Chinese Shamanic Cosmic Orbit Qigong: Esoteric Talismans, Mantras, and Mudras in Healing and Inner Cultivation
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.98 (883 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1848190565 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 96 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-05-26 |
| Language | : | English |
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A great book for beginners and advanced practitioners alike. They offer a potent introduction to Daoist meditation and open a unique access to our internal energies. Emei in Sichuan. -- Livia Kohn, Ph.D., Professor Emerita of Religion and East Asian Studies, Boston University . The exercises can be done one by one or in an integrated sequence. He provides a comprehensive and very accessible introduction to the main concepts and principles, then outlines twelve distinct exercises that tend to focus on the internal guiding and activation of qi, supported by hand and arm movements as well as mental visualizations and specific breathing patterns. Zhongxian Wu's latest book, Chinese Shamanic Cosmic Orbit Qigong, successfully continues his previous explorations of the highly secret shamanic tradition of self-cultivation as practiced on Mt
Master Wu describes the practice in detail, including the meaning and significance of the Chinese names for each movement, with its shamanic roots, and provides the mantra, visualization, and mudra for each as well as explaining the therapeutic benefits and talismanic aspects. Chinese Shamanic Cosmic Orbit Qigong is an advanced form of Qigong from one of China's esoteric traditions. The book is fully illustrated, and there is a handy reference quick guide at the end showing the entire orbit. Never before written about in the West, this form offers great cumulative benefits from regular daily practice. This unique book will be essential reading for advanced students and practitioners of Qigong and anyone interested in Daoism, or the ancient wisdom traditions of China.
Master Zhongxian Wu is the lineage holder of four different schools of Qigong and martial arts. Master Wu is the author of Seeking the Spirit of the Book of Change: 8 Days to Mastering a Shamanic Yijing (I Ching) Prediction System and Vital Breath of the Dao: Chinese Shamanic Tiger Qigong - Laohu Gong both also published by Singing Dragon. . He synthesizes
KC said For Advanced Practitioners Only. Master Zhongxian Wu somewhat undermines his purpose when he states that no one should really try to practice Qigong from a DVD or a book. In his introduction to CHINESE SHAMANIC COSMIC ORBIT QIGONG, he writes, "Please be aware that the layers of wisdom and knowledge that come through your Qigong practice can simply not be learned through books and DVD alone You will feel it is easier to merge the principles of your Qigong practice into your life and to feel its powerful effects if yo. Excellent Energy Chinese Shamanic Cosmic Orbit Qigong: Esoteric Talismans, Mantras, and Mudras in Healing and Inner CultivationThis book is written with a spirit of graceful sharing. Having studied with many Qigong teachers over the years, I can tell you that all are not knowledgeable enough totransmit traditional forms and some are, but don't share the details.Master Zhongxian Wu gives practical, physical instructions, mental images, vocal sounds and historical, cultural connections to every move in. Well Written Having studied in China with Daoist Priests; I really enjoyed reading this book, it appears to be authentic. I especially appreciate the details given in a manner that is not confusing.This will be a nice conversation with my teacher; when I visit China, again.