Xu Xun — Leader of the Jingming Dao Xu Xun was a renowned Taoist priest of the Eastern Jin Dynasty and founder of Jingming Dao. According to legend, he slew flood dragons and controlled devastating floods to save the people. He symbolizes protection, integrity, and safeguarding communities. His symbols include purified water, auspicious clouds, and […]
Folk Immortals Folk immortals are a special group in Taoist culture that are rooted in urban legends and embody both the “essence of mortal cultivation” and the “implication of spiritual blessing”. They are revered as immortals by the people either for passing down unique skills, attaining immortality through Taoist practice, or relieving the sufferings of […]
Introduction When people first encounter the phrase “Tao follows nature,” they often assume it is simply poetic language about appreciating the natural world. Its meaning, however, runs considerably deeper. The principle comes from Chapter 25 of the Tao Te Ching, where Laozi writes: “Man follows Earth, Earth follows Heaven, Heaven follows the Tao, and the […]
