Buddhist Alchemy
Explore the hidden tradition of Buddhist Alchemy, where ancient spiritual science meets inner transformation.
Eastern Mystical Tradition
Ancient wisdom, present clarity.
Delve into the esoteric teachings of Daoism, Buddhism, Hinduism, and other Eastern systems of inner transformation and universal order.
Ancient Conceptions of Spirit and Deity
Conceptions of the spirit have always been diverse. Physical bodies may be conceived of as being mere manifestations of immortal spirits, or gods. Thus gods are simply the forces and elements of nature;
Zen Buddhist Meditation
While there are a number of schools of Zen, this article will focus on the Japanese Soto sect teaching of shikantaza, or “just sitting” method of meditation, probably the most straight-forward example of Zen Buddhist meditation.
Chinese Chan Buddhist Meditation
Chinese mystics adopted and adapted Buddhism to their needs, replacing the Indian focus on dharana, or concentration, with Daoist cultivation in meditation. This practice of sitting meditation, known as zuo chan, would eventually flower into Chan Buddhism.
Buddhist Insight Meditation
The Buddha’s meditation is a way of life, a religion, rooted in the simple act of sitting calmly and being awake to reality.
The Science Abbey Basic Meditation Guide
This handbook is a guide to a seated silent meditation, which for the purpose of precise definition, is called Illumination meditation.
The Royal Art: Alchemy and Science
The Royal Art, known technically as symbolic or speculative alchemy, is the art of eternal transformation. In illumined circles it is the art of doing nothing.
Tantric Yoga: Philosophy and Meditation
Rooted in ancient Indian texts and esoteric traditions, Tantric Yoga weaves together ritual, breath, visualization, mantra, and energy work to awaken the latent powers of consciousness.
Chinese Daoist Alchemical Meditation
This article offers a blueprint of the basic system of Chinese Daoist symbolic alchemy for those interested in experimenting with the method.
Meditation in Movement: Qigong and Taijiquan (Tai Chi)
Qigong (Ch’i Kung), which means “work with Qi,” is the art of mastering Qi or life-force and discovering the “inner medicine” to sustain heath and balance.
Ancient Chinese Philosophy and Daoist Meditation
The story of the evolution of Chinese philosophy and world-view is both fascinating and enlightening.
The Solitaries – Inside Monastic Culture Part I
This article is a brief introduction and practical guide to the basics of monasticism to orient the reader to this fascinating and enlightening way of life.