| Qigong (a school of
movement in China)
II. Adherents of qigong us as their basis of authority the "teachings of the masters." The masters base their teachings on ancient practice and to some extent Buddhist teachings. There are Daoist roots and some connections are made as far back as the Shang dynasty (1766-1154 BC.) Most of the documents relating to qigong have been secret until more recent years. There are many styles of qigong and some adherents describe it as an "ancient science just waiting to be investigated with the help of the new technologies" and qigong is seen as a tool that will "greatly help humanity to understand and improve itself." (www.shaolin-wahnam.org) There does not seem to be a codified set of books of authority. III. The teachings are to be handed down from one master to his students some of whom may rise to the level of master. Many consider it a secular practice. (MacRitchie p. 4) It is also described as a consciousness raising activity. Perhaps one bridge might be a conversation as follows ------- XN When practicing qigong are you trying to be in harmony with the universe? QG Yes, qigong helps one raise ones consciousness and be aligned with cosmic forces. XN Being in right relationship with the world is something that I've desired as well. There is a path that makes this possible and it doesn't depend on my efforts. May I tell you about it? ------- MacRitchie, James. 1003. Chi Kung Cultivating Personal Energy. Longmead, Shaftesbury, Dorset, UK Element Books.
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