Spell is a kind of spell in the process of Taoism, which is combined with symbols, seals, tactics and implements to cast spells on the road, representing the declaration of the gods. It is the core means of practicing Taoism. It is a weapon for monks to defend themselves and save their lives in daily life, a medium to communicate with gods and a magic weapon to exorcise evil spirits. The thirty-sixth volume of Lingbao Infinite Man's Sutra says: "Dafa aims at three rounds, one is to cast spells, the other is to cast spells, and the third is to cast spells. The secret language of the curse is also the secret language of heaven. The true spirit calls with the curse and falls with the spirit. " It can be seen that Taoist spells occupy a very important position in Taoist spells.

The first chapter of "The Divine Mantra" in the fifth volume of the Notes to Imperial Classics says: With the secret method in the Classics, people can control immortals, stars, demons, water, towns and five parties to help the dharma world, so it is called the Divine Mantra. It can be seen that mantras are the secret language of the gods, and they are a language with many magical powers.

There are many kinds of spells, which are widely used in Taoist rituals and daily life. For example, invite, wish, practice, be quiet, wash, eat and so on.

The eight curses we often see are used by Taoist priests to cleanse their hearts of evil and protect their hearts in their daily lessons. Please call on the gods to protect them and open the scriptures and preach. It is a compulsory spell for learning Taoism and monasticism. We should remember it.

Ba Shen mantra, from the Morning and Night Sutra, is often used in many schools of Taoism. Many Taoist friends on the internet can't fully understand the meaning of these spells. I try to explain it in plain language today, hoping to make Taoist spells widely known.

Eight curses

Heart mantra

On the stage, the stars are constantly nervous.

Exorcise evil spirits, bind the charm, save your life and protect yourself.

Wisdom, clarity and inner peace

Three souls do not lose their souls.

The mantra of purifying the mind is Ba Shen's first mantra. As the name implies, it is a mantra used by monks to purify their bodies and minds, eliminate distractions and calm their minds during morning and evening work classes. This spell can make the mortal heart into silence and return to the Tao heart into silence. But also has the function of protecting the soul and soul.

On the stage, the stars are constantly nervous.

Interpretation: The one who is too high is the old gentleman who is too high. He is the god of the avenue here, living in a peaceful environment and the owner of the three treasures of Taoism.

Three people are three stars. Don Du Mu has a poem saying that "satellites worship satellites and have three stars". Constant strain means that the Tao (Tai Shang) is everywhere, easy to be in motion and changing. The Book of Songs says: "The Tao runs relentlessly like the sun and the moon".

Exorcise evil spirits, bind the charm, save your life and protect yourself.

Interpretation: Avenue can drive away evil spirits everywhere, protect the right path, and make monks feel at peace physically and mentally without being disturbed by ghosts.

Wisdom, clarity and inner peace

Interpretation: This mantra can make people aboveboard, clear and pure, eliminate distractions, unite their minds and make the gods peaceful. Don't be contaminated with six dusts.