The Tao of Health, Longevity, and Immortality: The Teachings of Immortals Chung and Lü - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1570627258 ISBN 13: 9781570627255

Publisher: Shambhala, 2000

Synopsis

Here is a classic Chinese text on the Taoist arts of longevity and immortality. The text dates from the Five Dynasties (907 960 C. E.) and is attributed to Chungli Ch'uan and Lü Tung-pin—two of the most popular figures of Taoism and Chinese culture. This text focuses on Taoist inner alchemy, a theory and method for transforming the mind from within by using practices such as breath control, calisthenics, meditation practices, and sexual alchemy (the method of gathering energy from a sexual partner).

The teachings address the following topics:

   ·  The nature of immortality and how it can be attained by realizing the laws of the Tao within us
   ·  The art of health
   ·  The art of longevity
   ·  How to deal with obstacles and recognize spiritual progress
The Art of Health, Longevity, and Immortality will be of interest to both beginning students of Taoism and scholars. Wong's introduction includes a concise overview of the evolution of Taoist longevity practices as well as an elucidating section for readers who are unfamiliar with the teachings and practices of Taoist inner alchemy. She also includes a list of helpful hints for reading and understanding each section of the text.

About this title

About the Author:

Eva Wong is an independent scholar and a practitioner of the Taoist arts of the Pre-Celestial Way and Complete Reality lineages. She has written and translated many books on Taoism and related topics, including A Master Course in Feng-Shui; Tales of the Taoist Immortals; and Taoism: An Essential Guide.

About this edition

• Publisher: Shambhala
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 1570627258
• ISBN 13: 9781570627255
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 160