Tao of Health, Longevity, and Immortality The Teachings of Immortals Chung and Lï¿½

Name: Tao of Health, Longevity, and Immortality The Teachings of Immortals Chung and Lï¿½
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ISBN: 9781570627255

ISBN-10: 1570627258

ISBN-13: 9781570627255

Edition: 2000

Authors: Eva Wong

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Here is a classic Chinese text on the Taoist arts of longevity and immortality. The text dates from the Five Dynasties (907960 C. E.) and is attributed to Chungli Ch'uan and Luuml; 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…

Book details

List price: $21.95
Copyright year: 2000
Publisher: Shambhala Publications, Incorporated
Publication date: 12/5/2000
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 160
Size: 5.55" wide x 8.46" long x 0.39" tall
Weight: 0.440



Translator's Introduction


The Teachings of the Tao As Transmitted by Chung and Lu



Heaven and Earth



The Great Tao



Heaven and Earth



Sun and Moon



The Four Periods of Time



The Five Elements



Fire and Water



Dragon and Tiger



The Medicines



Lead and Mercury



Extracting and Replenishing



The Waterwheel



Returning to the Elixir Fields



Refining the Body



Moving to the Primordial Regions



Internal Observation



Monsters and Obstacles



Experiences and Feedback