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Jade Emperor thread (from practice section)
From: bagua
Subject: Philosophy
Date/Time 2006-04-16 14:56:44
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Hi:
In the time of Wang, almost all serious seekers studied all three of the spiritual/philosophies. Its interesting, Wang was an alcholic and claims to have met immortals, he was against sex and more of the monastic approach.
The alchemsts of the past were hermits, in isolation. Even the one's today seem to be social hermits.
bagua
The Teachings of Wang Chongyang
Wang embraced many of what he considered the better aspects of the three teachings which dominated China’s religious followings at the time – Daoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism – and incorporated them into the Quanzhen school. He moved away from the elaborate ceremonies, the writing of talismans, and the intricate visualisations that were central to the old Daoist traditions and put a greater emphasis on self cultivation through the practice of quiet sitting meditation. He identified closely with the simplicity and naturalness in Laozi’s Daode jing, as well as Zhuangzi’s teachings of spontaneity and non interference (wu wei). There are several other texts considered important in the Quanzhen school and these include the Clear and Tranquil Classic, the Yin Convergence Classic, and the Jade Emperor’s Mind Seal Classic.
The elements he took from Buddhism included their approach to karma and rebirth and, in particular, the Chan (Zen) teachings of the Heart Sutra and the Diamond Sutra. He also had great respect for the teachings of Confucius and encouraged his followers to study the Classic of Filial Piety, to help others, and do good deeds whenever they could. Wang considered the golden elixir to be our true nature. He said that helping others and being clear and tranquil contributes to developing this elixir. He advised that people wishing to cultivate their true nature should not seek fame, wealth, or profit, should eliminate worry and anger, and should abstain from sex, alcohol, and strong smelling vegetables (onion, garlic, etc.) He left behind fifteen principles for following the Dao which form the basis of the Quanzhen teachings.
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