《道藏目录详注》Vol. 4

The Principle of the Waxing and Waning Hexagrams

The Heavenly Mechanism Scripture (Tianji Jing), one fascicle. [This scripture elaborates on the profound meaning of the Yinfu Jing (Scripture of the Hidden Talisman), explaining the principles of observing change and perceiving the crucial pivots of transformation.]

The Secretly Transmitted Zhengyang Zhenjun Lingbao Bifa (Numinous Treasure Methods of the True Lord of Correct Yang), three fascicles, was composed by Zhongli Quan, the Perfected of Yunfang. It discusses the rising and falling of yin and yang in heaven and earth, the waxing and waning of the moon's phases, and the principle of the union of yin and yang. The text states that qi gives birth to water and water gives birth to qi, referring to the mutual interaction of the heart and the kidneys. Using ganzhi terms such as jia, geng, mao, and you to explain the regulation of breath and the stages of advance and retreat, it distinguishes the clarity or turbidity of the water source and examines the fullness or emptiness of inner visions. It describes methods of cultivating neidan (internal alchemy) and nourishing life. The catalogue entry notes that this book divulges secrets that were previously transmitted only orally.

Zhengyi Section (Orthodox Unity Division)

"Man" character group, ten fascicles in total.

The Scripture of the Great Benevolent Stillness and Wondrous Joy Tianzun on Merit and Virtue of the Five Sages, accompanied by fulu (talismans and registers).

The Taishang Zhengyi Zhuigui Jing (Supreme Orthodox Unity Scripture for Subduing Demons).

[Reciting this scripture is said to dispel chimei wangliang (mountain spirits, demons, and ghostly beings) and other evil influences.]

The Taishang Dongxuan Lingbao Luotian Dajiao Shangpin Miaojing (Wondrous Scripture of the Highest Grade on the Great Jiao Ritual of the Lingbao Dongxuan Heavens), combined with the Five Sages and two other scriptures into a single fascicle. Its ritual context is zhaijiao (purification ritual).

The Laojun Bianhua Wuji Jing (Scripture of the Transformations of Lord Lao, Limitless).

The Taishang Jinhua Tianzun Jiujie Hushen Miaojing (Wondrous Scripture of the Jinhua Tianzun for Rescue from Calamity and Protection of Life).

[The scripture states that constant recitation of it protects against calamities brought by fate.]

The Wushang Santian Fashi Shuo Yinyu Zhongsheng Miaojing (Wondrous Scripture on Nurturing All Beings, Spoken by the Unsurpassed Master of the Three Heavens), combined with the Wuji and three other scriptures into a single fascicle.

The Taishang Shuo Qingxuan Leiling Faxing Yindi Miaojing, one fascicle.

The Shangqing Taixiao Yinshu Yuanzhen Dongfei Erjing Jing (Scripture of the Two Luminous Vistas of the Shangqing Taixiao Hidden Writings of the Primal True Cavern Flight).

[After reciting this scripture, one should quietly visualize Beidou Xingjun (the Lord of the Northern Dipper). Imagine him emitting radiant light, wearing a purple flying robe, a tiger tally at his waist, and an ornate crown on his head, draped in brocade of clouds and riding a jade carriage through the flying clouds. He leads twelve celestial officials down from the north to merge with one's own color and light. During visualization, the body's qi should be dense and bright, with brilliant rays shining. The scripture says that whoever cultivates this practice according to the method without slackening will be enrolled among the immortals.]

The Dongxuan Lingbao Liuzhai Shizhen Shengji Jing (Scripture on the Holy Chronicle of the Ten Perfected in the Six Fasts of the Lingbao Dongxuan), combined with the Erjing Jing into a single fascicle.

The Daoyao Lingqi Shenzhou Pin Jing, one fascicle.

[This section lists the names and surnames of deities, demon kings, strong spirits, sky spirits, earth altar spirits, and the gods of the sixty-jiazi cycle.]

The Dongshen Ba Di Yuanbian Jing (Scripture on the Primordial Transformations of the Eight Emperors of the Cavern Spirit), one fascicle, accompanied by fulu and illustrations.

This section lists the titles of several Daoist scriptures, Fulu (talismans and registers), and ritual documents, with brief explanations.

The Taishang Santian Zhengfa Jing, one fascicle. The bibliography states that this scripture was transmitted by the Supreme Lord of the Dao (Taishang Daojun) to the Celestial Master (Tianshi) Zhang Daoling.

The Taishang Santian Neijie Jing, with upper and lower parts combined into one fascicle. The bibliography names its author as Mr. Xu, a disciple of the Three Heavens. The scripture says that practitioners should make their minds peaceful and detached, concentrate on the true Dao, be outwardly empty and quietly still, and be inwardly firm like a golden city. Only by constantly contemplating in this way can one reach the realm of the true Dao.

The Shangqing Mingjian Yaojing, one fascicle. Its contents include the method of visualizing an inner bright mirror and the technique of bigu (abstaining from or reducing food in Daoist cultivation).

The Taishang Jisi Zhenzhu Xuan also contains the phrase “outwardly like emptiness and void, inwardly like a golden city; constantly maintain this contemplation, and only then can one reach the ultimate truth.” This means that by keeping the outside empty and clear, the inside firm, and continuing such contemplation, one can penetrate the true Dao.

The Shangqing Mingjian Yaojing, one fascicle. The bibliography notes that its contents include the method of visualizing a bright mirror and the technique of bigu.

The Taishang Mingjian Zhenjing, one fascicle, with illustrations; it also contains the “fushi” method and protective talismans. Here “fushi” is the name of a Daoist ritual technique.

The above items, counted under the “Zhu” character category, total nine fascicles.

The Taishang Sanwu Zhengyi (Orthodox Unity) Mengwei Jing, fascicles one through six. The bibliography explains that the Dharma registers of the various ranks are all credentials bestowed by Heaven upon the ancestral Celestial Master for establishing the teaching and saving people. Dharma registers are documents, name registers, or talismanic credentials used in Daoist ordination and ritual performance.

The Taishang Zhengyi Mengwei Falu, one fascicle.

The Zhengyi Fawen Shilu Zhaoyi, one fascicle.

The Jiao Sandong Zhenwen Wufa Zhengyi Mengwei Lu Licheng Yi, one fascicle. “Jiao” is a Daoist ritual in which an altar is established and petitions are made to the deities.

The above items, counted under the “Wu” character category, total eleven fascicles.

The Taishang Xuantian Zhenwu Wushang Jiangjun Lu, one fascicle.

The Gaoshang Dadong Wenchang Silu Ziyang Baolu, three fascicles.

The Taishang Beiji Fushen Shenzhou Shagui Lu, one fascicle.

The Taishang Zhengyi Yansheng Baoming Lu, one fascicle.

The Taishang Zhengyi Jie Wuyin Zhouzu Milu, one fascicle.

The Zhengyi Fawen Jing Zhangguan Pin, fascicles one through four.

The above items, counted under the “Yi” character category, total twelve fascicles.

The Gaoshang Shenxiao Yuqing Zhenwang Zishu Dafa, fascicles one through twelve.

The Daofa Huiyuan is arranged by character-series (zihao), and the following outlines the number of juan (fascicles) and the contents of each series.

The "yi" series comprises nine juan, covering juan 1 to 12 of the Daofa Huiyuan. Its contents include the general preface on Daoist methods (Daofa zongxu), the Great Method of the Hunyuan Divine Generals (Hunyuan shenjiang dafa), the method for expelling the Three Corpses (qu sanshi fa), the Thunder Department documents (Leibu wendie), defensive methods for repelling ghosts and subduing demons, the secret method for praying for rain at the divine palace (shenfu qiyu mifa), and various liandu (refining-and-deliverance) rites. A separate catalogue entry, also listed as one juan, brings the total to 268 juan. Its contents include the Qingwei zongfa (Qingwei Lineage Methods), the Qingwei fuzhang jing (Qingwei Talisman Register Scripture), the Dao Qingwei qidao neifa (Inner Methods of Qingwei Prayer), and the Qingwei tianbao xuanjing (Qingwei Heavenly Treasure Mysterious Scripture).

The "jian" series comprises eleven juan, covering juan 13 to 23. Its contents include the Yuchen dengzhai fupin (Yuchen Ascent-Ritual Talisman Grades), the Yuchen liandu fufa (Yuchen Talisman Methods of Deliverance), the inner methods of liandu, the liandu keyi (deliverance liturgy), the Qingwei zhaifa (Qingwei purification methods), the faqian keywen (dispatch liturgical texts), and the wenyi (official documents) and fujian (talisman tablets).

The "chi" series comprises twelve juan, covering juan 24 to 35. Its contents include the Qingwei guandou wulei dafa (Qingwei Pouring-the-Dipper Five Thunders Great Method), the gaozou keyi (memorial liturgy), the Qingwei daofa (Qingwei Daoist methods), the Shangqing longtian tongming liandu dafa (Shangqing Dragon-Heaven Luminous Deliverance Great Method), and the Xuanshu yujue mifa (Xuanshu Jade Secret Methods). It also includes dispatch liturgical texts, official documents, and talisman tablets. A second "chi" entry, likewise listed as twelve juan covering juan 24 to 35, has the same content as the first half of the first entry, with the addition of the Qingwei qidao dafa (Qingwei Great Method of Prayer) and the Ziji Xuanshu zougao dafa (Ziji Xuanshu Memorial Great Method).

The "ya" series comprises ten juan, covering juan 36 to 45. Its contents include the Shangqing ziting mifa (Shangqing Purple Court Secret Methods), the Shangqing wuchun lieleid dafa (Shangqing Martial Spring Thunder Great Method), and talisman methods associated with the Marshals Ma, Wen, Yin, and Zhao.

The "cao" series comprises ten juan, covering juan 46 to 55. Its contents include the Shangqing shenlie feijie wulei dafa (Shangqing Divine Fierce Swift-Victory Five Thunders Great Method), together with methods for praying for rain, praying for snow, and expelling locusts.

The "hao" series comprises nine juan, covering juan 56 to 65. Its contents include the Shangqing yufu wulei dafa (Shangqing Jade Palace Five Thunders Great Method) and the Gaoshang Shenxiao yushu zhankan wulei dafa (Supreme Shenxiao Jade Pivot Decapitation and Examination Five Thunders Great Method), as well as methods of prayer and exorcism. This series also addresses the gangqi (potent energy) and the directions used to determine when thunder should be summoned, based on the Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches.

The "jue" series comprises nine juan, covering juan 66 to 75.

This section is the table of contents for the sections on Thunder Rites (Leifa) in the Daofa Huiyuan (Collected Essentials of the Daoist Methods). The sections are arranged in fascicle groups designated by the characters jue, zi, mi, du, yi, and hua. Thunder Rites (leifa) is a body of Daoist techniques concerned with thunder deities and generals, talismans (fulu), petitions and prayers, and the expelling of demons and healing of illness.

The jue group comprises nine fascicles. It contains the outlines of the Thunder Ministry (Leiting gangmu), the treatise Profound Discourses on the Thunder Ministry (Leiting xuanlun), methods of petition and exorcism, and methods for determining the direction from which the thunder qi (leigang qi) arises, based on the Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches. These correspond to chapters 66 through 75 of the Daofa Huiyuan.

The zi group comprises seven fascicles. It contains the outlines of the Thunder Ministry, the Profound Discourses on the Thunder Ministry, the Eight Brocades of Jade Attendant Yu Shichen (Yu Shichen Baduanjin), Bai Yuchan's Song of the Mysterious Pearl (Xuanzhu ge), Celestial Master Xujing's Chapter on Breaking Delusion (Pomang zhang), and secret methods associated with the Celestial Writ Thunder Registers (Tianshu leilu). These correspond to chapters 76 through 82.

The mi group comprises ten fascicles. It contains the Profound Secrets and Subtle Correspondences of the Thunder Ministry of Master of Fire Wang the Perfected Lord (Huoshi Wang Zhenjun), the Thunder Ministry Verification Compacts (Leiting qikan), the Laws and Edicts of Sudden Fire (Chuhuo lüling), and the methods of Heavenly Lords Deng and Xin and of Envoy Zhang of Fire and Thunder (Huo Lei Zhang shizhe). These correspond to chapters 83 through 92.

The du group comprises eleven fascicles. It contains the Hidden Writings of the Primordial Thunder Crystal (Xiantian leijing yinshu), the Thunder Rites of the Primordial One Qi (Xiantian yiqi leifa), the Great Method of Petition to Envoy Liufu Tianxi (the Six-and-One Heavenly Joy Envoy), the Thunder Crystals of the Nine Heavens (Jiutian leijing) and other registers, and the secret methods for each stage of primordial petition. The contents of this group are duplicated in the catalogue. One entry labels them as chapter 92 of the Daofa Huiyuan, and another labels them as chapters 93 through 103.

