Related appellations of Taoist priests:

In history, influenced by the cultures of various dynasties, Taoist priests were awarded related titles according to their practical level, teaching attainments and teaching positions:

Shi Tian: refers to the descendants or successors of Zhang Daoling. But later some Taoists called them "Shi Tian", such as Kou Qianzhi, Sui Jiao Shunza and Tang Hu Huichao of the Northern Wei Dynasty.

Mage: A Taoist who is proficient in precepts, presides over fasting ceremonies and teaches others to enter the Tao is called a mage.

Alchemist: At first, it refers to people who practice the clear liquid method, and later it refers to Taoist priests who practice the Dan method to a very advanced level.

Grandfather and master: Yue Zushi, founder of various schools; The leaders of various missionaries called them masters.

Real people: Usually, they are dedicated to Taoist priests who understand Dafa, have profound ways and become immortals.

Huang Guan: Early Taoism advocated yellow, so the world called him Huang Guan according to the color of Taoist clothes.

Feather: Also known as "Feather" and "Feather Man". Bird feathers are likened to immortals who can soar to heaven, extended to immortal alchemists, and then to Taoist priests. Later Taoist priests often took their own names.

Sir: Used as a title of respect for a Taoist, or posthumous title.

Abbot: The title of the highest leader of the ten-square jungle of Taoist Quanzhen School can be promoted by the abbot. The abbot is a Taoist who has received three precepts, accepted the "Buddhism" of lawyers, is strict and respected, and is supported by all Taoists.

Prison: Also known as "Master" and "Abbot". Elected by the abbot Taoist priest, he is in charge of all affairs inside and outside the Dojo. When you are in charge of the prison, you must be all-knowing, well-informed, humble, generous, defensive to the weak, gentle and kind, clear about the cause and effect of sin, and be prepared for both merits and demerits.

Know the guests: responsible for receiving visitors and welcoming guests. "Three-way Collection" records: "Knowing the guest's fine words and accepting ten guests, you must know things and understand human feelings.

Gao Gong: A Taoist priest who is respected, good at fasting ceremony, good at stepping on the steps, communicating with God, preaching on behalf of God, praying for disaster relief, pulling out ghosts and presiding over fasting ceremony is a classic leader.

Taoist: At first, it was synonymous with alchemists. It first appeared in Han Shu's Biography of Fang Jing. After the establishment of Taoism, the word Taoist once specifically referred to Taoist. In the Northern and Southern Dynasties, the difference between Taoist priests and Taoist priests was that they pointed to shaman. After the Tang Dynasty, Taoist priests generally referred to Taoist people or Taoist priests.

Taoist priest: it is a courtesy title for Taoist priests by modern people.