The Taoist Spiritual Explorer

About this program

There are seven branches of Taoist wisdom and practical knowledge named after the 7 Stars of the Dipper Constellation: Celestial Pivot - Leadership and statecraft. Great Gate of the Esoteric Arts: the arts of health and longevity, cultivation of mind, divination, magical arts, and medicine. Prosperity - Financial savvy, ethical livelihood, and overcoming greed and poverty mentality. Scholarship - The study of Taoist writings, philosophy, and cosmology. Virtue -The practice of rites and rituals, guidance for living an ethical life, aesthetics appreciation, and cultivation of creativity. Warrior - The discipline and physical training in the martial arts for health. Destroyer of armies - The art of strategy, tactics, and pragmatics. What would you like to learn from Taoism? And how would you go about learning it? Join Eva Wong for a weekend in exploring each of these branches of Taoist wisdom and practical knowledge where she will: Introduce you to a sample of Taoist writings that covers these branches of wisdom and knowledge Discuss the practical applications of each of these branches to your everyday life. Offer you guidance on where you can learn each of these disciplines. Please have this book with you at the program: Teachings of the Tao , a collection of Taoist writings translated by Eva Wong, available in book form and in e-book. The Qigong of Xiantianwujimen Taoism Xiantianwujimen is a Daoist lineage founded by Chen Xiyi in 10th century China. “Xiantian” means primordial, “wuji” means limitless, and “men” means gate. The translated name of the lineage is Primordial Limitless Gate. This lineage specializes in using qigong to simultaneously cultivate and transform body and mind. A hermit and household tradition, Xiantianwujimen has been transmitted uninterrupted for over a thousand years. Qigong techniques favored by this lineage include self-massage, tendon changing, calisthenics, marrow washing, and breath regulation. Instruction of Xiantianwujimen qigong is offered by Eva Wong, a 19th generation carrier of the lineage, and by instructors authorized by the lineage. For more information on the teachings and programs offered by Xiantianwujimen Daoism please go to limitlessgate.com Prerequisites No requirements - This program is OPEN to all. Arrival & Departure On Saturday, September 11, please arrive 3:00 - 6:00pm for registration. Dinner will be served at 6:30pm. The program will officially begin at 7:30pm. On Sunday, September 13, the program will finish by 6:00pm Getting Here Visit our Directions and Transportation page to see different options for traveling to Karmê Chöling including our Rideshare board.