The yi group comprises ten fascicles. It contains the Three Essentials of the Thunder Ministry (Leiting sanyao), the Great Method of the Envoy of the One Qi Fire Thunder (Yiqi huolei shizhe dafa), the Secret Method of Envoy Zhang of Sudden Fire (Chuhuo Zhang shizhe mifa), the Great Method of the Swift Envoy of the Thunder Ministry (Leiting feijie shizhe dafa), the Great Method of Rain Petition at Bitan (Bitan qiyu dafa), the Secret Petition Methods of the Five Thunders of the Golden Gate of Shangqing (Shangqing jinque wulei qidao mifa), the Secret Talisman for Summoning the Dragon and Bringing Rain on an Iron Tablet (Tiezha zhaolong zhiyu fu mi), and the secret practices of the Five Thunder petitions. These correspond to chapters 104 through 113.

The hua group comprises eleven fascicles. It contains the Great Thunder Scroll of the Heavenly Dutian of the Mixed Three and Five, from the Gaoshang Jingxiao Heaven (Gaoshang Jingxiao sanwu hunhe dutian dalei langshu), the Mysterious Writings of Primordial Chaos (Hunyuan xuanshu), the Great Method of the Mysterious Writings of Chaotic Origin (Hundun xuanshu dafa), the Great Method of Five Thunder Petitions with the Precious Pearl of Imperial Command (Di ling baozhu wulei qidao dafa), and talismans used to suppress and pacify baleful stars. These correspond to chapters 114 through 121.

[Taiji Dulei Yinshu Nanchang Huofu Wuyang Leishi Mifa (Secret Methods of the Thunder Master Wuyang of the Nanchang Fire Palace, from the Dulei Book of the Supreme Ultimate)]

Filed under the character class "xia" (summer), this work comprises eight juan, found in the Daofa Huiyuan (Collected Essentials of the Daoist Methods), juan 122 through 132. The word "leifa" (thunder methods) in the title refers to the Daoist techniques of summoning the thunder-department spirit generals (leibu shenjiang) and performing rites that command thunder and lightning.

[Taishang Sanwu Shaoyang Tiemian Huoche Wulei Dafa; Jiuzhou Sheling Manlei Dafa; Jiuzhou Sheling Leifa; Jiuzhou Sheling Yanglei Dafa; Leiting Jian Sha Nianyue Shuji; Beizhen Shuibu Feihuo Jilei Dafa; Shixia Shuifu Qi Fenglei Zhiyu Fa]

Filed under the character class "dong" (east), this group comprises seven juan, found in the Daofa Huiyuan, juan 133 through 139. The titles in this group concern the Five Thunders methods (wulei fa), the thunder methods of the Sheling (local earth-spirit) cults of the Nine Provinces, the thunder rites for averting baleful influences (leiting xiangsha), and methods for raising wind and thunder and for bringing rain from the Water Palaces (shuifu), including rites for praying for rain.

[Taiyi Zhenlei Pili Dafa; Taiyi Tianzhang Yanglei Pili Dafa]

Filed under the character class "xi" (west), this work comprises seven juan, found in the Daofa Huiyuan, juan 140 through 146.

[Taiyi Tianzhang Yanglei Pili Dafa; Zhengyi Zhongxiao Jiashu; Baizhuo Wulei Dafa]

Filed under the character class "er" (two), this group comprises nine juan, found in the Daofa Huiyuan, juan 147 through 155.

[Dongxuan Yushu Leiting Dafa; Hunyuan Liutian Miaodao Yiqi Ruyi Dafa]

Filed under the character class "jing" (capital), this group comprises eight juan, found in the Daofa Huiyuan, juan 156 through 163.

[Tianpeng Fumo Dafa]

This method includes rites for driving away locusts, protective talismans (fulu), and rites for recalling the soul. "Tianpeng" is the name of a Daoist spirit general, and "fumo" means subduing demons and evil spirits. Filed under the character class "bei" (back), this work comprises nine juan, found in the Daofa Huiyuan, juan 164 through 174.

[Shangqing Tianpeng Fumo Dafa; Hunyuan Feizhuo Fumo Dafa]

The "Mang" character group comprises eight fascicles, collected in the Daofa Huiyuan (Compendium of Daoist Rites) as fascicles 175 through 178. It contains the Shangqing Tongchu Wuyuansu Fu Yuce Dafa (Great Method of the Jade Registers of the Five Elemental Palaces of Tongchu Shangqing), together with Jade Register methods for the Yuanying Taihuang Fu (Palace of the Yuanying Grand Sovereign), the Yuanjing Dantian Fu (Palace of the Yuanjing Heavenly Elixir Field), the Yuanfu Dahuang Fu (Palace of the Yuanfu Great Sovereign), the Yuanhe Qianjiao Fu (Palace of Yuanhe Transmission of Teaching), and the Yuansu Yuanhui Fu (Palace of Yuansu Yuanhui).

The "Mian" character group comprises nine fascicles, collected as fascicles 179 through 187. Its content is the Shangqing Wuyuan Yuce Jiuling Feibu Zhangzou Mifa (Secret Methods of the Shangqing Five Primordial Jade Registers, the Nine Spirit Flying Steps, and Memorial Submissions), which describes the rites and techniques of the Shangqing Five Primordial Jade Registers, the Jiuling Feibu (Nine Spirit Flying Steps), and the submission of memorials.

The "Luo" character group comprises ten fascicles, collected as fascicles 188 through 197. It includes the Taiyi Huofu Wulei Fa (Five Thunders Rites of the Taiyi Fire Palace), the Taiyi Huofu Tongshen Neidian Mifa (Secret Methods of the Inner Hall for Communicating with the Spirits of the Taiyi Fire Palace), the Qidao Mifa (Secret Methods of Petition), and Five Thunders methods involving the Hunyuan Yiqi (One Qi of Primordial Chaos), the Bagua (Eight Trigrams), Dongshen (Cavern Spirit), and Tianyi (Celestial Physician).

The first "Fu" character group comprises ten fascicles, listed as fascicles 198 through 210. Its entries include the Shenfu Tongshen Neidian Mifa (Secret Methods of the Inner Hall for Communicating with the Spirits of the Divine Palace), the Qidao Mifa, the Taiyi Huofu Neifang Fa (Inner Defense Methods of the Taiyi Fire Palace), and Five Thunders methods of the Hunyuan Yiqi, Bagua Dongshen, and Tianyi.

A second "Fu" character group is also listed as ten fascicles and is likewise placed in fascicles 198 through 210. Its contents are the Shenxiao Jin Da Tianding Dafa (Great Method of the Golden Heavenly Guardians of Shenxiao), the Jinhuo Tianding Fa (Methods of the Golden Fire Heavenly Guardians), the Shenxiao Sanqi Huoling Ge (Song of the Three Qi Fire Bells of Shenxiao), the Jinhuo Tianding Fengqi Zishu (Purple Writings of the Phoenix Qi of the Golden Fire Heavenly Guardians), the Jinhuo Tianding Yushen Jieguan Yunzhuan (Cloud Seal for Unlocking the Passes, from the Jade Spirit of the Golden Fire Heavenly Guardians), the Yuyang Jilian Neifang Fa (Inner Defense Methods of the Jade Yang Refining Rite), and the Taiji Xianweng Shishi Fa (Methods of Offering Food by the Ancient Father of the Supreme Ultimate). Here, shishi fa (the rite of offering food to hungry ghosts) refers to the Daoist ritual method of providing food and drink to wandering spirits.

The "Wei" character group comprises eleven fascicles, collected as fascicles 211 through 221. It includes the Tiangang Zhusha Dafa (Great Method of the Heavenly Guang Lord of Calamity), the Zhongtian Zongzhi Feixing Huoyao Tiangang Dafa (Great Method of the Heavenly Guang Governing the Flying Stars and Vital Radiance from the Central Heaven), the Guangling Xuanhua Chen Jiangjun Mifa (Secret Methods of General Chen of Guangling Proclamation and Transformation), the Yushu Qianyuan Dantian Leifa (Thunder Methods of the Elixir Field of Qianyuan at the Jade Pivot), the Yuanhuang Danbei Mifa (Secret Methods of the Yuanhuang Elixir Decline), the Jiutian Xuannü Zaogao Mifa (Secret Methods of the Jiutian Xuannü Kitchen Report), and the Ziting Zhuifa Bu Duan Dafa (Great Method of Pursuit, Punishment, Capture, and Severance from the Purple Court), together with the rites of Shenxiao Duanwen (Severing Pestilence), Qianwen Songchuan (Expelling Pestilence by Sending a Boat), and Qianwen Zhibing (Expelling Pestilence to Cure Illness).

The "Ju" character group comprises ten fascicles, collected as fascicles 222 through 231.

The jing series comprises eight scrolls, found in the Daofa Huiyuan (Compendium of Daoist Rites, Juan 232 through 243). It covers summoning and exorcism methods associated with the Zhengyi Hōng Shen Lingguan (Numinous Officer of the Zhengyi Hōng Spirit), Daxi Daxian (the Great Rhinoceros Immortal), Marshal Ma, Marshal Zhu, and the three marshals Chen, Ma, and Zhu. It also includes the rites of the Zhengyi Xuantan (Mysterious Altar of Zhengyi), the Qingwei thunder rites (Qingwei Leifa), the Jinlun Ruyi Dafa (Golden Wheel Ruyi Great Rite), and the Leiting Huoche Lingguan (Thunder Fire Chariot Numinous Officer).

The gong series comprises nine scrolls, found in the Daofa Huiyuan (Juan 244 through 252). It contains several scriptures and rites, including the Yuqing Lingbao Wuliang Duren Shangdao (Supreme Path of the Yuqing Lingbao Limitless Salvation), the Tianxin Dishi Dafa (Great Rite of the Heart of Heaven and Master of Earth), the Beidi Siyin Yuanshuai Mifa (Secret Method of Marshal Siyin of the Northern Emperor), the Taishang Tiantan Yuge (Jade Registers of the Supreme Heavenly Altar), and the Taishang Nüqing Tianlü (Celestial Statutes of the Supreme Lady Qing).

The dian series comprises nine scrolls, found in the Daofa Huiyuan (Juan 253 through 261). It includes methods for the Diqi (earth spirits, the spirits of the land), the secret summoning method of Grand Guardian Wen of the Eastern Peak, the secret method of Marshal Zhang of Dongping, Marshal Guan's method of subduing demons (guomo), and the great rites of Marshals Che and Xia of Fengdu.

The pan series comprises six scrolls, found in the Daofa Huiyuan (Juan 262 through 268). It contains the Fengdu Kaozhao Dafa (Great Rite of Examination and Summoning at Fengdu), the Beiyin Fengdu Taixuan Zhimo Heilü (Black Statutes of Taixuan for Subduing Demons at Northern Yin Fengdu), and the Lingdu Taixuan Fengdu Heilü (Black Statutes of Taixuan at the Spirit Capital of Fengdu).

The yu series comprises eight scrolls, compiled by Wang Qizhen (Wang Qizhen), and contains Juan 1 through 8 of the Shangqing Lingbao Dafa (Great Methods of Shangqing and Lingbao).

The "Eight Gates of Warp and Weft for Cultivation and Practice" (Bamen Jingwei Xiuyong Men) includes the Opening Statement of the Principle (Kaizong Mingyi), the Method of Swallowing the Jade Tablets (Tunfu Yuzha), the Diagrams for Viewing Hidden Writings (Dongshi Yinwen), the Diagram of the Great Stabilization of the Divine Light (Shenguang Dading Tu), the Diagrams for Cultivating Perfection through the Five Qi of the Central Principle (Zhongli Wuqi Xiuzhen Ge Tu), the Method of Silently Audiencing and Refining the Crown (Mochao Lianding Fa), the Method of Audiencing the Origin (Chaoyuan Fa), the Method of True Stillness While Lying Down at Night (Zhenjing Yewo Fa), the Five Release Methods (Wujie Fa), the Colors of Dress for the Five Directions (Wufang Fuse), the True Scripts of the Five Sprouts (Wuya Zhenwen), the Method of Ingesting the Lingzhi Cloud Fluid (Fu Lingzhi Yunye Fa), the Method of Ingesting Primordial Qi (Fu Yuanqi Fa), and the eighty-one registers of the Secret Registers of Penetrating the Mystery (Tongxuan Mi Lu).

