Chinese Magical practitioner Jason Read discusses practicing Taoist magic, rituals for wealth, divination techniques, fu talismans, hand gestures, and cultural appropriation. Explore the history and development of Taoist magic in China, similarities with Western magic, and the practical applications of Chinese magical traditions.
Taoist magic involves spells for wealth, health, and relationships.
Hand gestures symbolize different energies for specific intentions in rituals.
Divination methods like Plum Flower I Ching and Moon Blocks provide insights and decision-making guidance.
Deep dives
Taoist Magic Overview
Taoist magic involves practices to enhance one's life, with spells focusing on wealth, health, relationships, and aligning with ancestral energies. Techniques like creating and consecrating clay figures for wealth, strategic hand gestures, and working with energy cycles are common.
Hand Gestures in Taoist Magic
Hand gestures play a vital role, with each finger's position symbolizing different energies. For instance, the 'two fingers up' gesture signifies harmony between heaven and man. These gestures serve as a language to evoke specific energies or intentions while performing rituals.
Divination Practices in Taoist Magic
In Taoist magic, divination methods include 'Plum Flower I Ching' combining bird sightings, clothing colors, and body language to derive insights. Techniques like 'Jiao Bei' or 'Moon Blocks' provide simple yes-no answers, often incorporated into rituals for decision-making.
Ancestral Connection in Taoist Magic
Connecting with ancestral energies is crucial in Taoist magic, emphasizing a lineage's influence on wealth and well-being. Reconnecting with ancestors provides a stream of wisdom, energy, and ancestral wealth, aligning with the belief that all should be rich in their unique ways.
Lingua Blocks and Fu Talismans
The podcast discusses the use of Lingua blocks, also known as Jao Bei, in determining the success of rituals. These blocks are thrown to communicate with the gods and provide quick answers like yes or no. The concept can be adopted by Western ceremonial magicians for instant feedback. Additionally, the podcast touches on Fu talismans, which are spirit talismans used for various purposes such as protection, healing, dealing with ghosts, and preventing fires.
Unveiling Chinese Folk Magic Practices
The episode delves into the rich tradition of Chinese folk magic, shedding light on the practices that are not widely known or documented. It highlights the significance of talismans in Chinese magic, their construction, and placement for different purposes. Moreover, the discussion extends to the neglect of magical Taoism in Western academia, urging a deeper exploration of magical practices beyond mainstream Taoist traditions. Jason, the guest, shares insights on his books focusing on necromancy and life-energy transformation, offering a glimpse into the esoteric world of Chinese magic.
For the most part, What Magic is This? Podcast has stuck to the cozy realm of "Western" Magic and Occultism. Yet the listeners beg for a more expansive examination of the magical world we live in! It is with such curiosity that we head East to the continent of Asia and the country of China and take a look at some of the Magic which has arisen within the diverse tradition of Taoism. Helping us along the way is Chinese Magical practitioner and author of Practical Chinese Magic- Jason Read!
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