Yuanxuan Taoist temple

Yuanxuan Taoist temple

Yuanxuan Taoist temple, one of the eight new scenic spots in Huadu District, is located near Bi Village in the west of Xinhua Town, Guangdong Province. It is the center of Taoist activities and a tourist attraction in Guangdong Province. Originally funded by yuanxuan College of Hong Kong, it is a non-profit charity welfare organization. Its purpose is to "develop Taoist academic research, facilitate believers to worship gods, carry forward the virtues of filial piety and ancestor worship, and be cautious in pursuing long-term development; support the old and carry the young, and develop education and talent cultivation". In 1998, the first phase of the project was completed and opened, and then it was expanded many times, covering an area of nearly 100 mu.

Development history

"Guangdong yuanxuan Taoist temple" is located near Bi Village, west of Xinhua Town, Huadu District, Guangzhou city. It was funded by Hong Kong yuanxuan college. The first phase of the project was completed and opened in 1998. After the expansion in recent years, the scale has become larger and larger, covering an area of nearly 100 mu, forming the center of Taoist activities in Guangdong. Yuanxuan Taoist temple is a non-profit charitable welfare organization, which aims to develop Taoist academic research, facilitate believers to worship gods, carry forward the virtues of filial piety and ancestor worship, and be cautious in pursuing a long distance. It also aims at supporting the old and carrying the young, developing education and educating talents. It is also a tourist resort.

Guangdong yuanxuan Taoist temple is approved by the state religious department, funded by Hong Kong yuanxuan college, and founded by Mr. Zhao Zhendong, chairman of Hong Kong Taoist Federation and chairman of the board of directors of yuanxuan college. With the purpose of "developing education, supporting the old and carrying the young", it is the site of Guangdong Taoist Association to carry forward the traditional Chinese virtues of filial piety and ancestor worship, Shenzong pursuit, to carry forward the excellent Taoist culture, to advocate the concept of "three religions in one" and to advocate harmonious religion.

Architectural pattern

Taoist architecture absorbs the characteristics of classical palaces and temples. The gate arch is the center gate, tall and wide. The entrance to the mountain is a spacious square with a watch on the left and right. The main building in Guanzhong is the Sanqing hall opposite the mountain gate, which is built in the traditional form of the temple of heaven. There are bell tower and Drum Tower on both sides of the hall. The Sanqing temple is dedicated to the highest and most respected gods of Taoism: Yuqing Yuanshi Tianzun, Shangqing Lingbao Tianzun, Taiqing moral Tianzun, namely Taishang Laojun. The huge ball on the top of the temple is made of pure gold. On the right side of the square is Taihe building, and on the left side are Zhonghe building, yuanxuan villa and homes for the aged. In addition, there are Guanyin hall, doulao hall and Taisui hall.

Phase I Project

On November 7, 1998, the first phase of the Taoist temple was completed and opened to believers and tourists. According to the requirements of traditional palace architecture, the Taoist temple was built along the meridian line from north to south. Phase I covers an area of about 100000 square meters and a construction area of about 60000 square meters. The main building is built in the form of archaize "Temple of heaven". It is majestic, sacred and solemn. It is green dragon on the left, white tiger on the right, rosefinch on the South and Xuanwu on the north. It has ingenious layout, quiet environment and unique geomantic omen. It is known as the "little temple of heaven" in Huadu District. In December 2006, it was rated as one of the "new eight scenic spots in Huadu District" by the people's Government of Huadu District. The first phase of Taoist temple has Sanqing hall, Yuanchen hall, Guanyin hall, Sansheng hall, Chunyang hall, Lingxiao hall, Huangdaxian hall, cultural exhibition hall, vegetarian hall, bonsai garden and other supporting facilities. Among them, Yuanchen hall is the largest 60jiazi hall in China and the best resort for praying for the protection of the gods at Taisui.

second-phase project

The second phase of Taoist temple, Laozi Moral Culture Park, covers an area of more than 80000 square meters and a building area of about 30000 square meters. It is divided into three areas according to the functions of religious and cultural tourism: Central, Eastern and western

The central district is the main part of the Cultural Park, namely Laozi moral culture square. The square is made of bronze, weighing more than 70 tons and about 16.8m high. The statue of Lao Tzu sitting on the three-story platform is the center of the square. The back seat is set by the three-story "five mountain tower" and the three-story platform of the statue of Lao Tzu constitutes the "three mountains and five mountains", implying that there are many backers. The main classics of Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism, namely, the book of filial piety, the book of Vajra and the book of morality, are engraved on the stone wall to the south of the back seat to show the traditional culture of the Chinese nation and its profound cultural origin. The East and west sides of Laozi's statue are respectively carved stone shadow walls, 73m long and 10.5m high. On the east side is Chaoyuan painting. According to the mural of Chaoyuan painting of Yongle Palace in Shanxi Province, it is carved in the form of high relief with Fujian bluestone granite in the ratio of 1:1, which has won the Guinness record of Shanghai World in July 2010. On the west side is Jiyuan painting, which also uses high relief bluestone It shows the relationship between Chinese emperors and sages and Taoism with vivid pictures. On the one hand, the Jade Emperor led the immortals to worship the three Qing Dynasties, and on the other hand, the emperors and saints of the past dynasties advocated Taoism!

