China’s Cultural Revolution and Star Wars' Order 66. This article explores...
-Taoist Karma-
Explore karma in Taoism through the 4 Ascendant Tradition’s unique 3-pole model. Learn how karmic energy builds, breaks, or gathers...
Taoist Master Mikel Steenrod does a wide ranging talk on Taoist Karma and the 3 Level Method....
Living the Tao – Episode 25, Don't Break Divine Law: Taoist Master Mikel Steenrod reveals how karma forms through disrupted...
-Taoism and Love-
Learn a simple, powerful way to invoke love through the Tao. This beginner-friendly guide offers a clear invocation, explains how...
Taoist love wisdom reveals that healthy love balances emotion, choice, and intuition. Unhealthy love stems from craving or ignoring choice....
Discover Taoist wisdom on love. Learn about its three forms—parental, romantic, and universal—and how they bring harmony and fulfillment....
-Te of Tao and Invocation-
The world is shaped by our minds. In Taoism, this refers to the Te of the Tao and Te. There...
Dear Friend, The act of Invocation provides you with an easy opportunity to better your relationship with the Tao. It...
4 Basic Rules of Taoist Invocation and Direct Examples of Invoking the Tao...
Taoist Shrines and Temples
Small Taoist shrines serve as versatile spiritual hubs, hosting rituals like daily offerings, meditation, ancestor worship, and seasonal festivals. These...
Discover the tradition of personal Taoist altars, from ancient symbolism to creating your sacred space at home. This guide explores...
Discover the profound symbolism behind offerings at Taoist shrines, from incense and fruits to talismans and healing herbs. Each offering...
-Living as a Taoist-
Discover the ancient Taoist practice of Biguan, a quiet retreat for body and spirit. Learn how laypeople today use fasting,...
Discover the tradition of personal Taoist altars, from ancient symbolism to creating your sacred space at home. This guide explores...
In Taoism, incense is more than scent—it's a bridge between the practitioner and the divine. Discover how incense is used...
-Spiritual Enlightenment in Taoism-
Enlightenment means very different things depending on who you ask. This clear comparison explores how Buddhism, Classical and Sectarian Taoism,...
What is Taoist enlightenment? This foundational teaching from the 4 Ascendant Sphere Tradition explains how the Social Mind shapes perception...
Explore karma in Taoism through the 4 Ascendant Tradition’s unique 3-pole model. Learn how karmic energy builds, breaks, or gathers...
-4 Ascendant Practices-
Honoring a tree in Taoist practice can be as simple as standing in quiet presence or as ceremonial as tying...
Discover the 4 Ascendant Sphere Purity Adept School, a 1,500-year-old Taoist tradition focusing on spiritual enlightenment, balance, and the art...
Discover the tradition of personal Taoist altars, from ancient symbolism to creating your sacred space at home. This guide explores...
-Taoism Belief and Facts-
This episode of Living the Tao explores what really defines Taoism—not as rigid divine law, but as a flexible human...
Taoism is a living tradition rooted in ancient Chinese wisdom. From the Xia to the Tang dynasty, it evolved through...
Taoist Holy Days vary by region and tradition. This guide explores the calendar of sacred days, deities, and rituals across...