An all-encompassing study of the principles and practices of Feng-Shui * From bestselling author of Feng-Shui and The Shambhala Guide to Taoism * Covers evaluating landscape and external environment, use of the geomantic compass, planning space use, matching occupants to a house, furniture placement, improving the Feng-shui of a building with ...
History and legend are interwoven in this folk novel that both entertains and instructs. Written by an unknown author, Seven Taoist Masters is the story of six men and one woman who overcome tremendous hardships on the journey to self-mastery. These characters and their teacher, Wang Ch'ung-yang, are all historical figures who lived in the ...
A comprehensive study of feng-shui discusses the theoretical and philosophical principles of the ancient Chinese art of harmonious design, the history of its practice, and ways to adapt one's environment to harmonize the patterns of the universe.
An introduction to Taoism, divided into three sections: history of Taoism, systems of Taoism and Taoist practices. The book follows Taoism from its Shamanic roots in Chinese prehistory to the classical period of Lao-Tzu, through to the Taoism of today. It examines the various schools and practices of Taoism such as meditation techniques, ways of ...
This book is a collection of traditional stories about mythical Chinese Taoist characters. Entertaining and provocative, these tales usually include a moral. The immortals are role models in Chinese culture, as well as examples of enlightenment. Some of the immortals were healers, some were social activists, some were aristocrats and some ...
The "Hui-ming-Ching", first published in 1794, is a classic Taoist manual concerned with the circulation of internal energy by means of meditation. This translation discusses the practices of microcosmic and macrocosmic orbits, the role of breath in circulating energy and the conservation of procreative energy for the attainment of health, ...
In "Tales of the Dancing Dragon", Taoist master Eva Wong relates the provocative stories and legends that recount the history and spiritual evolution of Taoism. These traditional tales are gleaned from the storytellers of Hong Kong and the uncensored chronicles known as yeshi - the wild history of China, not monitored by the official imperial ...
Modern-day Taoist adept, Eva Wong, continues her work of bringing the secrets of inner alchemy to Westerners, imparting the wisdom taught by the Chinese masters since ancient times through her careful selection and translation of some of the key texts. The three classics translated here are Treatise on the Mysterious Orifice, Discussion on the ...
An ancient Taoist text explains the tradition of "internal alchemy" and is accompanied by a commentary which explains the symbolism of the text and the methods for cultivating internal stillness of body and mind.
Here is a classic Chinese text on the Taoist arts of longevity and immortality. The text dates from the Five Dynasties and is attributed to Chungli Ch'uan and Lu Tung-Pin, two of the most popular figures of Taoism and Chinese culture. Translated by Eva Wong, The Tao of Health, Longevity and Immortality will appeal to both beginning students of ...
One of the three main texts of Taoism--along with the Tao Te Ching and the Chuang Tzu--this guide offers practical advice for the conduct of everyday life. Presenting Lieh-tzu as a friendly, intimate companion speaking directly to the reader, this edition invites the reader to listen to the "voice" of Lieh-tzu, rather than read his words with an ...
This text is an anthology of introductory writings on Taoism, ranging from classical sources such as the "Tao te Ching" and the "Chuang-tzu", to mystical texts, ethical tracts, chants, rituals, and teachings on meditation.
Eva Wong presents and explains three classic texts that represent the three traditional levels of the Taoist teachings Outer, Inner, and Secret. The Outer teachings are concerned with understanding the Tao as manifested in nature and society. The Inner teachings familiarise the practitioner with the energetic structure of the human body, while the ...
A translation of a manual of Taoist techniques for attaining good health, longevity, and spiritual transformation. It focuses on three Taoist forms; internal, external and sexual.
A translation of ancient sage Lieh-Tzu's Taoist text, this book is a collection of stories and philosophical musing from the fourth century BCE. The translation presents Lieh-Tzu as a friendly, intimate companion speaking directly to the reader in a contemporary voice.
This text of Taoism, written by the 12th-century sage Li Ying-chang, is an accessible introduction to Taoist thought and practice. It offers direct teachings, which focus on leading a balanced, healthy life. Included are 20 folk stories that illustrate the teachings and an introductory essay that discusses the more esoteric meanings of the ...
China's phenomenal rise in economic power has amazed the world. While manufacturing operations have developed at lightning speed, the business environment has evolved more slowly. Many companies are struggling to decide where they are going, how to manage their operations more effectively, and how to establish win win relationships with customers ...
The readings in this Pocket Classic provide a beginner's entree into the treasury of writings from the Taoist canon. They range from the Shamanic songs that are the roots of Taoism to guidelines on meditation, longevity, and immortality.
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