The Lou-character section (Lou Zi Hao), in seven scrolls, corresponds to the ninth through fifteenth scrolls of the Great Methods of the Shangqing Lingbao (Shangqing Lingbao Dafa). Its categories include audiences, penitence, and thanksgiving (Chao Xiu Chan Xie); the domains governed by the Three Realms (Sanjie Suo Zhi); the descent of the Perfected and the summoning of numinous powers (Jiang Zhen Zhao Ling); rites for aiding the world (Jishi Kanggong); and the subjugation of demons and the taming of spirits (Zhi Mo Fu Shen). It also contains diagrams of the Nine Heavens and Thirty-Six Heavens, diagrams of the celestial stars and constellations, the origins of the Three Realms, and the Five Heavenly Demons. Among its methods are the Method of Dispelling Calamity by the Nine Palaces and Eight Solstices (Jiugong Bajie Yu Zai Fa), the Method of Exorcising Water Monsters (Rang Zhi Shuiguai Fa), the Method of Eliminating Fire Monsters (Chu Huoguai Fa), the Method of Driving Away Locusts (Qu Huang Fa), the Method of Repelling Evil and Healing Calamity with the Fire Bell (Huoling Pi E Yu Zai Fa), the Method of Healing Illness with the Celestial Seal of the Fire Bell (Huoling Tianyin Zhi Bing Fa), and the Method of Pacifying Through the Jade Chapters (Anzhen Yupian Fa).

The Guan-character section (Guan Zi Hao), in nine scrolls, corresponds to the sixteenth through twenty-fourth scrolls of the same work. Its contents include suppression, averting, and control (Zhen Rang She Zhi); scriptural commentaries; the Three Chapters of the Jade Characters (Yuzi San Pian); the True Script and Real Talismans (Zhenwen Shi Fu); the Chapter of the Correct Sounds of the Great Brahma (Dafan Zhengyin Zhang); the Diagrams of the True Forms of the Five Sacred Peaks (Wuyue Zhenxing Tu); the Diagram of the True Form of Mount Fengdu (Fengdu Shan Zhenxing Tu); and methods for curing the myriad ailments within the body and for healing illness by wearing talismans (Zhi Shen Zhong Wan Bing; Zhi Bing Pei Dai Fu Lu). It also covers the talismans carried by the officials presiding over each of the Ten Heavenly Stems, along with the ritual procedures for chanting scripture and the methods and oral formulas for practicing recitation internally.

The Fei-character section (Fei Zi Hao), in nine scrolls, corresponds to the twenty-fifth through thirty-third scrolls. It records the Ranks of the Immortals of the Dongxuan (Dongxuan Xian Ge Pin), commentaries on scriptures, the Standards and Models for Transmission Ceremonies (Chuandu Yifan yu Ke Ge), diagrams of the altars for purification rites (Zhai Fa Tan Tu), and the classification of scriptural sentences. A transmission ceremony (Chuandu) is the ritual by which registers and methods are conferred and a person is admitted into the Daoist community.

The Jing-character section (Jing Zi Hao), in nine scrolls, corresponds to the thirty-fourth through forty-second scrolls. Its contents include diagrams of the altars for purification rites, the Standard of the Divine Tiger (Shenhu Xuan Fan), the talismans used in purification rites (Zhai Fa Fu Lu), and the various talisman methods used when ascending the altar.

The Tu-character section (Tu Zi Hao), in seven scrolls, lists the classification of scriptural sentences of the Shangqing Lingbao Gate.

At the end, the list again names the "Jing-character section, nine scrolls," designating it as the thirty-fourth through forty-second scrolls of the Great Methods of the Shangqing Lingbao.

[Zhai Fa Tan Tu Men (Gate of Ritual Altar Diagrams), Shen Hu Xuan Fan Men (Gate of the Mysterious Model of the Divine Tiger), Zhai Fa Fulu Men (Gate of Ritual Methods and Talismans and Registers), Deng Tan Zhu Pin Fu Fa (Talisman Methods for the Various Grades of Ascending the Altar)]

The Tu zi hao (Tu-character series) comprises seven juan (fascicles), corresponding to juan 43 through 51 of the Shangqing Lingbao Dafa (Great Methods of Shangqing and Lingbao).

[Zhai Fa Fulu Men (Gate of Ritual Methods and Talismans and Registers), Jin Jian Tou Long Zhang (Chapters on Presenting Memorials and Casting Dragons), Da Lian Fulu Men (Gate of Great Refinement of Talismans and Registers), Lian Du Zhu Pin Fu Mi (Secret Talismans for the Various Grades of Refinement and Salvation)]

The Xie zi hao (Xie-character series) comprises nine juan, corresponding to juan 52 through 60 of the Shangqing Lingbao Dafa.

[Da Lian Fulu Men (Gate of Great Refinement of Talismans and Registers), Zhai Fa Zong Gang Men (Gate of the Principles of Ritual Methods), Wu Qi Bian Jiu Qi Tu (Diagram of the Five Breaths Transforming into the Nine Breaths), Lian Xing (Refining the Form), Xing Chi Zhai Fa Deng Fa (Practice and Holding of Ritual Methods and Related Techniques)]

The Qin zi hao (Qin-character series) comprises six juan, corresponding to juan 61 through 66 of the Shangqing Lingbao Dafa.

[Shen Zou Men (Gate of Examining Memorials), Zheng Zou Men (Gate of Formal Memorials): formats for presenting memorials to the various Supreme Deities; Zheng Shen Men (Gate of Formal Reports): formats for reporting to the palaces and offices of the Sun and Moon, the Five Planets, the Twenty-Eight Lunar Mansions, the Five Dippers, and the Twelve Offices; Zhai Fa Zhang Zou Men (Gate of Ritual Methods and Memorials): formats for dispatch documents summoning the various deities, along with model documents such as die (notes), tie (cards), and guan (passes) used for official communication]

The Shou zi hao (Shou-character series) comprises ten juan, which together with the Shangqing material forms the complete collection.

Shangqing Lingbao Da Shangdi Zou Zhang Shi Zheng Shen Men Shen Ri Yue Wu Xing Er Shi Ba Xiu Wu Dou Shi Er Guan Gong Shen Shi Zhai Fa Zhang Zou Men Di Qing Shen Qi Di Shi Wei Yong Die Tie Guan Deng Wen Jian, Shou zi hao, ten juan in total.

Shangqing Lingbao Da Fa Mu Lu (Catalogue of the Shangqing Lingbao Dafa), one juan in total.

[Dongxuan Lingbao Dafa (Great Methods of Dongxuan Lingbao), compiled by Jin Jiuzhong. Its contents include the precepts of this method, the Yuanshi Dongxuan Lingbao Wuliang Duren Shangpin Miaojing (Wondrous Scripture of Universal Salvation of the Highest Grade, Dongxuan Lingbao of the Primordial Beginning), the Dong Zhang (Cavern Chapters), Qi Jing Ba Wei (Seven Scriptures and Eight Warp Threads), San Jie Gong Cao (Office of Merit of the Three Realms), Yu Zha Ling Zhang (Jade Tablets and Numinous Chapters), Wu Ya Nei Lian (Inner Refinement of the Five Sprouts), and Yuanshi Da Ding (Primordial Great Stability), among other chapters. The "Method of the Five Sprouts" (Wu ya zhi fa) emphasizes continuous breath regulation and stillness over seven days and seven nights, and its key lies in inner cultivation.]

Hua zi hao (Hua-character series): Shangqing Lingbao Dafa juan 1 through 9, covering methods of ritual duty and prohibitions (zhai zhi jin ji). This series comprises nine juan.

[This includes the seal-registers of this method (Yin Lu), repentance and absolution of faults (Hui Guo Xie Qian), and the Virtue of Aiding Life (Ji Sheng Yang De), along with methods of ritual duty and prohibitions.]

Hua zi hao (Hua-character series): Shangqing Lingbao Dafa juan 10 through 18. This series comprises nine juan.

The Shangqing Lingbao Dafa (Great Methods of the Shangqing Lingbao), Cai Zihao (Cai-character series), in nine juan, collects the Benfa Yin (Seals of the Fundamental Method), Huiguo Xieqian (Repentance and Expiation of Transgressions), Jisheng Yangde (Aiding Life and Nourishing Virtue), Jilian Youhun (Offering Rites and Refining the Wandering Dead), Quyao Zheng'e (Dispelling Demons and Rescuing from Calamity), Lie Zi Wei Fu (Making Talismans from the Character Lie), Huanglu Cixu (Sequence of the Yellow Register, Huanglu), Yang Fan Keshi (Formats of the Banner-Raising Liturgy), and Yuwen Zhenyin (True Seals of the Jade Script). Each section is accompanied by phonetic glosses (yinshi), correct-script talismans and seals (zhengzi fuyin), and seal inscriptions of various kinds.

The Xian Zihao (Xian-character series) of the same Shangqing Lingbao Dafa runs to nine juan and records ritual methods for the ascent of the altar (Dengtan Kefan), talisman methods for use at the altar (Lintan Fufa), memorial texts, petitions, and documents (zhangci biaodu), formats for presenting memorials (shangzhang gege), the six invocations and expressions of gratitude (liumu qixie), submitted memorials and proclamations (zoushen wenxi), and the rites of Qingci Shengdu Fugao (Green Petition Talismanic Edicts for Ascension and Deliverance). It also includes methods for receiving and holding protective staves (Shouchi Fangzhang), Randeng Poyu (Lighting the Lamp to Break the Prisons of Hell), and Shenhu Shezhao (Summoning by the Divine Tiger).

The Ling Zihao (Ling-character series) comprises eight juan on the Shuihuo Liandu (Refining Rites of Water and Fire), Shishi Pudu (Universal Salvation through Offerings of Food), Santan Shejiao (Dispersing the Altar and Establishing the Jiao Offering), Touglong Songjian (Casting Dragons and Sending Tablets), Liandu Duizhai (Refining Rites Paired with Fasting), and a range of other refining ceremonies.

The Bing Zihao (Bing-character series) comprises ten juan, the first through tenth juan of the Daomen Dingzhi (Regulations of the Daoist School). Its contents include the memorials, petitions, documents, and cloud-seal talismanic edicts (yunzhuan fugao) of the Daoist school, together with Huanglu registers, Dushu (general memorials), and the formats of various official documents.

The She Zihao (She-character series) comprises nine juan, covering the first through twenty-fourth juan of the Daomen Kefan Daquanji (Great Compendium of Daomen Liturgical Models). It is annotated as having been revised and edited by Master Guangcheng, Du Guangting. It records rites for birthdays and one's benming (life-star) ceremony, talismanic edicts, Huanglu registers, Dushu, and official correspondence, as well as rites such as Wenchang Zhulu (Wenchang's Bestowal of Emoluments), Baizhang Daochang (Memorial-Presenting Rites), Qiyu Qixue Daochang (Rites for Praying for Rain and Snow), Xiaozai Xingyao (Averting Calamities Under the Stars), and Chanrang Jibing (Repentance and Exorcism for Illness).

The Bang Zihao (Bang-character series) comprises ten juan, covering the twenty-fifth through forty-fifth juan of the Daomen Kefan Daquanji. It contains rites such as the Qisi Baizhang Dajiao (Great Jiao Offering with Memorial Presentation for Offspring), Shihuo Rangzai (Oath-Fire Rites to Ward Off Calamity and the Recitation of Precepts), Anzhai Jiefan (Settling the Household and Resolving Transgressions, with its repentance formulas), and Xiezao (Thanking the Kitchen God).

The Qi Zihao (Qi-character series) comprises nine juan, covering the forty-sixth through sixty-seventh juan of the Daomen Kefan Daquanji.

The "Jia" series contains twelve fascicles (juan). Volumes sixty-eight through eighty-seven of the Daoist Liturgy Compendium (Daomen Keyi Daquan Ji) include Daoist Practices for Cultivating Realization and Atoning for Transgressions, Repentance Rite for Atoning for Transgressions in the Ten Directions, Ritual Assembly for Ascending to Transformation and Transferring the Spirit to Immortality in the Upper Clarity Tradition, Grand Jiao Ritual for Presenting Memorials and Saving Souls at the Eastern Peak, Three-Period Repentance Formulas, and Lingbao Grand Jiao for Venerating the Spirits, among others.

The "Zhang" series contains eight fascicles. Volumes one through nine of the Essential Compendium for General Teaching of the Daoist Community (Daomen Tongjiao Bixu Ji) include Standards and Models, Hymns and Praises, Chants and Eulogies, Pacing the Void, Ritual Assembly for Transferring the Spirit, Grand Jiao Ritual for Presenting Memorials and Saving Souls at the Eastern Peak, Three-Period Repentance Formulas, and Lingbao Grand Jiao for Venerating the Spirits, among others.

