Chinese Shamanic Cosmic Orbit Qigong: Esoteric Talismans, Mantras, and Mudras in Healing and Inner Cultivation

by Zhongxian Wu

Chinese Shamanic Cosmic Orbit Qigong is an advanced form of Qigong from one of China's esoteric traditions. Never before written about in the West, this form offers great cumulative benefits from regular daily practice. 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. The book is fully illustrated, and there is a handy reference quick guide at the end showing the entire orbit. 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.

Genres: Taoism, Occult, Meditation, Spirituality, Nonfiction, Health

110 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2011

About the author

Master Zhongxian Wu is the lineage holder of four different schools of Qigong and martial arts. He was Director of the Shaanxi Province Association for Somatic Science and the Shaanxi Association for the Research of Daoist Nourishing Life Practices. Since 1988, Master Wu has instructed thousands of students, both Eastern and Western. He synthesizes wisdom and experience for beginning and advancing practitioners, as well as for patients seeking healing, in his unique and professionally-designed courses and workshops.

Reviews

[Jessica · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book, definitely one to read and read again

[Evan Mantri · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beautful effort and graceful, poetic instructions for a dynamic, active meditation.

[Jessie Mosley · Rating 5 out of 5]

It will be part of my daily ritual to do Qigong now.

[Mitchell Stern · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a handy guide to qigong and presents its information well. I do think it’s a bit too abridged but overall it’s a very useful piece for reference.