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PublisherInner Traditions International, The Limited
ISBN-100892819456
ISBN-139780892819454
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Book TitleQigong Teachings of a Taoist Immortal : the Eight Essential Exercises of Master Li Ching-Yun
Number of Pages192 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicHealing / Energy (Qigong, Reiki, Polarity), Taoism (See Also Philosophy / Taoist), Taoist, Asia / China
Publication Year2002
IllustratorYes
GenreReligion, Body, Mind & Spirit, Philosophy, History
AuthorStuart Alve Olson
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.5 in
Item Weight14 Oz
Item Length10 in
Item Width8 in
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Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2001-006070
Dewey Edition21
Dewey Decimal613.7/1
Table Of ContentAcknowledgments Introduction Part 1 The Development of Qigong Taoist Longevity Practices and the Three Treasures Taoist Longevity practices Arts of Nourishing Life Abdominal Breathing The Three Treasures Ching Qi Shen Part 2 The Eight Brocades--The Physical Practice The Traditional Method, with Commentaries Author's Introduction to the Eight Brocades The Development of the Eight Brocades Practicing and Finding a Teacher Li Ching-yun Li Ching-yun's Introduction to the Original Text of the Eight Brocades The Methods of the Eight Diagram Active Kung Secrets of the Eight Brocades The First Brocade: The Heavenly Drum The Original Text Li Ching-yun's Commentary Author's Instructions The Second Brocade: Shake the Heavenly Pillar The Original Text Li Ching-yun's Commentary Author's Instructions The Third Brocade: The Red Dragon Stirs the Sea The Original Text Li Ching-yun's Commentary Author's Instructions The Fourth Brocade: Rub the Court of the Kidneys The Original Text Li Ching-yun's Commentary Author's Instructions The Fifth Brocade: The Single Pass Windlass The Original Text Li Ching-yun's Commentary Author's Instructions The Sixth Brocade: The Double Pass Windlass The Original Text Li Ching-yun's Commentary Author's Instructions The Seventh Brocade: Supporting Heaven The Original Text Li Ching-yun's Commentary Author's Instructions The Eighth Brocade: Grasping with Hooks The Original Text Li Ching-yun's Commentary Author's Instructions Concluding Exercises and Comments Concluding Exercises: The Original Text Li Ching-yun's Commentary Author's Instructions Concluding Comments Appendix to Part 2: Summary of Instructions Part 3 The Lesser Heavenly Circuit--The Spiritual Practice Three Interrelated Techniques Author's Introduction to the Lesser Heavenly Circuit Development of the Lesser Heavenly Circuit The First Regime: Externally Patting the Eight Subtle Meridians and Twelve Cavities The Eight Subtle Meridians The Twelve Cavities--Methods for Self-Massage The Second Regime: Internally Opening the Eight Subtle Qi Cavities The Eight Subtle Qi Cavities The Third Regime: The Lesser Heavenly Circuit Appendix to Part 3: Summary of Instructions Suggested Reading About the Author
SynopsisThe first English translation of Master Li Ching-yun's teachings on the Eight Brocades, the central practice of qigong., The first English translation of Master Li Ching-yun's teachings on the Eight Brocades, the central practice of qigong. - Explains the physical and spiritual benefits of the Eight Brocades and offers step-by-step instructions for this powerful sequence of postures. - 85 illustrations highlight the postures and philosophies. - Author's commentary provides insight and depth to the original translation. Throughout history Taoists have promoted the development and restoration of the Three Treasures-- body, breath, and spirit--through the gentle practice of qigong. At the center of the qigong practice are the Eight Brocades, a series of postures that developed during the 3,000-year Taoist quest for longevity and vitality. Now qigong expert Stuart Olson translates into English Master Li Ching-yun's treasured teachings on the Eight Brocades. One of the most famous qigong masters of this century, Master Li Ching-yun is reliably chronicled to have lived more than 250 years, during which he practiced the Eight Brocades on a daily basis. His longevity and personal endorsements attest to and validate the Eight Brocades as the quintessence of Taoist health and qigong practices. With Master Li Ching-yun's original teachings as a guide, Stuart Olson presents an authentic yet accessible approach to this unique practice. Each exercise is accompanied by original text from Master Li, step-by-step instructions for each posture, illustrations of the positions, and insights on theory and practice. Because the Eight Brocades are the foundation of all qigong, this book provides valuable advice for all practitioners, regardless of the style they practice or the depth of their experience., The first English translation of Master Li Ching-yun's teachings on the Eight Brocades, the central practice of qigong. * Explains the physical and spiritual benefits of the Eight Brocades and offers step-by-step instructions for this powerful sequence of postures. * 85 illustrations highlight the postures and philosophies. * Author's commentary provides insight and depth to the original translation. Throughout history Taoists have promoted the development and restoration of the Three Treasures-- body, breath, and spirit--through the gentle practice of qigong. At the center of the qigong practice are the Eight Brocades, a series of postures that developed during the 3,000-year Taoist quest for longevity and vitality. Now qigong expert Stuart Olson translates into English Master Li Ching-yun's treasured teachings on the Eight Brocades. One of the most famous qigong masters of this century, Master Li Ching-yun is reliably chronicled to have lived more than 250 years, during which he practiced the Eight Brocades on a daily basis. His longevity and personal endorsements attest to and validate the Eight Brocades as the quintessence of Taoist health and qigong practices. With Master Li Ching-yun's original teachings as a guide, Stuart Olson presents an authentic yet accessible approach to this unique practice. Each exercise is accompanied by original text from Master Li, step-by-step instructions for each posture, illustrations of the positions, and insights on theory and practice. Because the Eight Brocades are the foundation of all qigong, this book provides valuable advice for all practitioners, regardless of the style they practice or the depth of their experience.
LC Classification NumberRA781.8.O46 2002
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