TaoismAs an ancient Chinese religion, its belief system is rich and profound, covering many sacred existences and spiritual realms. Among them, it is often heard that Tianzun, Laojun, Tianshi, and Zhenren are some of the sacred images that are highly revered in Taoism.
Tianzun: Tianzun is the supreme deity in Taoism, the master and creator of the universe. The most famous images of Tianzun include Sanqing Tianzun, ieYuqing Yuan Shi TianzunShangqing Lingbao TianzunwithTaiqing Daode Tianzun,They represent the beginning, evolution, and moral code of the universe, respectively, and are at the heart of the Taoist belief system.
Yuqing Yuan Shi Tianzun: Also known as the Yuan Shi Tianwang, he is one of the supreme gods of Taoism, representing the most primitive state of the universe. In the "Three Qings", it is the most respectful, and it is the god of TaoismAncient Pangu honorific title。His image is often depicted as holding a jade talisman and residing in the middle of the Sanqing Palace.
Shangqing Lingbao Tianzun: is one of the immortals in Taoism, in charge of the operation and change of all things in heaven and earth. In the "Three Qings", he is the second, and often holds the image of Ruyi on the left side of the Yuan Shi Tianzun. He symbolizes the evolution and development of the universe and is one of the important deities in Taoism.
Taiqing Daode Tianzun,: ieTaishang Laojun, is one of the oldest immortals in Taoism and represents moral and ethical principles. In the "Three Qings" is the last, and it is said that the Taiqing Fairyland that lives in the sky of Daluo. His image is often depicted as a gray-haired old man holding a feather fan and residing on the right side of the Sanqing Palace.
Lao JunLao Jun is too Shang Lao Jun,Daode Tianzun, regarded as the founder of Taoism,It is the personified image of Lao Tzu。Laojun represents the highest state of Taoism, that is, the supreme state of morality. At the same time, he is also a symbol of wisdom and longevity, and is widely worshipped by Taoist believers.
Celestial Master: The Celestial Master is a sacred figure in Taoism who is responsible for disseminating teachings, guiding practice, and possessing special supernatural powers. The most famous Celestial Masters are:Zhang Tianshi (Zhang Daoling), Ge Tianshi (Ge Xuan).Wait. Zhang Tianshi, also known as Zhang Daoling, is one of the founders of Taoism and is considered to be the ancestor of Tianshi Dao, he founded Zhengyi Mengwei Dao, that is, Tianshi Dao, and was personally taught by Taishang Laojun and became a Heavenly Master. Ge Tianshi, also known as Ge Xuan, was a famous Taoist priest during the Three Kingdoms period, who was good at using spells and spells, and was able to drive ghosts and gods, call wind and rain, and was considered the founder of the Lingbao School. Sa Tianshi, that is, Sa Shoujian, is a famous Taoist priest in the Song Dynasty, he is good at thunder law, can punish **, protect the people, so he is deeply respected and worshiped by people. They not only possessed a high level of cultivation, but also interpreted and practiced Taoist teachings, and made important contributions to the development of Taoism.
Real people: The real person is in TaoismA master who has attained enlightenmentThrough long-term cultivation, they have achieved physical and mental transcendence and reached the realm of unity with the Tao. True people are the role models and goals pursued by Taoist practitioners. They teach by word and deed, teaching spiritual methods and guiding believers on the path to liberation. There are many famous real people in the Quanzhen Sect, such as Qiu Chuji, Wang Chongyang, etc.
Overall, Tianzun, Laojun, Tianshi, and Zhenren are divine images of different levels and roles in Taoism. Together, they constitute a rich and complete belief system of Taoism, providing spiritual sustenance and spiritual guidance for believers. At the same time, these images also reflect Taoism's understanding and pursuit of core issues such as the universe, morality, and cultivation.