In the Eastern District, pavilions, pavilions and corridors are used for layout according to the form of traditional Chinese garden architecture. There are golden hall of God of wealth, Jinshan Lake and marriage stone. The golden hall is located in the northeast of the cultural park. It has a superior geographical position and a well-designed layout. The whole building is glittering and shining. It looks like a golden mountain from a distance. The design of the Golden Hall of God of wealth is square and steady. It is built on the granite base, implying that wealth is piled up like a mountain and the foundation is permanent. The hall is dedicated to the God of wealth with golden body, which is 19.88 feet high (long hair). In the shrines on both sides of the hall, there are 328 glass God of wealth with golden body (easy business), which can be pledged by believers. There is a lake in front of the hall: "Jinshan Lake". However, gold ores of different sizes in the water are all over the lake, which makes people immediately have the desire to go down to the lake to dig for gold (the heart of seeking wealth is common in the world); marriage stone, as the old saying goes Three generations of marriage, fate can meet thousands of miles. There are magpie bridges connecting the four sides of the marriage stone, which means that people come from all directions. Although they come from all directions, they can meet here as soon as their fate arrives. They will work together harmoniously and live together forever. The area is also planned to have a forest of Steles, a Taoist music demonstration hall, a tea house and other supporting facilities. Visitors can enjoy calligraphy and painting, pay attention to ink treasures, listen to music, and enjoy tea. They can not only increase their knowledge, but also cultivate their sentiment.

In the West District, it is planned to build the supporting facilities of Gongde building. Guangdong yuanxuan Taoist temple is a non-profit making charitable welfare organization. All its income is used for public welfare except for daily operating expenses. Yuanxuan Taoist temple is a large-scale new Taoist temple in South China. It has a vast garden, green trees and many temples. You can not only understand the development history of ancient Chinese Taoist culture, but also appreciate the artistic charm of ancient Chinese architecture. After more than ten years of development, it has developed into the center of Taoist activities in Guangdong Province, an important bridge for the cultural exchange of the three religions on both sides of the Strait, and a best resort for worshippers and the masses to visit gods and take a vacation.

The origin of Taoism

"JiuTan is a place of good fortune, reserved for those who are destined for it.". In 1994, the Guangdong Taoist Association was established, but no suitable place was found for it, which affected the work of the association. At that time, enthusiastic Taoists, leaders of the provincial road Association and relevant personnel visited Mr. Zhao Zhendong, leader of Hong Kong Taoist circles, chairman of the Hong Kong Taoist Federation and chairman of the board of directors of Hong Kong yuanxuan college. They talked about the site of the conference and the difficulties they encountered. They hoped Mr. Zhao would support them. Taoism in Guangdong and Hong Kong originally originated from the same vein, and the blood was as thick as water. Mr. Zhao was always enthusiastic about Taoism and immediately agreed. From then on, Mr. Zhao traveled all over the place, and finally located in JiuTan village, Huadu District. Yuanxuan college is located in San Dietan, Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong. It is the so-called "JiuTan gathers the land of blessing, and leaves it to the predestined ones". The predestined ones are Mr. Zhao. After locating the site, Mr. Zhao devoted all his energy in his later years to the creation of yuanxuan Taoist temple. After careful planning, ingenious layout and five years of construction, the first phase of a large-scale antique building "yuanxuan Taoist temple" was finally completed on November 7, 1998, which solved the problem of the site and laid a firm foundation for the development of Taoism in Guangdong Province.

Main attractions

Sanqing Hall

Sanqing hall is the main building of yuanxuan Taoist temple. It is built in the form of classical temple of heaven with a construction area of more than 500 square meters. It has a triple octagonal sky and a circular hall with a top height of nearly 30 meters. The ceiling is painted with Taiji drawing, implying that the sky and the earth are round and bright. The main hall is covered with yellow glass, and the eaves are decorated with colorful paintings. In the hall, the three gods of Yuqing, Shangqing and Taiqing are worshipped, namely, the first heaven of the Yuan Dynasty in the holy land of Yuqing, the spiritual treasure heaven in the true land of Shangqing, and the moral heaven in the fairyland of Taiqing. Sanqing is the supreme god of Taoism. The origin of Taoism comes from the Taoist School of Lao Tzu, a philosopher in the Warring States period. Zhang Ling, a native of the Eastern Han Dynasty, took Laozi's Tao Te Ching as his religion, and respected Laozi as the supreme Taoist ancestor, that is, the supreme moral God.

Chunyang Palace

This hall is dedicated to Fuyou emperor, also known as the ancestor of Lu Zu, one of the eight immortals of Taoism, the founder of Chunyang sect of Quanzhen Taoism, and the Taoist school is known as Chunyang emperor.

Yuanchen Palace

Yuanchen hall is dedicated to Doumu Yuanjun and his 60th year old. Doumu Yuanjun's full name is Moli Tian Da Sheng. Doumu Yuanjun's 60th year old is in charge of the misfortunes and blessings in the world.

Three temples

The hall is dedicated to the three sages of Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism. The middle seat is Sakyamuni, the left seat is Laozi, and the right seat is Confucius.

Lingxiao Palace

This hall is dedicated to Guan Gong (March 2015).

Buddism godness Guanyin Temple

Worshiping Guanyin Bodhisattva, Taoism called Cihang immortal, is one of the twelve golden immortals of Taoism.

Huang Da Xian Hall

Huang Daxian, whose original name is Huang Chuping, was born in the Eastern Jin Dynasty and a famous Taoist immortal. His birthplace is Chisong mountain, chisongzi, Lanxi, Zhejiang Province.

Golden palace of God of wealth

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