The "Zhang" series again contains eight fascicles. Volumes one through nine of the same Essential Compendium include Standards and Models, Hymns and Praises, Chants and Eulogies, Pacing the Void, Assistant Officials, Guidance and Hymns, Ceremonial Deportment, and Focused Contemplation.

The "Dui" series contains ten fascicles. The Supreme Lord's Essential Secrets for the Complete Realization (Taishang Zongzhen Miyao), volumes one through ten, is illustrated with talismans and seals. It was compiled by the Master Dongyou, Yuan Miaozong, and its contents include the Hidden Writings of Upper Clarity, the Spiritual Writings of the Bones and Body, the Jade Standards of Ghost Law, the Transmission of Ritual Investiture, the Establishment of Prisons, the Ascent to Heaven, the Lamps of the Dipper Cover, the Formulas for Divination, the Supreme Orthodox Methods, the Illustrated Methods of the Yu Step, Dipper Steps, and Palm and Eye Gestures, as well as talismans for expelling tuberculosis and other wasting diseases and the True Method of Pengbai for Subduing Evil.

The same Supreme Lord's Essential Secrets, volumes one through ten, illustrated with talismans and seals, contains Methods for Assisting Correction, Expelling Evil, Examining Ghosts, and Summoning Spirits, the Upper Clarity Orthodox Method of the Northern Pole's Celestial Heart, and the Hidden Writings of Upper Clarity: Spiritual Writings of the Marrow.

The "Ying" series contains eleven fascicles, which include the True Method of Pengbai for Subduing Evil.

The same Supreme Lord's Essential Secrets, volumes one through ten, illustrated with talismans and seals, contains Methods for Assisting Correction, Expelling Evil, Examining Ghosts, and Summoning Spirits, the Upper Clarity Orthodox Method of the Northern Pole's Celestial Heart, and the Hidden Writings of Upper Clarity: Spiritual Writings of the Marrow.

The "Ying" series contains eleven fascicles.

The Treatise on Zhengyi (Zhengyi Lun) discusses the origins and lineage of the Zhengyi (Orthodox Unity) school. The Quanzhen Method of Seated Bowl Practice (Quanzhen Zuobo Jian Fa) is bound together with the Treatise on Zhengyi as a single fascicle and includes diagrams.

Contemplating the principles by which yin and yang wax and wane, and aligning them with the circulation of water and fire and the mechanics of breathing, one circulates the microcosmic orbit (zhoutian) in stillness, so that the embryonic breath (taixi) settles at the Mysterious Female (xuanpin), that is, the root gateway of breath and inner cultivation.

Taiping Yulan (3 juan)

This work describes the garments and implements that Daoist immortals, Perfected (zhenren), celestial officials, and spirit beings should wear and carry. These include crowns and caps, shawls, coarse brown robes, long gowns, fur coats, sashes, cords of office, ceremonial tablets (hu), skirts, bells, staffs, ceremonial staves, footwear, and the regulations governing canopies and curtains.

Daoist Classic of Aiding the Divine Covenant (1 juan)

The Aiding the Divine Covenant contains several entries concerning ritual objects and regulations for Daoist temples and monasteries. These cover bells and chimes, curtains and canopies, ritual robes, crowns and garments, guijian (jade tablets and wooden slips used in ceremony), ritual swords, square boards, the Emperor's bell, formulas for qi, decrees, banners and standards (pangchuang) for ceremonial processions, and the yunao (a Daoist musical instrument).

Ten Rules for the Daoist Gate (1 juan)

Written by Zhang Zichu, the Perfected who propagated the Orthodox Unity (Zhengyi) lineage, unified with the Non-Action (Wuwei) school, and illuminated the ancestral teachings. The work is divided into ten sections. The first treats the origins and development of Daoism. The second concerns Daoist scriptures and registers, namely the classics of the Three Caverns of the Most High. The third, *zuoquan shouj*ing (sitting in stillness and guarding quietude), is the foundation of entering the Way. The fourth explains the zhai fasting rites, tracing their origins to ancient traditions of praying to Heaven and making sacrifices. The fifth covers the transmission of Daoist methods. The sixth addresses abbots and the leaders of the Daoist community. The seventh concerns wandering and visiting teachers. The eighth covers establishing temples and transforming the people through instruction. The ninth, jin gu tian liang (gold, grain, and fields), describes the land and grain that successive courts bestowed upon temples. The tenth deals with the repair and upkeep of temples and monasteries.

Fifteen Discourses on Establishing the Teaching at Chongyang (1 juan)

This work sets out fifteen aspects of cultivating the Way. The first is dwelling in hermitages and halls. The second is wandering. The third is studying and copying texts. The fourth is compounding medicines. The fifth is building living quarters. The sixth is forming companionships with fellow practitioners. The seventh is sitting meditation. The eighth is subduing the mind and its thoughts. The ninth is refining the heart-mind and nature. The tenth is refining the five qi (the five kinds of vital energy described in internal alchemy). The eleventh is lost. The twelfth is the Sacred Way. The thirteenth is transcending the three realms. The fourteenth is methods of nourishing the body. The fifteenth is withdrawing from worldly dust.

Quanzhen Monastic Regulations (1 juan)

Compiled by Lu Daohe, styled Qingxuanzi of Chunan, a native of Yao River. Its contents include the rules for novices entering the Way, the proper order for wearing the zan pei (the Daoist hair ornament and shawl), the etiquette for wandering and visiting teachers, the regulations of the hall and gate and the precepts, the seniority of ordination (jielà, years since ordination), the rules for seated begging-bowl practice, the instructions of the patriarchs, the standards of conduct, and the principles of Quanzhen cultivation.

Taishang Chuchu Chuandu Yi (Ritual Guidelines for the Transmission of Precepts to Those Who Leave Home), in one fascicle, was compiled by Great Master Jia Shanyuan of Wuzhen in Chongde. Sandong Xiudao Yi (Ritual Guidelines for Cultivating the Way in the Three Caverns), also in one fascicle, was compiled by Yizhong, a descendant of Baoguangzi of Jingnan.

The Sandong Xiudao Yi states that Daoist altars and halls, such as the Zhi Altars and Rui Halls, were spread throughout the four directions. Daoist liturgical norms ranged from the Zhengyi (Orthodox Unity) method to the Great Cavern method and were divided into seven grades. Fulu (talismans and registers) were arranged in one hundred and twenty ranks, Keyi (liturgy) in two thousand four hundred rules, model texts in one thousand two hundred entries, and precepts in one thousand two hundred articles, all supported by the Four Assisting Scriptures.

The Chuanshou Jingjie Yizhu Jue (Formulas for the Ritual Procedures of Transmitting Scriptures and Precepts), in one fascicle, records the order in which scriptural methods are transmitted, the methods of fasting and zhaijiao (purification rituals), the methods of inviting and safeguarding masters, the proper writing of scriptures and memorials, the ritual conduct of the three masters, the methods of identifying tokens, the regulations on vestments, and the methods by which masters submit documents. The related precepts are likewise supported by the Four Assisting Scriptures.

A second fascicle of the Chuanshou Jingjie Yizhu Jue has the same contents as described above, listing thirteen items in all. The "Si" category, which is the fourth in this classification, comprises nine fascicles in total.

The Zhengyi Xiuzhen Lüe Yi (Brief Ritual Guidelines for Zhengyi Cultivation of Realization) briefly explains how to receive Daoist scriptures and precepts, how to wear talismans, and the basic norms to be observed during practice.

The Taishang Dongxuan Lingbao Sandong Jingjie Lu Zeri Li (Almanac for Selecting Auspicious Days for Transmitting the Sandong Scriptures, Precepts, and Registers) was written by Zhang Wanfu, a Sandong disciple and Daoist priest of the Qingdu Temple. It is an almanac for choosing dates on which to transmit the Sandong scriptures, precepts, and talismans.

The Chuanshou Sandong Jingjie Fa Lu Lüe Shuo (Brief Explanation of the Methods for Transmitting the Sandong Scriptures, Precepts, and Registers), in two fascicles, explains the various rules of conduct to be followed when reading and upholding the Sandong scriptures.

The Zhengyi Fawen Fulu Bu Yi (Ritual Guidelines for the Zhengyi Dharma Texts and Talisman Registers) records the rituals of Zhengyi dharma texts and talismans, including the fulu themselves, the conferral of registers, the transmission of methods, and the tokens by which transmission is recognized. The Zhengyi Fawen Taishang Wailu Yi (Ritual Guidelines for the Outer Registers of the Zhengyi Dharma Texts of Taishang) sets out regulations for outer registers, covering the handling of affairs, the upholding of precepts, the establishment of merit, petitions for promotion, the recommendation of worthy persons, the commendation of those of virtue, rewards, and the expression of humility.

The Shoulu Cidi Fa Xin Yi (Ritual Guidelines for the Sequence of Receiving Registers and the Faith-Tokens) includes talismans and was written by Zhang Bian, a military adviser in the household of the Prince of Wuling during the Liang dynasty and a thirteenth-generation descendant of his line. The text also discusses the Twenty-Eight Lunar Mansions (the groups of constellations in the sky) and the Twenty-Four Governances (the geographical parishes and cultivation centers of Zhengyi Daoism).

The Dongxuan Lingbao Daoshi Mingjing Fa (Method of the Bright Mirror for Daoist Priests of the Dongxuan Lingbao Tradition) describes methods for examining one's own bodily form, for biexi (breath-holding, a method of regulating the breath), and for cunsi (visualization, the practice of envisioning deities through focused thought).

The Dongxuan Lingbao Ke Zhong Fa (Method of Midday Practice in the Dongxuan Lingbao Tradition) is combined with the Mingjing Fa into a single fascicle and includes illustrations.

Finally, the Zixu Lu Wen Yi (Ritual Guidelines for the Registers and Texts of the Purple Void) explains that a Daoist who has received a register of a given rank of Zhengyi talismans must summon a specific qi (vital energy) according to the corresponding rank and invoke the appropriate deities. The practices differ from one rank to the next.

The Taiqing Yusi Zuojing Miyao Shangfa (Essential Methods of the Left Mirror of the Jade Office of Supreme Clarity), compiled by the Perfected Xiaying of Dongshan, comprises ten juan.

The Sandong Qunxian Lu (Register of the Assembled Immortals of the Three Caverns) is divided into two parts of ten juan each. It was compiled by the Zhengyi (Orthodox Unity) Daoist Chen Baoguang and records the great celestial immortals of the Upper Great Heaven from antiquity, beginning with Pangu, together with the immortals and perfected who ascended to heaven in successive dynasties. The entries are arranged according to the Sandong (Three Caverns), the classification of Daoist scriptures and cultivation systems.

The Sanshi Dai Tianshi Xujing Zhenjun Yulu (Recorded Sayings of the Perfected Xujing, Thirtieth-Generation Celestial Master) comprises two juan. It gathers the Perfected's teachings on inner cultivation, his instructions delivered at the altar, the Da Dao Ge (Song of the Great Dao), and other songs, hymns, and lyrics, and it expounds the subtle principles of the Dao.

The Chongxu Tongmiao Shichen Wang Xiansheng Jiahua (Family Talks of Master Wang Shichen of the Tongmiao Order of Chongxu) was recorded by the Perfected Wang Chang. It teaches that the methods of the Dao are first stored within and only afterward applied outwardly, and that the Zuqi (Ancestral Qi, the original qi) and the essential points of the thunder rites (leifa) arise from a single source.

The Xuzhing Chonghe Xiansheng Xu Shengong Yulu (Recorded Sayings of Master Xu Shengong of Xuzhing Chonghe) comprises two juan and was compiled by the Daoist Miao Xiyi of Tianqing Abbey. It records the Perfected's exposition of the Great Dao. According to this text, beyond the tears, saliva, jing (essence), fluids, qi, blood, and humors of the body there is a True Body, and beyond joy, anger, sorrow, pleasure, love, hatred, and desire there is a True Nature. The True Nature is perfectly still and free of thought, at rest and without deliberation.

The Daofa Xinchuan (Transmission of the Heart of the Dao Methods), which includes illustrations, was transmitted by Wang Jingyang. It sets out the essential unity of the subtle gateways of the Xiantian (Prior Heaven) and the Daoist methods.

The Leifa Yixuan Pian (Treatise on the Mysteries of the Thunder Methods) was written by Master Wan Zongshi of Yuanxu. It discusses the secret essentials of cultivating the mystery.

