Taoist Priest Gu's Life.

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The content discusses the evolution of Taoist practices, particularly focusing on the concepts of Dan, the Golden Core, and the Nascent Soul. It highlights the transition from physical immortality to internal alchemy, emphasizing the significance of internal energy cultivation. Various historical periods are outlined, including the Han Dynasty's sect emergence and the flourishing of internal Dan methods during the Sui and Tang dynasties. The text critiques the Yang Spirit concept, likening it to lower-level practices, and notes the decline of Taoism post-Zhang Sanfeng. The dialogue between Gu Yu and Xiao Zhai reflects on the authenticity of historical practices and the evolution of spiritual energy cultivation methods, suggesting a decline in spiritual energy over time.

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