Author: Ireneus László Legeza
Publisher: Pantheon
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Tao Magic
Author: Ireneus László Legeza
Publisher: Pantheon
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Publisher: Pantheon
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Tao Magic
Author: Ireneus László Legeza
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
Taoist graphic art is first and foremost a practical magic. It is designed to protect, to heal, to bring success in everyday undertakings, and to ensure long life, health and happiness.
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
Taoist graphic art is first and foremost a practical magic. It is designed to protect, to heal, to bring success in everyday undertakings, and to ensure long life, health and happiness.
The Tao of Craft
Author: Benebell Wen
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
ISBN: 1623170672
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 617
Book Description
For the first time in English, Benebell Wen reveals the rich history and theoretical principles underlying the ancient practice of crafting Fu talismans, or magical sigils, in the Chinese Taoist tradition and gives detailed instructions for modern practitioners who would like to craft their own Fu. Fu talismans are ideograms and writings typically rendered on paper and empowered by means of invocations, ritual, and transferences of energy, or Qi. Talismans can be used for many purposes, such as strengthening or weakening personality characteristics, finding love, earning more money, or easing emotional tensions in the home. The Tao of Craft shows how metaphysical energy can be harnessed to amplify, strengthen, weaken, dispel, or block other metaphysical energy and to rectify perceived imbalances in the material plane. Supported by an abundance of detailed charts and images, this book serves as a step-by-step handbook that gives readers the knowledge and confidence to craft their own Fu talismans for personal empowerment. Wen, author of Holistic Tarot, delves into historic and cultural contexts of the Fu, from the neolithic period of Chinese history to contemporary practices of esoteric Taoism. Providing a solid foundation in the principles of Eastern spellcrafting, she highlights the blending of Taoist metaphysical practices with Western approaches to magic by pointing out eclectic, integrating, and harmonizing facets from other cultures and religions. Historically, Fu talismans were used by medieval Chinese for alleviating illness; averting misfortune, magical attacks, and curses; defending against assaults; and avoiding poverty. This book shows Western practitioners that the skill and knowledge to develop an interactive relationship with spirit realms are still available to them today, and serves as a practical handbook for accumulating Qi energy from sources in the environment and channeling it in concentrated form into their own Fu talismans.
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
ISBN: 1623170672
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 617
Book Description
For the first time in English, Benebell Wen reveals the rich history and theoretical principles underlying the ancient practice of crafting Fu talismans, or magical sigils, in the Chinese Taoist tradition and gives detailed instructions for modern practitioners who would like to craft their own Fu. Fu talismans are ideograms and writings typically rendered on paper and empowered by means of invocations, ritual, and transferences of energy, or Qi. Talismans can be used for many purposes, such as strengthening or weakening personality characteristics, finding love, earning more money, or easing emotional tensions in the home. The Tao of Craft shows how metaphysical energy can be harnessed to amplify, strengthen, weaken, dispel, or block other metaphysical energy and to rectify perceived imbalances in the material plane. Supported by an abundance of detailed charts and images, this book serves as a step-by-step handbook that gives readers the knowledge and confidence to craft their own Fu talismans for personal empowerment. Wen, author of Holistic Tarot, delves into historic and cultural contexts of the Fu, from the neolithic period of Chinese history to contemporary practices of esoteric Taoism. Providing a solid foundation in the principles of Eastern spellcrafting, she highlights the blending of Taoist metaphysical practices with Western approaches to magic by pointing out eclectic, integrating, and harmonizing facets from other cultures and religions. Historically, Fu talismans were used by medieval Chinese for alleviating illness; averting misfortune, magical attacks, and curses; defending against assaults; and avoiding poverty. This book shows Western practitioners that the skill and knowledge to develop an interactive relationship with spirit realms are still available to them today, and serves as a practical handbook for accumulating Qi energy from sources in the environment and channeling it in concentrated form into their own Fu talismans.
Tao of Manifestation
Author: Barefoot Doctor
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781912062393
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Using the ancient universal art of wei wu wei magic Taoism was first renowned in the West among hippies for its magic - the ability to make things manifest with great ease, hardly without even having to twitch your nose to make things happen.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781912062393
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Using the ancient universal art of wei wu wei magic Taoism was first renowned in the West among hippies for its magic - the ability to make things manifest with great ease, hardly without even having to twitch your nose to make things happen.
Magical Tarot, Mystical Tao
Author: Diane Morgan
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 9780312312213
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
A blend of Western traditions and Eastern Taoist principles, this guide offers a clear, insightful reading using the standard Rider Waite deck, suitable for beginners or experts. 79 halftones throughout.
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 9780312312213
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
A blend of Western traditions and Eastern Taoist principles, this guide offers a clear, insightful reading using the standard Rider Waite deck, suitable for beginners or experts. 79 halftones throughout.