The Laozi Weizhi Lüe (Outline of the Subtle Meaning of the Laozi) traces the origins and development of the Dao and De (Virtue).

The Zhenxian Zhizhi Yulu (Recorded Sayings of the Perfected Immortal Zhizhi) comprises two juan.

Essential Sayings on Exhausting Nature and Fulfilling Life (Jinxing Zhiming Yaoyu), compiled by Xuanquanzi, the Daoist of Haitian Qiuyue (Sea-Sky Autumn Moon)

The Collection of Immortals' Essential Sayings (Qunxian Yaoyu Zuanji), in two juan, states that the sayings of the Five Patriarchs and Seven Perfected (Wuzu Qizhen), the revered founders and realized masters of Daoism, all expound the key principles of cultivating nature (xiuxing) and cultivating life (xiuming).

The Essential Collection of the Perfected Within the Body (Zhu Zhen Neidan Jiyao), in two juan, was compiled by the Daoist Huanchu Dong Hanchun. It includes the Song of the Great Dao by the Lady Cao, a recluse of Zhongzhou, and holds that this song fully reveals the mysterious workings of the Great Dao.

The Subtle Essentials of the Dragon and Tiger (Longhu Jingwei Lun) discusses Yin-Yang.

The Treatise on Reaching the Dao through Three Essentials (Sanyao Dadao Pian) addresses three vital openings: the ears, the eyes, and the mouth. If these are kept from leaking outward, the three treasures within the body, jing (essence), qi (vital energy), and shen (spirit), will naturally become stable.

The Treatise on Returning the Six Roots to the Dao (Liugen Guidao Lun) is bound together with the Subtle Essentials of the Dragon and Tiger and two other treatises as a single juan. It holds that when the mind is upright, outward conduct is upright as well. By nourishing tranquility, ceasing false thoughts, and attaining emptiness and stillness, one quiets the six roots (eye, ear, nose, tongue, body, and mind), and so can return to the Dao.

The Treatise on Returning the Six Roots to the Dao appears again, bound with the Subtle Essentials of the Dragon and Tiger and two other treatises as a single juan. It holds that when the mind is upright, outward conduct is upright as well. By nourishing tranquility, ceasing false thoughts, and attaining emptiness and stillness, one quiets the six roots (eye, ear, nose, tongue, body, and mind), and so can return to the Dao.

The "se" character group, in eight juan, is arranged under the first character of its titles, in the manner of the catalogue. Its first five juan, the Forest of Meanings (Yilin), were written by Dai Shulun, Governor of Fuzhou. Ma Zong, courtesy name Yuanfang, of Fufeng, compiled and expounded the teachings of the various masters of the philosophical schools, gathering them into a thousand juan, and also wrote a set of Discourses on the Rise and Fall of Ten Dynasties.

The Ten Discourses on Zhuang and Lie (Zhuang Lie Shilun) was written by Li Yuanzhuo, a professor at the Imperial Academy. The work discusses ten topics: Zhuangzi dreaming of being a butterfly; Cook Ding carving up an ox; hiding a boat in a mountain valley and a marsh; Yan Hui sitting in forgetfulness (zuowang); Ji Xian meeting Hu Zi; Xiang Wang seeking the mysterious pearl; Zhuangzi strolling by the Hao River bridge; the drunkard who fell from his cart; the ancient arts of the Dao; and the Hua Master who suffered from forgetfulness.

The Old Man of Lifeng's Collected Poems (Lifeng Laoren Ji), in one juan, is a collection of poetry.

The "chui" character group, in nine juan, is likewise arranged under its first character. The Secret Instructions for Prolonging Life in the Purple Court of the Seven Primes of the Northern Emperor (Beidi Qiyuan Ziting Yansheng Mijue) contains talismans (fu).

The work also includes the True Form Diagrams of the Seven Primes of the Northern Emperor. It is said that whoever wears these diagrams can gather abundant blessings and good fortune.

The Secret Inner Teachings on the Eight Gates and Retribution of Deng the Heavenly Lord (Deng Tianjun Xuanling Ba Men Baoying Neimi) contains diagrams. It is said that the Heavenly Lord (Tianjun), a revered deity of Daoism, descended by spirit-writing and personally wrote the Inner Meaning of the Mysterious Spirit Eight Gates. It records the secret method of reckoning the sixty-year cycle (Jiazi) on the palm. This material belongs to the art of Nine Palaces Dunjia, used to deduce the auspicious and inauspicious retribution of the days governed by each of the Eight Gates.

The Golden Talisman Scripture of the Nine Heavens' Holy Secret Transmission is said to be able to gather blessings and good fortune.

The Secret Inner Teachings on the Eight Gates and Retribution of Deng the Heavenly Lord appears again, and contains diagrams.

The Heavenly Lord's Brush Writing, Xuanling Bamen Neizhi Zhangshang Liushi Jiazi Mijue (Secret Formulas of the Sixty Jiazi on the Palm: Inner Doctrine of the Eight Gates of the Mysterious Numinous), sets out the methods of Nine Palaces Dunjia (the Concealed Stems), the Eight Gates (bamen), the daily stems and branches (ganzhi), and their divinatory verification.

Jiutian Shangsheng Michuan Jinfu Jing (Secret Transmission of the Golden Talisman Scripture of the Holy Ones of the Nine Heavens) contains talismans (fu) and also teaches methods for selecting auspicious days. It is bound together with Tianhuang Taiyi Shenlu Bihui Jing (Scripture of the Divine Statutes of Taiyi, Sovereign of Heaven, on Avoiding Pollution) in a single fascicle. The latter text gives the directions and locations of the auspicious spirits to be invoked when seeking good fortune and avoiding misfortune.

Shangqing Xiushen Yaoshi Jing (Essential Scripture on Cultivating the Person from the Shangqing Tradition) contains talismans. It includes methods for gathering the Three Hun (sanhun) souls, binding the Seven Po (qipo) souls, dispelling nightmares, calming the spirit to aid sleep, and observing ghosts and demons. The Three Hun and Seven Po are the Daoist account of the constitution of the human soul and spirit.

Zhengyi Fawen Zhenxiu Yaofang (Essentials for Cultivating Truth according to the Zhengyi Dharma Texts) includes a practice of absorbing the light of the sun and moon. Dongxuan Lingbao Zhenren Xingxiu Yi Nian Yi Suan Jing (Scripture on Adding Years and Lifespan through the Practice of the Perfected of the Dongxuan Lingbao Tradition) contains oral formulas from the Most High for regulating the body, along with the cultivation of Shouyi (guarding the One), which means concentrating the mind so that the spirit returns to unity.

Sandong Daoshi Jushan Xiulian Ke (Liturgy for Daoist Practitioners Cultivating in the Mountains of the Three Caverns) contains talismans and also describes various methods of fuqi (qi-ingestion), the Daoist practice of cultivating through regulated breathing and the circulation of qi. Zhengyi Tianshi Gao Zhao Sheng Koujue (Oral Formulas of the Zhengyi Celestial Master Given to Zhao Sheng) transmits the Five Sprouts Talismans (wuya zhenfu).

Xuanhezi Shi'er Yue Gua Jin Jue (Golden Formulas of the Twelve Monthly Hexagrams by Master Xuanhe) holds that on days devoted to quiet sitting practice, one should follow the qi of the twelve monthly hexagrams and, in accordance with the positions of the Tiangang (Heavenly Ridge), circulate the fire-talisman method.

The collection numbered by the character sheng comprises eleven fascicles. Yuyang Qihou Qinji (Intimate Essentials of Rain, Sunshine, and Climate) is illustrated and examines the signs and verifications of the Tiangang, Beidou (Northern Dipper), dragon qi, White Tiger qi, river qi, the thunder tablet, and the various kinds of thunder qi. Panbtian Jing (Scripture of the Coiled Heavens) records ancient secret methods for observing celestial phenomena.

Daofa Zongzhi Tu Yanyi (Expanded Commentary on the Diagrams of the Essentials of the Dao Methods) is in two fascicles and includes diagrams. Deng Nan of Tieya compiled it, Yizheng arranged the text and illustrations, and Zhang Xixian of Yangwu, styled Shiliang, elaborated on it.

Dongxuan Lingbao Wuganwen (Five Feelings Texts of the Dongxuan Lingbao) explains how Daoist practitioners observe the Liuzhai (Six Fasts), with all of its content drawn from the great scriptures of the Three Caverns. The Six Fasts are the fasting observances and liturgical practices of Daoist abstinence.

Lingshu Zhouhou Chao (Notes Behind the Elbow of the Numinous Scriptures) contains the Yubu (Steps of Yu), a ritual gait performed in specific patterns, which is one of the bugang (star-treading) techniques.

Xuantan Kanwu Lun (Treatise Correcting Errors in the Mysterious Altars), compiled by Master Awakened-to-the-Subtle (Wuwei Zi) Zhang Ruohai, is divided into twelve categories. It identifies errors in altar rites and discusses the ceremonies and norms of ascending the altar, entering the jing (retreat), preaching the precepts, conferring offices, and transforming others within the Daoist community.

The Wuyue Zhenxing Xu Lun (Preface and Discussion on the True Forms of the Five Sacred Peaks) is attributed to Dongfang Shuo. The Gaoshang Shenxiao Zongshi Shou Jing Shi (Ritual for Receiving Scriptures from the Shenxiao Masters) records the rite by which a Shenxiao master receives scriptures. It specifies the ceremonial items to be worn, including the crown and cap, the formal robe, vermilion shoes, the jade gui tablet, jade pendants, and feathered robes. The Taishang Dongshen Sanhuang Chuanshou Yi (Ritual for Transmitting the Sanhuang Scriptures and Methods) describes the transmission of the Sanhuang (Three Sovereigns) scripture methods, followed by rites for opening the zhenguan lu (registers of true officials). The Taishang Dongshen Xingdao Shoudu Yi (Ritual of Walking the Way and Conferring Ordination) records the rites of practicing the Dao and conferring ordination (du), and it also sets out the procedures for reporting merit.

The sheng-character division (sheng zi hao) comprises nine juan (scrolls). The Yisheng Baode Zhuan (Biography of the Sage Who Protects Virtue) runs to three juan and includes the preface Yisheng Yinggan Chuqing Baode Zhuan Xu, written by Emperor Renzong of the Song dynasty. The Lushan Taiping Gong Caifang Zhenjun Shiji (Deeds of the Perfected Lord Caifang of the Taiping Palace on Mount Lu) fills six juan. It recounts the deeds of the Perfected Lord Caifang of the Taiping Palace on Mount Lu and also gathers records of imperial honorifics conferred across successive dynasties, biographies, and stele inscriptions.

The jie-character division (jie zi hao) comprises ten juan. The Taishang Zhengyi Fawen Jing Fangguo Jiao Hai Pin (Chapter on the Great Zhaijiao (purification ritual) for Defending the Nation and Offering to the Sea, from the Scripture of the Zhengyi (Orthodox Unity) Law Texts) records the establishment of a large-scale zhaijiao to protect the state and make offerings to the sea. Its offerings and ritual implements include benming wen zeng (silk patterned according to a person's birth-year), the jade fangzhen (protective weights), protective gold coins, silk, gauze, incense, lamps, and divine seats. These are arranged according to the rite and used to report to the Perfected deities of the grotto-heavens. The Yuanchen Zhang Jiao Licheng Yi (Established Ritual for Yuanchen Memorials and Zhaijiao) fills two juan and includes fulu (talismans and registers), altar diagrams, and ritual regulations for the fazhang (ritual memorials) and tokens. The Liushi Jiazi Benming Yuanchen Li (Calendar of the Benming Yuanchen for the Sixty Jiazi Cycle) lists the surnames and personal names corresponding to each of the sixty jiazi (cycle years). The Taishang Dongshen Dongyuan Shenzhou Zhiping Kouzhang (Oral Charm for Curing Illness from the Divine Incantation of the Dongyuan Cavern, Taishang Dongshen) is a numinous charm used for healing. The Shangqing Jing Mijue (Secret Methods of the Shangqing Scriptures) explains the practice of visualizing deities and contemplating perfected beings. The Lingbao Liandu Wuxian Anling Zhenshen Huangzeng Zhangfa (Methods for Refining and Ordaining the Five Immortals of the Lingbao Scriptures, Pacifying the Spirits, and Presenting Yellow Silk Memorials) describes the methods of refinement, pacification, and memorial presentation. The Taiwei Jiedai Zhenwen Fa (Method of the True Script for Binding the Girdle of the Taiwei) is bound together with the three Shangqing scriptures as a single juan. The Shangqing Huangshu Guodu Yi (Ritual of Passing the Yellow Book of the Shangqing) records the rite of passing the Yellow Book, with diagrams and liturgical instructions attached. The Taishang Dongxuan Lingbao Erbu Chuanshou Yi (Ritual for Transmitting the Two Lingbao Divisions of the Dongxuan Scriptures) is a Zhengyi liturgical text recording the transmission of two divisions of scriptural methods. The Dongxuan Lingbao Bajie Zhai Su Qi Yi (Ritual of Vigil and Invocation for the Eight-Festival Dongxuan Lingbao Fast) belongs to the Zhengyi altar tradition. It records the rites of ascending the altar, along with the lodging and invocation rites observed during the Eight-Festival Fast. The Dongxuan Lingbao She Zhao Beifeng Guimo Chishu Yujue (Jade Secrets of the Red Writ for Summoning the Demons of Beifeng) explains how to summon the demons of Beifeng using the Red Writ Jade Secrets. The Red Writ is a set of one pi (bundle), regarded as an essential key for students of the Dao. Finally, the Bajie Zhai Su Qi Yi (Ritual of Vigil and Invocation for the Eight-Festival Fast) records the altar-ascending rite of the Zhengyi altar tradition.

