Our Vision.
The team at the Australian Daoist Association is dedicated to spreading Daoist wisdom within Australia’s multicultural society, building a bridge for cultural exchange between East and West. Our vision is to promote the core principles of Daoism, creating a society where humanity and nature coexist harmoniously, fostering balance in mind and body, and bringing traditional wisdom into modern life.
Daoism
Daoism is a philosophy of harmony and balance, teaching "natural flow" and "effortless action." Through its Five Arts (Feng Shui, wellness, destiny, physiognomy, divination) and rituals like blessings and purification, Daoism offers guidance for modern living, promoting health and inner peace.
The Five Arts of Daoism
The Five Arts of Daoism form a core framework of Daoist culture, consisting of five categories: Shan (Mountain), Yi (Medicine), Ming (Destiny), Xiang (Physiognomy), and Bu (Divination). These arts integrate the Daoist philosophy of “unity between heaven and humanity,” providing practical methods for personal cultivation and societal harmony, representing a significant aspect of Chinese cultural wisdom.
Daoist Rituals
Daoist rituals are an integral part of Daoist culture, with a history dating back to the Eastern Han Dynasty. At their core, these ceremonies use talismans, rituals, and prayers to connect with heaven, earth, and deities, aiming to seek blessings, dispel misfortunes, and resolve challenges. These practices are deeply rooted in Daoist philosophy, as articulated in classics like the Dao De Jing, The Yellow Emperor’s Hidden Talisman Classic, and The Scripture of Great Peace, emphasizing the principles of “unity between heaven and humanity” and “adapting to nature.”
Talismans
Talismans are unique symbolic expressions in Daoist culture, embodying Daoist philosophy's understanding of the relationship between nature, the cosmos, and humanity. Typically presented in calligraphic form, their designs combine ancient Chinese characters, abstract patterns, and symbolic lines.
These symbols convey Daoist pursuits of harmony and balance, often used in traditional cultural rituals and daily practices.
Zhuyou Therapy
Zhuyou Therapy is a unique technique in Daoist traditional culture. Its core philosophy is rooted in the idea of the interconnectedness of mind and body, emphasizing the close relationship between psychological well-being and physical health. As a treasure of Daoist culture, Zhuyou Therapy combines talismans, blessings, meditation, and spiritual guidance to promote harmony and inner balance.
Meihua Yishu
Meihua Yishu (Plum Blossom Numerology) is an important branch of traditional Chinese divination, created by the renowned I Ching scholar Shao Yong during the Northern Song Dynasty. Legend has it that Shao Yong was inspired by observing plum blossoms in winter, connecting their blooming and withering to cosmic principles. Combining the foundations of the I Ching (Book of Changes), Meihua Yishu uses natural phenomena and random events as clues, emphasizing the integration of imagery (xiang), numerology (shu), and principle (li) to predict the future, assess fortune and misfortune, and analyze trends.
Zi Wei Dou Shu
Zi Wei Dou Shu is a significant branch of Chinese traditional astrology, believed to have been created by the Daoist Chen Xi Yi (Chen Tuan Laozu) during the Northern Song Dynasty. It integrates astronomy, the I Ching, and Daoist philosophy to provide insights into an individual’s life path. Based on the correlation between celestial movements and human destiny, Zi Wei Dou Shu analyzes a person’s natal chart (astronomical configuration at birth) to reveal personality traits, life trends, and potential opportunities and challenges.
