The Tao of Health, Longevity, and Immortality

The Teachings of Immortals Chung and Lü
Autor: Eva Wong
CHF 23.90
ISBN: 978-1-57062-725-5
Einband: Kartonierter Einband (Kt)
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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 (907-960 C. E.) and is attributed to Chungli Ch'uan and Lü 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 with obstacles and recognize spiritual progress


The Art of Health, Longevity, and Immortality will be of interest to both beginning students of Taoism and scholars. Wong's introduction includes a concise overview of the evolution of Taoist longevity practices as well as an elucidating section for readers who are unfamiliar with the teachings and practices of Taoist inner alchemy. She also includes a list of helpful hints for reading and understanding each section of the text.

Here is a classic Chinese text on the Taoist arts of longevity and immortality. The text dates from the Five Dynasties (907-960 C. E.) and is attributed to Chungli Ch'uan and Lü 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 with obstacles and recognize spiritual progress


The Art of Health, Longevity, and Immortality will be of interest to both beginning students of Taoism and scholars. Wong's introduction includes a concise overview of the evolution of Taoist longevity practices as well as an elucidating section for readers who are unfamiliar with the teachings and practices of Taoist inner alchemy. She also includes a list of helpful hints for reading and understanding each section of the text.

Autor Eva Wong
Verlag Random House N.Y.
Einband Kartonierter Einband (Kt)
Erscheinungsjahr 2000
Seitenangabe 144 S.
Ausgabekennzeichen Englisch
Masse H21.7 cm x B13.8 cm x D1.0 cm 189 g
Coverlag Shambhala (Imprint/Brand)

Über den Autor Eva Wong

Eva Wong Nava writes stories that explore identity, culture, and belonging, including an award-winning middle-grade novel and several picture books. She has been a speaker at the Asian Festival of Children's Content on writing about diversity and representing marginalized voices, and she teaches the art of picture book writing at Picture Book Matters. Eva Wong Nava grew up in Southeast Asia and now lives in London. Natelle Quek has been drawing for as long as she could hold a pencil, but her creative career began in 2016 when she started her small business producing lifestyle products based on her illustrations. Her works reflect constant evolving influences from her heritage and personal experiences, pop culture, and the natural world. Natelle Quek lives in London.

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