The “Fasting Incantation” (Jié Zhāi Zhòu, 结斋咒), central to the Daoist cultivation practices at Mount Jinyun (Jìn Yún Shān, 缙云山). Practitioners recite it calmly before and after each of the three daily meals. By holding
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About Fasting and Purification in Daoism
Before believers participate in religious activities at temples or Taoist places, it is recommended to fast and purify yourself one to three days in advance, calming both your body and mind.
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辟谷 Bi Gu & Daoist Fasting
A healthy diet and nuturing practices are the foundation of a long life. Ancient Daoists searched for a way to prolonging the life span to the extend of immortality. Simply put, different practices allow us
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Lei Zhai Yue 雷斋月 – Thunder Fasting Month
The 6th month of the lunar calendar is the so called Lei Zhai Yue, the thunder fasting month. A good time to cultivate and practice as well as praying for relief of suffering and avoidance
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