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Mystic Jewel

Mystic Jewel

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A sacred being in Taoist belief who represents one part of the supreme Tao
  • proper noun
  • Literature
translation icon : Joya Mística
  • Devotees offered incense before the altar of the Mystic Jewel during the festival.

Examples

  • The Mystic Jewel symbolizes the balance of yin and yang.

  • The Mystic Jewel holds an essential place in the teachings of Taoist priests.

  • Ancient texts describe the role of the Mystic Jewel within the Taoist pantheon.

  • In Taoist philosophy, the Mystic Jewel represents the essence of the universe.

  • In Taoist philosophy, the Mystic Jewel is revered as an embodiment of the supreme Tao.

  • According to ancient beliefs, the Mystic Jewel plays a crucial role in the harmony of the Taoist Trinity.

  • Scholars study the concept of the Mystic Jewel to understand its significance in Taoist cosmology.

Synonyms

Ling-pao
vsMystic Jewel
  • Literature
9.9

A god in Taoism who is the second member of the Taoist Trinity

is the same entity but given a different traditional name
Spiritual Jewel
vsMystic Jewel
  • Literature
9.9

A god in the Taoist Trinity linked to Lao-tse

emphasizes representing one aspect of the supreme Tao rather than personal identity
Shen-pao
vsMystic Jewel
  • Literature
9.9

A god in Taoism linked with the wise teacher Lao-tse

highlights representing an aspect of the supreme Tao not identification with a person

Surface Forms

Mystic Jewel main

Morphology

mystic + jewel

The words 'mystic' (spiritual/mystical) and 'jewel' (a precious or valued thing) give a learner a general sense of a spiritual, valued entity, but they do not indicate the specific doctrinal role as 'the second member of the Taoist Trinity.' Some semantic cues are available from the constituents, yet the precise cosmological meaning is specialized and requires cultural or prior exposure.

Etymology

Mystic Jewel may come from the image of a bright jewel placed on a temple altar to show a sacred, shining power. That's why the name came to mean 'one part of the supreme Tao', representing a hidden spiritual quality.