Taoist Mysteries and Magic
Author: John Blofeld
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Philosophy
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
Taoism
Author: Julius Evola
Publisher: Holmes Publishing Group
ISBN: 9781558182271
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 31
Book Description
Publisher: Holmes Publishing Group
ISBN: 9781558182271
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 31
Book Description
The Shambhala Guide to Taoism
Author: Eva Wong
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
A complete guide to the history, philosphy and practice of an ancient Chinese spiritual tradition.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
A complete guide to the history, philosphy and practice of an ancient Chinese spiritual tradition.
The Tao Is Silent
Author: Raymond M. Smullyan
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0062281410
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 303
Book Description
The Tao Is Silent Is Raymond Smullyan's beguiling and whimsical guide to the meaning and value of eastern philosophy to westerners. "To me," Writes Smullyan, "Taoism means a state of inner serenity combined with an intense aesthetic awareness. Neither alone is adequate; a purely passive serenity is kind of dull, and an anxiety-ridden awareness is not very appealing." This is more than a book on Chinese philosophy. It is a series of ideas inspired by Taoism that treats a wide variety of subjects about life in general. Smullyan sees the Taoist as "one who is not so much in search of something he hasn't, but who is enjoying what he has." Readers will be charmed and inspired by this witty, sophisticated, yet deeply religious author, whether he is discussing gardening, dogs, the art of napping, or computers who dream that they're human.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 0062281410
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 303
Book Description
The Tao Is Silent Is Raymond Smullyan's beguiling and whimsical guide to the meaning and value of eastern philosophy to westerners. "To me," Writes Smullyan, "Taoism means a state of inner serenity combined with an intense aesthetic awareness. Neither alone is adequate; a purely passive serenity is kind of dull, and an anxiety-ridden awareness is not very appealing." This is more than a book on Chinese philosophy. It is a series of ideas inspired by Taoism that treats a wide variety of subjects about life in general. Smullyan sees the Taoist as "one who is not so much in search of something he hasn't, but who is enjoying what he has." Readers will be charmed and inspired by this witty, sophisticated, yet deeply religious author, whether he is discussing gardening, dogs, the art of napping, or computers who dream that they're human.
Basic Conditions of Taoist Thunder Magic
Author: Florian C. Reiter
Publisher: Otto Harrassowitz Verlag
ISBN: 9783447055932
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Basic Conditions of Taoist Thunder Magic presents most basic concepts and practices of Thunder Magic (Wu-lei fa). In the Song period (12th ct.) Wu-lei fa was a label given to a vast section of specialised ritual practices in religious Taoism. These rituals incorporated and continued older exorcist ways and means that were part of the practical range of religious Taoisms, meeting the demands of an agrarian society that suffered from natural disasters (for example droughts and inundations). Thunder specialist were asked to pray for rain or clear skies, disperse demoniac molestations and ensure a harmonious life. The book is largely based on materials attributed to the school of Wang Wen-ch'ing who was a famous promoter of Wu-lei fa at the court of emperor Sung Hui-tsung. Wang Wen-ch' ing and his followers succeeded in combining the southern traditions of internal alchemy (nei-tan) with exorcist practices. These Taoists also attempted to work out and describe the scientific foundation of Thunder Magic rituals (Wu-lei fa) in terms of astronomy and other emblematic expressions. The theoretical and actual sublimation of exorcist practices was in tune with scholarly tendencies and standards of the time. It was also an attempt to gain or bolster official acceptance.
Publisher: Otto Harrassowitz Verlag
ISBN: 9783447055932
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Basic Conditions of Taoist Thunder Magic presents most basic concepts and practices of Thunder Magic (Wu-lei fa). In the Song period (12th ct.) Wu-lei fa was a label given to a vast section of specialised ritual practices in religious Taoism. These rituals incorporated and continued older exorcist ways and means that were part of the practical range of religious Taoisms, meeting the demands of an agrarian society that suffered from natural disasters (for example droughts and inundations). Thunder specialist were asked to pray for rain or clear skies, disperse demoniac molestations and ensure a harmonious life. The book is largely based on materials attributed to the school of Wang Wen-ch'ing who was a famous promoter of Wu-lei fa at the court of emperor Sung Hui-tsung. Wang Wen-ch' ing and his followers succeeded in combining the southern traditions of internal alchemy (nei-tan) with exorcist practices. These Taoists also attempted to work out and describe the scientific foundation of Thunder Magic rituals (Wu-lei fa) in terms of astronomy and other emblematic expressions. The theoretical and actual sublimation of exorcist practices was in tune with scholarly tendencies and standards of the time. It was also an attempt to gain or bolster official acceptance.