{"product_id":"daoist-cultivation-book-17-liu-yiming-9798294545291","title":"Daoist Cultivation, Book 17 - Later Debates on the Cultivation of True Reality: Translation and Commentary","description":"This book presents a complete and faithful translation of the classical Daoist text Later Debates on the Cultivation of True Reality (《修真後辯》), a profound continuation of the earlier work Debates on the Cultivation of Reality (《修真辯難》). Written in a clear and direct style, this later text deepens the exploration of Daoist internal alchemy (內丹, nèidān), correcting misunderstandings and offering practical insight into the authentic Way. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe text covers both foundational and advanced principles-discussing virtue, clarity of mind, gradual progression, and the true meaning behind alchemical metaphors such as Lead, Mercury, and the Elixir. The work emphasizes the importance of sincerity, perseverance, and inner transformation over superficial methods or empty ambition. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAlthough rooted in a specific historical context, the warnings and corrections for students, offered in this text remain strikingly relevant for modern practitioners. It speaks directly to those who sincerely wish to refine their body, energy, and spirit in alignment with the Dao. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis edition includes: \u003cbr\u003e- A complete, high-fidelity translation in refined English\u003cbr\u003e- Extensive internal alchemical commentary in clear prose\u003cbr\u003e- Clarification of common errors and subtle alchemical principles\u003cbr\u003e- A formal introduction and final reflection on the work's meaning \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe book discusses topics such as: \u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecelestial Essence (Jīng 精), Qi (氣), and Spirit (Shén 神)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePostcelestial Essence (Jīng 精), Qi (Qì 氣), and Spirit (Shén 神)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Precelestial True One Qi (先天真一之氣)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue and False Body and Mind (真假身心)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue and False Xing and Ming (真假性命)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecelestial and Postcelestial Yin and Yang (先後天陰陽)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal and External Five Phases (內外五行)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal and External Medicines (內外藥物)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLesser and Greater Returned Elixirs (大小還丹)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn the Application of Auspiciousness and Inauspiciousness (運用吉凶)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Earlier and Later Furnace and Cauldron (前後爐鼎)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal and External Fire Phases (內外火候)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther House, My House (他家我家)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe True Initial Channel-Flow (真正首經)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubduing and Refining the Nine Cauldrons (伏煉九鼎)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Mysterious Pass and the One Aperture (玄關一竅)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMovements of the Heavenly Pivot (天罡消息)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLife and Death, Punishment and Virtue (生殺刑德)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighest Virtue and Lower Virtue (上德下德)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoing and Non-Doing (有為無為)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZi, Wu, Mao, and You (子午卯酉)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLife and Death, Being and Non-Being (生死有無)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecelestial and Postcelestial Kan and Li (先後坎離)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefining the Self and Establishing the Foundation (煉己築基)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal and External Companions (內外侶伴)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThoroughly Explore the Principle with One's Entire Heart (盡心窮理)\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003eWhether you are a student of Daoism, a serious cultivator, or a reader interested in classical wisdom, Later Debates on the Cultivation of True Reality offers a rare and valuable window into the heart of the internal path.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Liu Yiming,Vitaly Filbert\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798294545291\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/28\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 360\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.06lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d","brand":"Liu Yiming","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48460215320831,"sku":"9798294545291","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_2933e4b8-e1db-4387-a757-ce2a4268015f.jpg?v=1777413397","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/daoist-cultivation-book-17-liu-yiming-9798294545291","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}