The theory of sitting and forgetting is the representative work of Sima Chengzhen, an aristocratic scholar in Tang Dynasty and the founder of Taoist Shangqing School. It is an important Taoist classic. The book emphasizes the preciousness of life and advocates that health preservation is nothing more than monasticism; Practice lies in meditation; The best way to meditate is to "sit and forget". The method of sitting and forgetting described in the book is a good practice method to keep peace of mind, get rid of troubles and return to the true self.

Sit and forget.

The fifth view of truth

The real observer is the first lesson of the wise man, the first observation of the wise man, the good observation of the wise man, the detailed study of the past happiness, the detailed description of the good and bad of the movement, so as to make the best use of everything, earnestly pray for the defense under your feet, and go all out from beginning to end. Reason does not violate this, so it is called true view.

However, a meal and a bed are both sources of loss; Every word and deed can be the basis of good luck. Although it is clever to hold its end, it is better to quit its base. Knowing the ending of the story is not a manic game.

Therefore, if you keep your heart simple, calm and idle, you can see the truth clearly. Therefore, as the saying goes, "there is always nothing to see."

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The so-called "true view" means that wise people have foresight, capable people are good at observing, know the sudden misfortune, understand the good and bad things brought by behavior, can foresee things before they happen, and take corresponding preventive measures to protect themselves and achieve good results in saving lives. From beginning to end, nothing will bring them a legacy. Acting according to the truth without violating the above principles can be called "the view of truth"

However, a meal and a night's sleep may be the source of harm or benefit; A word and an action can be good or bad reasons. Even if the details are done well, it is better to be vigilant and clumsy on the source issue. Understanding the future development of things by observing the source problem is not something that people who are impetuous and strive for fame and fortune can do.

Therefore, we should be good at restraining our minds, choosing affairs, reducing our busyness day by day and relaxing quietly, so as to observe the truth. Therefore, the Taoist scriptures say, "I am always in a state of peace and have no desire to see the subtle avenue."