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Chinese Taoist Sorcery
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Chinese Taoist Sorcery

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What is one of the primary uses of rituals in sorcery?

  • To help or harm people (correct)
  • To create art
  • To cast illusions
  • To entertain

    • Sorcery should ideally be employed to cause harm to others.

    False

    What is the consequence of revealing the source of one's success in sorcery?

    Self-destruction

    Rituals can bring about the _____ of enemies.

    <p>ruin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following intentions with their corresponding outcomes in sorcery:

    <p>Good health = Increase to the sorcerer Wealth = Contentment Curses = Ruin of enemies Prayers to the gods = Self-destruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the nature of sorcery?

    <p>A means to heal and harm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The author takes responsibility for any harm caused by performing the rituals in the book.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Today’s friends may become _____ tomorrow.

    <p>enemies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which topic discusses the significance of saying goodbye to loved ones?

    <p>Intimate Funeral Ceremony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The topic 'Incorrupt Corpses' refers to bodies that decay normally.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are Funeral Masses typically associated with?

    <p>A religious ceremony honoring the deceased.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The concept of ______ involves the belief that the dead can communicate with the living.

    <p>the dead walking among the living</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

    <p>Forgiving Enemies = Letting go of past grievances Military Funerals = Ceremonies for armed forces personnel Dying Young = The tragedy of early death The Ten Thousand Faces of Death = Various cultural interpretations of death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main theme of 'What Is Death?'

    <p>The philosophical implications of mortality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cold Ghosts represent spirits that are warm and friendly.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one reason for the function of funeral rituals.

    <p>To provide closure for the grieving.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ______ touch is often linked to feelings of trepidation about death.

    <p>demon's</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following discusses early mortality?

    <p>Dying Young</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the lesser-known methods of dealing with enemies that the Chinese have designed?

    <p>Taoist sorcery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Taoist rituals have remained unchanged since their creation thousands of years ago.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Taoists believe has metaphysical superiority?

    <p>Rituals designed to affect armies and governments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Gods, demons, and spirits are composed of ______ energy.

    <p>Chi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Chi = Energy that composes gods and spirits Taoism = A philosophy that incorporates sorcery for strategic warfare Rituals = Structured actions to invoke supernatural effects Extrasensory powers = Abilities to communicate with the divine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the content, what positions man uniquely between Heaven and earth?

    <p>His intuition and extrasensory powers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The roles of gods, demons, and spirits are temporary.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of energy do gods and demons not require to exist?

    <p>Breath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Taoist rituals can affect whole ________ and governments.

    <p>armies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Taoist rituals attain through their design?

    <p>Metaphysical superiority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What invention is attributed to early man that aided in measurements and calculations?

    <p>The wheel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The First Emperor of China was the first to develop the concept of group life.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method did early man use to record incidents?

    <p>A knotted cord</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Emperor of Earth was succeeded by the Emperor of _____ and taught people to use fire.

    <p>Fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following emperors to their contributions:

    <p>Emperor of Heaven = Promoted learning and time calculation Emperor of Fire = Taught the use of fire for various purposes Emperor of Wood = Taught how to build with wood Emperor Fu Hsi = Invented the lunar calendar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the role of the First Son of Heaven?

    <p>To act as a political, religious, and military leader</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The lunar calendar was developed independently of the movements of the planets.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Emperor of Fire teach his subjects to do?

    <p>Use fire for clearing agricultural land and forging metals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Early man began to bury his dead to prevent their corpses from being exposed to _____ and birds of prey.

    <p>animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ruler succeeded the First Emperor of China?

    <p>Emperor of Heaven</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is considered crucial in determining the effectiveness of a ritual?

    <p>The name of the deity invoked</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Rituals performed at night appeal to good entities.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is written on the white paper during the opening of the ceremony?

    <p>Tao</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To begin the ceremony, the officiant _____ his hands and puts on clean clothes.

    <p>washes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the components of the ceremonial opening to their descriptions:

    <p>Candle lighting = Symbolizes the presence of divine light Washing hands = Represents purification before the ritual Writing 'Tao' = Establishes a connection to higher powers Closing doors and windows = Prevents disruptions during the ceremony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Overview of Chinese Taoist Sorcery

    • Sorcery has dual purposes: aiding individuals or causing destruction.
    • Rituals can enhance health, wealth, contentment, and longevity.
    • Revealing sources of success can lead to self-destruction; enemies may arise from past friendships.

    Nature of Gods, Demons, and Spirits

    • These entities are immortal and composed of Chi energy, lacking physical forms and needs.
    • Humans are positioned to communicate with these entities due to their unique nature.

    Historical Context

    • Chinese civilization progressed through the development of clans and the eventual establishment of imperial rule.
    • The First Emperor unified China into a single nation approximately 5,000 years ago, marking the beginning of a centralized monarchy.

    Role of Emperors in Civilization

    • Five primary rulers:
      • First Emperor: Political and religious leader, introduced centralized governance.
      • Emperor of Heaven: Promoted education and timekeeping devices.
      • Emperor of Earth and Man: Contributed to agricultural practices and tool-making.
      • Emperor of Fire: Taught the use of fire for various purposes.
      • Emperor of Wood: Advocated for building and crafting with wood.

    Ritual Practices

    • Key rituals depend heavily on invoking the correct deities; failure to do so may lead to unwanted outcomes.
    • The ideal timing for rituals is during the day, utilizing solar energy; nighttime rituals may attract evil entities.

    Ritual Procedure

    • Ritual preparation involves cleansing, dressing appropriately, and setting an altar with offerings (water, wine, fruits).
    • The officiant must create a protected space by closing doors and windows to maintain a sacred atmosphere.
    • The ritual begins with lighting candles, inscribing "Tao" in red ink, and performing bows to signify respect and connection with the spiritual realm.
    • Focus is crucial; the officiant must concentrate solely on the ritual without distractions to maintain control over supernatural elements.

    Communication with Spirits

    • A written petition directs the ritual to a specific deity, ensuring clarity in intention and purpose.
    • A metaphysical bridge is established during the ceremony, allowing the officiant to connect with benevolent spirits or distance from malevolent ones.

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