Dongxuan Lingbao She Zhao Bei Feng Gui Mo Chi Shu Yu Jue (Jade Instructions from the Red Book for Summoning Demons of the Northern Fengdu)

The Chi Shu (Red Book) is a set of works and an important classic for those who study the Dao.

The na series comprises nine juan. It includes Si Sheng Zhenjun Lingqian (Divination Slips of the Four Holy Perfected Lords), which contains forty-nine slips, among them maxims through which divine beings descend to instruct and exhort the world. Xuanzhen Lingying Baoqian (Precious Divination Slips of the Mysterious Perfected) has three juan and ninety-nine slips. Tai Ci Hao Sheng Jiu Tian Wei Fang Sheng Mu Yuanjun Lingying Baoqian (Precious Divination Slips of the Perfected Lady Sheng Mu, Who Guards the Chambers of the Nine Heavens and Cherishes Life) contains ninety-nine slips. Hong En Lingji Zhenjun Qian (Slips of the Perfected Lord of Great Grace and Numinous Aid) contains sixty-four slips. Lingji Zhusheng Tang Lingqian (Divination Slips of the Hall of Lingji for Bestowing Life) is now missing. Futian Guangsheng Ruyi Lingqian (Wish-Fulfilling Divination Slips of the Great Sage Who Supports Heaven) contains over one hundred and twenty slips. Huguo Jiaji Jiangdong Wang Lingqian (Divination Slips of the Prince of Jiangdong Who Protects the Nation and Aids the Realm) contains one hundred slips.

The bi series comprises eight juan. Its principal work, Ge Xianweng Zhouhou Beiji Fang (Ge Xianweng's Handbook of Emergency Prescriptions Kept at the Elbow), has three juan of prescriptions totaling one hundred and one formulas. The upper juan gives thirty-five formulas for internal illnesses. The middle juan gives thirty-five for exogenous contraction, recurrent attacks, and disorders of the heart. The lower juan gives thirty-one for diseases caused by harm from external things.

The bian series comprises ten juan. Haiqiong Bai Zhenren Yulu (Recorded Sayings of the Perfected Bai Haiqiong) has four juan, compiled by the Daoist Xie Xiandao of Zihu, and discusses the subtleties of the Dao's methods. Haiqiong Wendao Ji (Collection of Haiqiong's Answers on the Dao) contains songs and rhapsodies, along with essays such as Xuanguan Xian Mi Lun (On Revealing the Secret of the Mysterious Gate), Yin Shan Wen (Text of the Hidden Mountain), and Chan Guang Ji Guo Ji (Record of the Quiet Land of Meditative Light). These elucidate the profound mysteries of cultivating nature and life. Haiqiong Chuandao Ji (Collection for Transmitting the Dao of Haiqiong) includes diagrams of the golden moon, the spirit chamber, and the medicinal materials.

The bian series is repeated in the original text, and the entries are reproduced here as they appear. Haiqiong Bai Zhenren Yulu and Haiqiong Wendao Ji are listed again with the same descriptions.

The zhuan series comprises five juan. Xian Quan Ji (Collected Writings of Xian Quan) has five juan and was written by Zhang Yuchu, the Perfected of Non-Action of Qi Mountain.

The Yanquan Collection (Yanquan ji) is a collection of poetry and prose in seven fascicles, compiled by the Perfected Wuwei (Wuwei Zhenren), Zhang Yuchu. Its essays address Chongdao (the Way of Emptiness), Shenben (Attending to the Root), Taiji (Supreme Ultimate), Hetu (the River Chart), and Yuanxing (On the Origin of Nature). Their doctrine is profound, their analysis meticulous, and their discussion broad in scope. They also treat cosmic creation and transformation, mountains and rivers, human affairs, and ritual and institutional systems thoroughly.

The collection also includes zhai ci (ritual petitions), poems, and rhapsodies (fu). The poetry is deep and far-reaching, the prose rich, elegant, graceful, and clear, and the whole is fresh and natural with a spontaneous charm. It may be said to excel in both verse and prose.

The Taishang Dadao Yuqing Jing (Scripture of the Great Dao of the Supreme Lord, Jade Clarity) is divided into ten fascicles and contains chapters such as "Origins" (Benqi Pin), "Worlds" (Shijie Pin), and "Precepts of Compassion." Its language is elegant and clear, and its style natural.

The same scripture, listed separately, also comprises ten fascicles. Its chapters include "Origins," "Worlds," "Preface to the Precepts of Compassion," "Liturgy of Precepts," "Compassion and Expedient Means," "Universal Salvation of the Netherworld," "Three Origins," "Eight Solstices and Equinoxes," "Fasting," "Manifest Numinosity," "Extinguishing Demons," "Transforming the Four Barbarians," "Secluded Dwelling," and "Seal Methods." Its content comprehensively penetrates the subtle Way of the Mahayana.

The Dongshen Gaoshang Yudi Da Dong Ci Yi Yujian Wulao Baojing (Precious Scripture of the Five Elders and the Jade Register of the Great Cavern Ci Yi, Supreme Jade Emperor of the Cavern Spirit Division) is one fascicle with fulu (talismans and registers) attached. The scripture states that reciting the Great Cavern Ci Yi True Scripture guides body and mind, nourishes shen (spirit) and qi (vital energy), opens the spiritual source, protects the Zifang (Purple Chamber, an important internal region in Daoist inner cultivation), purifies the Niwan (Muddy Ball, an important site in the head in internal practice), gathers and nourishes Taiyi (the Great One), opens and regulates the Three Passes, guards the Seven Turnings, and brings the yuanshen (primordial spirit) into harmony. After ten thousand recitations, one's name may be entered among the ranks of the Superior Immortals.

The Dongzhen Taishang Suling Dongyuan Dayou Miaojing (Wondrous Scripture of the Great Possession of the Supreme Suling Cavern Origin, True Cavern of the Supreme Lord) is one fascicle with fulu attached. The scripture expounds the repositories of the Sandong (Three Caverns, the three divisions of the Daoist canon), and it is the source that governs the myriad perfected. It is secreted in the Great Possession Palace above the nine heavens, placed in golden terraces, jade chambers, and the Suling Chamber, its characters inscribed on jade tablets, and its chapters symbolized by golden towers and jade halls. The scripture further says that it fuses and transforms the Three Caverns, gives birth to the Upper Primordial, and governs the heaven of the ten extinctions and empty births. It regulates the myriad qi, so no hidden or profound place remains beyond its illumination.

The Dongzhen Shangqing Qingyao Zishu Jingen Zhong Jing (Dongzhen Shangqing Blue Essentials, Purple Writings, and the Roots of the Multitude of Scriptures) is in two fascicles, with fulu attached. The scripture states that the marvelous secrets of the Purple Writings are the essentials of all the scriptures, and that they are also the hidden writings of the eight directions, secreted above the nine heavens.

One chapter of the Dongzhen Shangqing Taiwei Dijun Bu Tian Gang Chan (Commentary on the Outline of Pacing the Heavens of the Emperor Lord of the Grand Tenuity), in one fascicle.

The Dongzhen Shangqing Qingyao Zishu Jin'gen Zhong Jing (Collection of Golden Root Scriptures from the Purple Writings of the Essential Qingyao of Supreme Clarity, Dongzhen) is in two fascicles and includes talismans (fulu). The text states that the Wondrous Secret Formulas of the Purple Writings are the most important esoteric methods among the scriptures, and that they are the writings above the Nine Heavens and the hidden script of the Eight Directions.

The Dongzhen Shangqing Taiwei Dijun Bu Tian Gang Fei Di Ji Jin Jian Yu Zi Shang Jing (Upper Scripture of the Golden Tablets and Jade Characters from the Outline of Pacing the Heavens of the Emperor Lord of the Grand Tenuity, Flying the Earth Record) is one fascicle with talismans. It contains methods for arranging the Gang steps (gang bu) and for flying through the lunar lodges (fei dou). The Gang steps and the flying of the Dipper are Daoist ritual and cultivation practices of walking in accordance with the positions of the stars in the heavens.

The Dongzhen Shangqing Kaitian San Tu Qixing Yi Du Jing (Scripture of the Three Diagrams of Opening Heaven and the Shifting Measures of the Seven Stars) is in two fascicles with talismans. It contains supreme methods for transferring life and death and for preserving the perfected immortals.

The Dongzhen Taishang Sanyuan Liuzhu Jing (Scripture of the Flowing Pearls of the Supreme Lord of the Three Primes) is one fascicle with talismans. It contains oral formulas transmitted by the Shangqing Perfected Feng.

The Dongzhen Xiwangmu Baoshen Qiju Jing (Scripture of the Precious Spirits' Daily Routine of the Queen Mother of the West) is one fascicle with talismans.

The above are the works of the tong (meaning "penetrating") series, eleven fascicles in total.

The Dongzhen Taishang Basu Zhenjing Jingyao Sanjing Miaojing (Wondrous Scripture of the Three Radiances, Essentials of the Supreme Lord's True Scripture of the Eight Pure Essences) is one fascicle that teaches methods of ingesting the nine stars of the Northern Dipper and the five stars of the five directions. Here "ingesting" (fu) refers to practices of visualization or cultivation that correspond to the stars, and does not simply mean swallowing substances.

The Dongzhen Xiwangmu Baoshen Qiju Jing (Scripture of the Precious Spirits' Daily Routine of the Queen Mother of the West) is one fascicle with talismans.

The above are the works of the tong series, eleven fascicles in total.

The Dongzhen Taishang Basu Zhenjing Jingyao Sanjing Miaojing (Wondrous Scripture of the Three Radiances, Essentials of the Supreme Lord's True Scripture of the Eight Pure Essences) is one fascicle that teaches methods of ingesting the nine stars of the Northern Dipper and the five stars of the five directions.

The Dongzhen Taishang Basu Zhenjing Xiuxi Gongye Miaojue (Wondrous Formulas for Practicing the Merits of the Supreme Lord's True Scripture of the Eight Pure Essences) is one fascicle containing methods for guarding the spirit, reverence, upholding precepts, and cultivation.

The Dongzhen Taishang Basu Zhenjing San Wu Xinghua Miaojue (Wondrous Formulas for the Transformations of the Three and Five Phases in the Supreme Lord's True Scripture of the Eight Pure Essences) is one fascicle that teaches methods of visualization and refining the spirit. Visualization (cunxiang) means cultivating through focused contemplative imagery. Refining the spirit (lianshen) means nourishing the mind-spirit and bringing it to stillness.

The Dongzhen Taishang Basu Zhenjing Fushi Riyue Huanghua Jue (Formulas for Ingesting the Radiant Flowers of Sun and Moon in the Supreme Lord's True Scripture of the Eight Pure Essences) is one fascicle with talismans. It teaches methods of ingesting the essence of the sun and moon and ascending to the Two Radiances (erjing), which refers to the sun and the moon.

The Dongzhen Taishang Basu Zhenjing Dengtan Fuzha Miaojue (Wondrous Formulas for Ascending the Altar with Talismanic Tablets in the Supreme Lord's True Scripture of the Eight Pure Essences) is one fascicle with diagrams. It teaches the use of talismanic tablets when ascending the altar, along with the wondrous method of silent circulation.

