Cultivation Instructions

Name: Cultivation Instructions
Author: Yuan-Chen Zhi

修炼须知

by Yuan-Chen Zhi (元-陈致)

Status: Completed
Source: Fanqie

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Synopsis

"Instructions for Cultivation" has a special status in Taoist classics. It is not only a must-read manual for practitioners of the Jindan sect, but also a practical guide for cultivation of both life and life. The book emphasizes "preventing danger and protecting loss", reminding practitioners to be careful and perseverant in the process of cultivation, and not to rush forward in a hurry; at the same time, it points out that "quiet and inactive, and self-transformation over time" reveals the essentials of cultivation. Achieve the great road in peace of mind and perseverance. This ancient book is simple and clear to read, but it contains infinite wisdom. It teaches people to understand the energy of heaven and earth from every breath and every thought. What they cultivate is not only the way of immortality, but also the way of harmony between mind and life.

Reader comments

This book is rich in content and covers many aspects of traditional Chinese culture, which has benefited me a lot. Like "The Analects of Confucius", it is a classic of traditional culture. The thoughts in the book are profound and can enlighten people while reading. Moreover, I think the training methods mentioned in the book are very practical, just like the knights practicing martial arts in martial arts novels, which is interesting and beneficial. All in all, this is a great book worth reading!
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