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Shen-pao

Shen-pao

9.9
A god in Taoism linked with the wise teacher Lao-tse
  • noun
  • Literature
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  • According to some traditions, Shen-pao is considered an incarnation of Lao-tse.

Examples

  • In ancient texts, Shen-pao is frequently depicted alongside other members of the Taoist Trinity.

  • Pilgrims offered incense to Shen-pao during religious festivals at the temple.

  • The teachings of Shen-pao are central to Taoist philosophy.

  • Many followers of Taoism revere Shen-pao as a wise teacher.

  • According to some traditions, Shen-pao is considered an incarnation of Lao-tse in the Taoist Trinity.

  • In ancient texts, Shen-pao is frequently depicted as one of the key figures in the Taoist Trinity alongside other deities.

  • Many followers of Taoism regard Shen-pao as a wise teacher and a significant figure in their spiritual practices.

Synonyms

Spiritual Jewel
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  • Literature
9.9

A god in the Taoist Trinity linked to Lao-tse

is identified specifically with the ancient Chinese founder figure in tradition
Lao-tse
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9.5

A Chinese teacher from long ago who taught living simply and following the natural way called the Tao

is a trinity deity identified with that founder rather than an ordinary human teacher
Lao-tzu
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9.9

A Chinese thinker who many people see as the founder of Taoism and the author of the Tao Te Ching

is a divine trinity member rather than a historical human founder
Laozi
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8.8

A Chinese thinker from long ago who founded Taoism and wrote the Tao Te Ching

is a divine trinity member rather than a historical human founder
Lao-zi
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9.5

An ancient Chinese thinker who started Taoism and wrote the Dao De Jing

is a divine trinity member linked to that founder rather than a historical person

Surface Forms

Shen-pao singular
Shen-paoes plural

Etymology

Shen-pao comes from Chinese: shen means 'spirit' or 'god' and pao is an older spelling of bao, which means 'treasure' or 'protector'. So Shen-pao is like a 'spirit-protector' or 'treasure spirit', which fits its role as a divine figure in the Taoist Trinity often linked with Lao-tse.