The Dongzhen Taishang Basu Zhenjing Zhanhou Ruding Miaojue (Wondrous Formulas for Divination and Entering Samadhi in the Supreme Lord's True Scripture of the Eight Pure Essences) is one fascicle that teaches methods of divination and observation and of entering samadhi (ruding).

The Dongzhen Shangqing Longfei Jiu Dao Chisu Yinjue (Hidden Formulas of the Nine Paths of the Flying Dragon, Ruler's Ten-Foot Writings of Shangqing Dongzhen) is one fascicle with talismans. It contains hidden material such as the jade talismans of the Flying Dragon with white plumes and black wings.

The Dongzhen Taishang Sanyuan Suyu Yujing Zhenjue (True Formulas of the Jade Essence and the Plain Words of the Supreme Lord of the Three Primes) is one fascicle with talismans.

These formulas are said to regulate life and prolong it, and to open the lingguan (spiritual gates, the subtle passages recognized in cultivation practice). They also include talismanic diagrams (futu), incantations, and methods of practice, along with a secret method written on a narrow strip of silk or paper (chisu), in one scroll, accompanied by talismans and registers (fulu). Its contents include the "White Feathers," the "Black Plumes" (symbols akin to feathers), and the "Flying Dragon Jade Talisman," among other transmitted secrets.

Dongzhen Taishang Sanyuan Suyu Yujing Zhenjue (Dongzhen Most High Three Primordials Jade Essence True Formulas), one scroll, with talismans.

These formulas are said to regulate life, prolong it, and open the lingguan, and they also include talismanic diagrams, incantations, and methods of practice.

Dongzhen Taishang Badao Mingji Jing (Dongzhen Most High Scripture of the Eight Ways of the Life Register), two scrolls, upper and lower. It is also known as Badao Mingji, Bajian, Bada, and Bajie. It is said to be sealed within the Purple Mansion of the Spirit Capital (Lingdu Zifu), the celestial abode of the immortals, in the innermost chambers of Yaofang and Qumi.

Taishang Jiuchi Banfu Wudi Neizhen Jing (Most High Scripture of the Nine Red Marks and the Inner Perfected Text of the Five Emperors), one scroll, with talismans. Any aspirant to immortality, whether traveling through mountains, rivers, and marshes or dwelling in deep seclusion, should wear this numinous text. The scripture says that one who wears it will be guarded by a host of spirits, and that one who does not will be exposed to mountain spirits and demonic fiends, who will seize the opportunity to test and disrupt the practice, bringing about all manner of calamity and ultimately preventing one from attaining immortality. The Water Emperor records these transgressions and reports them to the Lord Emperor.

The Guang category comprises ten scrolls in total.

Dongzhen Taiyi Dijun Da Dan Yin Shu Dongzhen Xuan Jing (Dongzhen Hidden Writings of the Great Elixir of the Supreme Unity Lord, the Profound Scripture of the Dongzhen), one scroll, with talismans. This scripture belongs to the Dadong (Great Cavern) method. Practitioners worship and recite it, and secretly invoke the names of the gods. If the mind is concentrated and visualization deep, a response is said to follow immediately.

Dongzhen Shangqing Shenzhou Qizhuan Qibian Wutian Jing (Dongzhen Shangqing Divine Continent Scripture of Seven Transformations and Seven Changes for Dancing the Heavens), one scroll, with talismans. It contains methods of flying spirits, silent visualization, and summoning the multitude of gods. This scripture also belongs to the Dadong method. Practitioners worship, recite, and secretly invoke divine names, and with focused visualization, a response is said to follow immediately.

Dongzhen Taishang Zidu Yanguang Shenyuan Bian Jing (Dongzhen Most High Scripture of the Purple Measure, Blazing Light, and Transformations of the Divine Origin), one scroll, with talismans.

Dongzhen Taishang Shenhu Yujing (Dongzhen Most High Jade Scripture of the Divine Tiger), with talismans.

Dongzhen Taishang Shenhu Yinwen (Dongzhen Most High Hidden Text of the Divine Tiger), bound together with the Shenhu Yujing in one scroll.

The Dongzhen Taishang Ziwen Danzhang (Cinnabar Chapters of the Purple Writ of the Most High, Dongzhen being the Three Caverns) contains fulu (talismans and registers), and its alternate title is Hidden Writings in Green Characters of the Jade Clarity of the Nine Heavens. The Dongzhen Taishang Jinpian Hufu Zhenwen Jing (Scripture of the True Writs of the Tiger Tally from the Golden Chapters of the Most High) also contains talismans and shares a fascicle with the Ziwen Danzhang. The Dongzhen Taiwei Jinhu Zhenfu (True Tiger Talismans of the Great Subtlety), in one fascicle, contains talismans. The Shenxu Fu, Huoluo Fu, and other talismans recorded in the text may be worn on the body, and it is said they repel demons and evil forces and aid one in cultivating the Dao. The Dongzhen Taishang Taisu Yulu (Jade Registers of the Most High Primordial Simplicity) also contains talismans.

The Dongzhen Bajing Yujin Hufu Zhenfu (True Tiger Talismans of the Jade and Gold of the Eight Luminous Realms), in one fascicle, contains talismans. Among them, the Shenxu Fu and Huoluo Fu may be worn, and it is said they repel demons and evil forces and aid the cultivation of the Dao. The Taisu Yulu, cited above, also contains talismans.

The Dongzhen Bajing Yulu Tuyin Fu (Concealed Talismans and Diagrams of the Jade Registers of the Eight Luminous Realms) contains talismans, shares a fascicle with the Taisu Yulu, and was compiled by Shangxiang Qingtong Jun (Lord Azure Youth, Chief Minister). The Dongzhen Taishang Cangyuan Shanglu (Supreme Registers of the Most High Azure Origin) also contains talismans.

This register is also known by the alternate titles Taiqing Neiwen (Inner Writings of Supreme Clarity), Yujing Baozhang (Precious Chapters of the Jade Mirror), Jintu Qiongzi (Jade Characters of the Golden Diagram), Poyan Dongfu (Talismans of the Breaking-Submersion Cavern), Xuanlan Baolu (Precious Register for Profound Contemplation), Niaoshan Jing (Scripture of Bird Mountain), and Jinsheng Jianwen (Simple Writings of Golden Birth).

The Dongzhen Taishang Shanghuang Minji Dingzhen Yulu (True Jade Register of Fixed Realization, the Registry of Subjects of the Supreme Sovereign) shares a fascicle with the Cangyuan Shanglu. The "Dingzhen Yulu" is writing that arose naturally, and it is said that wearing it brings peace to the mind and spirit, increases one's Daoist nature, and keeps demons and evil forces from intruding.

The Dongzhen Taishang Zishu Lu Zhuan (Transmitted Registers of the Purple Writ of the Most High) is in one fascicle.

These are the register texts that the Venerable Elder of the Most High wore and transmitted to Master Wenshi. Their alternate title is Secret Safeguards of the Five Concealments, Six Subtleties, and Three and Nine Zhengyi (Orthodox Unity).

The Dongzhen Huangshu (Yellow Writ), in one fascicle, contains talismans. The text includes the "Dadu Huangshu" (Yellow Writ of Great Passage), which records the Eight Qi (the vital energies corresponding to the twenty-four solar terms) and the names of twenty-four divine persons.

The works in the "Nei" (inner) series comprise ten fascicles in total.

The Dongzhen Taishang Shuo Zhihui Xiaomo Zhenjing (Perfect Scripture on Wisdom That Dispels Demons, as Spoken by the Most High), fascicles one through five, contains talismans. The section "Zhenyao Xuanying Gaoling Pin" (Chapter on the Dark Flower Medicine of Lofty Spirit) in this scripture is said to drive away evil spirits, heal illnesses, expel goblins, eliminate calamities, disperse the ghostly qi of the Six Heavens, and halt the intrusion of a hundred demons. It is held that those beset by such afflictions are suited to recite this scripture.

The Dongzhen Taishang Daojun Yuandan Shangjing (Upper Scripture on the Primal Elixir of the Most High Dao Lord), in one fascicle, contains talismans. This scripture belongs to the "Upper Section of the Lingsu" (Numinous Plain Writings). The supreme Dao it expounds is so profound and mysterious that not even Middle Immortals could hear it.

The Dongzhen Jinfang Duming Lüzi Huinian Sanhua Baoyao Neizhen Shangjing (Upper Scripture of the Inner Truth of the Precious Radiance of the Three Blossoms, Green Characters on the Golden Chamber for Prolonging Life) is the supreme jade chapter and the marvelous writing of the Great Emperor. It describes the forms and channels within the human body and its passes. Reciting it one hundred times is said to bring about inner transformation and produce the embryonic immortal (taixian, the immortal body formed through accomplished cultivation).

The Dongzhen Taishang Shangqing Neijing (Inner Scripture of the Supreme Clarity of the Cavern of True Perfection) is a single scroll containing talismans and registers. It is a precious text of the Supreme Lord of the Three Primes (Taishang Sanyuanjun), a revered deity of Daoism.

The Dongzhen Taishang Danjing Daojing (Scripture on the Dao of the Cinnabar Radiance of the Supreme Lord) is a single scroll that discusses principles of the Dao.

The Dongzhen Taishang Qingya Shisheng Jing (Scripture of the Initial Emergence of the Blue Sprout) contains the Wuseng Baotu, a precious diagram of the five modes of life generation (a diagram explaining the principles by which five kinds of life arise during cultivation).

The Dongzhen Santian Mihui (Secret Taboos of the Three Heavens) is bound together with the Qingya Shisheng Jing in a single scroll.

The Dongzhen Taishang Feixing Yujing Jiuzhen Shengxuan Shangji (Upper Record of the Nine Perfected Ones, the Feixing Yujing, Ascending to the Mysterious) is a single scroll explaining the esoteric language used to cultivate the Mysterious and attain perfection.

The zuǒ character group, totaling nine scrolls, is complete.

The Dongzhen Taishang Taixiao Langshu (Taixiao Langshu of the Supreme Lord of the Cavern of True Perfection) comprises ten scrolls and was written by Lady Ziwei.

Its contents include the jade chapters needed for practice on the three vehicles, essential instructions on wisdom, rules of conduct between teacher and disciple, essentials of fasting, prohibitions on study, miscellaneous discussions of practice, the methods of the Great Vehicle, and the protocols for movement while walking the Dao. All of these treat the levels and sequence of cultivation.

The da character group, totaling ten scrolls, is complete.

The Shangqing Daobao Jing (Scripture of the Treasure of the Dao of Highest Clarity) comprises five scrolls. It describes how the heavens arise from the celestial grades, how the three luminaries and the celestial deities are born, and the origins and history of these heavenly sovereigns.

The Shangqing Taishang Kaitian Longqiao Jing (Scripture of the Supreme Dragon Stride That Opened the Heavens of Highest Clarity) comprises five scrolls. It records the Yellow Emperor's inquiries to Lord Ning about the transformations of the heavenly and earthly spirits, the movement of climate, and the pivots by which heaven and earth turn.

The cheng character group, totaling eleven scrolls, is complete.

The Shangqing Taishang Yuqing Yinshu Mie Mo Shenhui Gaoxuan Zhenjing (Profound Perfected Scripture of the Supreme Clarity, the Hidden Writing of Jade Clarity That Extinguishes Demons and Grants Divine Wisdom) is a single scroll containing talismans. It also records practices such as visualizing the myriad spirits and the flying radiances.

The Shangqing Gaoshang Mie Mo Yudi Shenhui Yuqing Yinshu (Hidden Writing of Jade Clarity of the Jade Emperor of Highest Heaven That Extinguishes Demons and Grants Divine Wisdom) is a single scroll with illustrations. The book contains the engraved hidden inscriptions of Gaoshang Yuqing, the inner text, and methods for subduing ghosts and demons.

The Shangqing Gaoshang Mie Mo Dongjing Jinyuan Yuqing Yinshu (Hidden Writing of Jade Clarity of the Golden Origin of the Cavern Scenery That Extinguishes Demons, of Highest Clarity) is a single scroll with illustrations.

Shangqing Gaoshang Miemo Dongjing Jinyuan Yuqing Yinshu (The Hidden Writ of the Jade Clarity, the Golden Origin Chapter of the Supreme Shangqing Cavern-Scenery for Extinguishing Demons), in one fascicle, is a numinous chapter recording supreme esoteric methods. The scripture says it is stored in the Palace of the Jingyun (Jingyun Que, "Radiant Cloud Gate") and the Chamber of the Qiongxia (Qiongxia Fang, "Jade Mist Chamber"), sealed in a cinnabar-stamen casket and secretly kept in a cloud-brocade bag. Only those whose names are listed in the register of True Immortals and entered in the Jade Register of the Imperial Chart (Dit Yulu) are qualified to hear it.

Shangqing Gaoshang Jinyuan Yuzhang Yuqing Yinshu (The Hidden Writ of the Jade Clarity, the Golden Origin Feather Chapter of the Supreme Shangqing) contains the hidden names (yinhui) of the Five Emperors and the Great Demons, that is, the secret appellations of the related deities. Shangqing Danjing Daojing Di Ba Shu Jing (Scripture of the Eight Arts of the Earthly Essence of the Dao from the Cinnabar Radiance of Shangqing) is divided into two fascicles and includes talismans (fulu). Shangqing Jiutian Shangdi Baishen Neiming Jing (Scripture of the Inner Names of the Hundred Spirits of the Nine-Heaven Supreme Emperor of Shangqing) records the inner names (yinhui, or secret appellations) of the hundred spirits. Shangqing Qiling Xuanji Jing (Scripture of the Mysterious Records of the Seven Numinous Ones of Shangqing) is bound together with it as one fascicle.

Shangqing Taishang Huiyuan Yindao Chu Zui Ji Jing (Scripture of the Supreme Shangqing Hidden Way of Returning to the Origin and Erasing Registers of Offense), in one fascicle, contains the Inner Contemplation Method of the Hidden Origin of the Most High (Taishang Yinyuan Neiguan Fa). This method is practiced on particular days in the calendar, such as the Jiazi days and the Dingding days (Liu Jia and Liu Ding), and it has corresponding oral formulas (jue fa). Daoist arts of divination and calculation often mark the sexagenary cycle (ganzhi) by the Six Jia and Six Ding, and these markings are used for selecting auspicious days and performing rites.

Shangqing Taiji Zhenren Zhuan Suoshi Xingyao Jing (Scripture of the Secret Essentials Practiced and Compiled by the Perfected of the Supreme Ultimate of Shangqing), in one fascicle, contains cultivation methods such as massage (anmo) and breath regulation (tuna). Shangqing Neizhen Zhihui Guan Shen Da Jie Wen (Text of the Great Precepts for Observing the Body with the Wisdom of the Inner Perfected of Shangqing), in one fascicle, records important precepts closely related to the cultivation of body and mind. Shangqing Yuanshi Pulu Taizhen Yujue (Jade Formulas of the Great Perfection from the Catalogue of the Primordial Beginning of Shangqing), in one fascicle, includes talismans and discusses categories such as the Three Evils (sanwu).

The above texts make up the "Ming" category (ming zi hao), totaling ten fascicles.

Shangqing Tianguan Santu Jing (Scripture of the Three Charts of the Celestial Gate of Shangqing), in one fascicle, includes illustrations. The text contains the Hidden Formulas of the Great Empyrean (Taixiao Yinjue), together with methods for practicing the Way of Moving and Measuring the Seven Stars (Qixing Yidu). It also records secret techniques for summoning the mysterious essences, quieting the mind and exploring the hidden, and seeking longevity.

Shangqing Hetu Neixuan Jing (Scripture of the Inner Mystery of the River Chart of Shangqing) is divided into two fascicles and includes illustrations. The scripture contains the Hidden Names of the Supreme Unity (Taiyi Miheng), the Precious Register of the Nine Emperors (Jiuhuang Baolu), and various secret materials such as talisman charts and cloud writs.

Shangqing Huishen Feixiao Dengkong Zhao Wuxing Shang Fa Jing (Scripture of the Supreme Method of Returning the Spirit, Soaring Through the Empyrean, and Summoning the Five Stars of Shangqing) contains methods for condensing emptiness into flying radiance (ning kong fei jing) and for visualizing the spirit (cun shen). Cun shen is a form of cultivation in which one contemplates and holds in mind the gods or their spirit-breath through mental visualization.

Shangqing Huaxing Yinjing Dengsheng Baoxian Shang Jing (Upper Scripture on Transforming the Form, Concealing the Image, Ascending, and Preserving the Immortals) is contained in the same fascicle as the Wuxing Shang Fa Jing, and it teaches the inner cultivation method of "concealing the image" (yinjing). It is to be practiced on each of the Eight Junctures (the eight major solar terms) and during the assembly of the Eight Emperors. It is said that when the spirits converge at these times, the Primordial Qi (the original vital energy of life) arises spontaneously.

Shangqing Huiyao Feiguang Riyue Jinghua Shang Jing (Upper Scripture of Shangqing on Returning the Radiance, Flying Light, and the Essence of Sun and Moon) describes methods for hiding the flying light, nourishing jing (essence) and qi (vital energy), and ingesting the refined essences.

Shangqing Suling Shang Pian (Upper Section of the Shangqing Pure Numinous Text) is contained in the same fascicle as the Riyue Jinghua Shang Jing.

Shangqing Gaoshang Yuchen Fengfang Qusu Shang Jing (Upper Scripture of Shangqing on the Phoenix Guardian and the Pure Melodies of the Jade Dawn of the Highest Sublimity) is one fascicle and includes talisman diagrams. The text contains the Phoenix Script of the Nine Heavens and the Melodies of Sorrow and Joy. The contents concerning the "Mysterious Hill of the Great Perfected" and similar matters are all related to the "Nine Heavens." (The wording of the original passage here is difficult to punctuate.)

Shangqing Gaoshang Yuchen Fengfang Qusu Shang Jing (Upper Scripture of Shangqing on the Phoenix Guardian and the Pure Melodies of the Jade Dawn of the Highest Sublimity) is one fascicle with talisman diagrams. The Phoenix Script of the Nine Heavens, the Melodies of Sorrow and Joy, and the Mysterious Hill of the Great Perfected discussed in it are all condensed from the natural qi of the Nine Heavens.

Shangqing Waiguo Fang Pin Qingtong Neiwen (Inner Text of the Azure Youth on the Outer Kingdoms and the Releasing of Ranks) is in two fascicles, upper and lower, and includes talismans. Its contents include the Gaoshang Ruguo Yinyuan Neiwen (Inner Text on Entering the Hidden Origin of the Highest Kingdom), the inscriptions of the Six Kingdoms' ranks, and talismans of the inner sounds of the Thirty-Six Heavens of the Highest Nine Mysteries.

Shangqing Zhuzhen Ren Shou Jing Shi Song Jin Zhang (Golden Chapters Recited at the Time the Various Perfected Transmitted the Scriptures) is one fascicle containing twelve golden chapters. These chapters are the secret names of the myriad numinous beings and the hidden names of their palaces and halls.

Shangqing Wushang Jin Yuan Yuqing Jin Zhen Feiyuan Buxu Yu Zhang (Jade Chapters of the Stepping of the Void, of the Flying Origin of the Golden Truth of the Jade Clarity, and of the Unsurpassed Golden Origin) is one fascicle.

The scriptures listed above total ten fascicles.

Shangqing Taishang Dijun Jiu Zhen Zhong Jing (Central Scripture of the Nine Perfected of the Supreme Sovereign Lord of Shangqing) is in two fascicles, upper and lower, and was transmitted by the Perfected of the Great Void and the Immortal Chisongzi of Nanyue.

Shangqing Taishang Jiu Zhen Zhong Jing Jiang Sheng Shen Dan Jue (Formula for the Descent of Spirit and the Divine Elixir from the Central Scripture of the Nine Perfected of Shangqing) is one fascicle and teaches the method of cun shen ning su (visualizing the spirits and condensing the pure essence).

Shangqing Jin Zhen Yu Zhang Ba Jing Fei Jing (Flying Scripture of the Eight Radiances from the Golden Truth and Jade Chapters of Shangqing) is one fascicle with talismans and was transmitted by the Supreme Minister Qingtong Jun. It contains the Jin Zhen Yu Guang Taishang Yin Shu (Hidden Book of the Supreme Jade Light of the Golden Truth). Those who practice and recite its scriptures and incantations may wear the talismans it contains that summon numinous beings and subdue demons. It is said that once worn, auspicious omens will arrive one after another, with great efficacy.

Shangqing Yudi Qi Sheng Xuan Ji Huitian Jiuxiao Jing (Scripture of the Seven Sages' Mysterious Record of the Jade Emperor, Returning Heaven in the Nine Empyreans of Shangqing) is one fascicle with talismans. This scripture is said to have been composed by the Seven Sages. It is a numinous text assembled from the chapters of the Upper Mystery, bound into the Jade Section, and used to proclaim the teachings of the Highest Sublimity. The book contains talismans for summoning numinous beings and subduing demons. It is said that once worn, auspicious omens will arrive one after another, with great efficacy.

Shangqing Yudi Qisheng Xuanji Huitian Jiuxiao Jing (Scripture of the Seven Sages' Mysterious Records of the Jade Emperor of Highest Clarity for Turning Heaven and the Nine Empyreans) [one fascicle, with talismans (Fulu)]

This scripture is said to have been composed by the Seven Sages. Its contents are the chapters of the Upper Mystery, compiled into numinous writings and included in the precious canon of the Jade Pages. The Exalted Gods use it to teach beings in all four directions.

Shangqing Taishang Huangsu Sishisifang Jing (Scripture of the Forty-Four Directions of the Most High Yellow Silk) [one fascicle]

This scripture records the regulations by which immortals ascend to the Way. It comprises forty-four sections and is compiled as a single book of yellow silk.

Shangqing Mingtang Xuandan Zhenjing (True Scripture of the Mysterious Cinnabar of the Bright Hall of Highest Clarity) [one fascicle, with talisman diagrams, and including methods for summoning the Three Spirits]

Shangqing Jiudan Shanghua Taijing Zhongji Jing (Record from the Scripture of the Nine Cinnabars of Highest Clarity for Transforming the Embryo) [one fascicle, with talismans]

It contains the Talisman of the Nine Cinnabar Yang Spirits for Supreme Transformation, the Talisman for Refining Spirit from Embryonic Essence, the Inner Talismans for the Three Passes and Twelve Knots of the Embryo, and the Talisman of Flowing Essence from the Nine Cinnabars for Preserving Life, among others.

Shangqing Taishang Yuanshi Yaoguang Jinhu Fengwen Zhangbao Jing (Precious Scripture of the Golden Tiger and Phoenix Patterns, Radiant Light of the Most High Primordial Beginning of Highest Clarity) [one fascicle, with talismans]

It contains talismans such as the Hidden Writings of Taboo Names of Highest Clarity and the Phoenix Patterns of the Earthly Emperor.

Shangqing Taiyi Dijun Taidan Yinshu Jiebao Shier Jiejie Tu Jue (Secret Formulas and Diagrams of the Twelve Knots for Releasing the Embryo, from the Hidden Writings of the Great Cinnabar of the Supreme Lord Taiyi) [one fascicle, with talismans]

The Jizi series totals nine fascicles.

Shangqing Dongzhen Tianbao Dadong Sanjing Baolu (Precious Register of the Three Radiances of the Great Cavern, Heavenly Treasure of the Cavern of Perfection of Highest Clarity) [two fascicles, upper and lower, with talismans]

It contains the Golden Tiger talismans, the Talismans of the Tortoise Mountain Register, and numinous writings.

Shangqing Sanjing Yuqing Yinshu Jue Lu (Formulas and Registers of the Jade Clarity Hidden Writings of the Three Realms of Highest Clarity) [one fascicle, with talisman diagrams]

It contains the Diagrams of the Hidden Writings of the Flying Numinous Registers.

Shangqing Yuanshi Gaoshang Yuhuang Jiutian Pu Lu (Catalogue of the Nine Heavens of the Jade Emperor, Most High of the Primordial Beginning of Highest Clarity) [one fascicle, with talismans]

Shangqing Jinzhen Yuhuang Shangyuan Jiutian Zhenling Sanbai Liushiwu Bu Yuan Lu (Primordial Records of the Three Hundred and Sixty-Five Sections of the Nine Heavens' True Spirits of the Golden Perfection and the Jade Emperor of the Upper Primordial, of Highest Clarity) [one fascicle, with talismans]

Shangqing Gaosheng Taishang Dadaojun Dongzhen Jinyuan Bajing Yulu (Jade Record of the Eight Radiant Scenes of the Golden Origin of the Cavern of Perfection, from the Exalted Sage the Most High Great Lord of the Way of Highest Clarity) [one fascicle]

This jade record is said to be the Hidden Writings of the Eight Primordial Radiances of the Most High.

Shangqing Dongtian Sanwu Jingang Xuanlu Yijing (Ritual Scripture of the Mysterious Register of the Three-Five Diamond Guardians of the Cavern Heaven of Highest Clarity) [one fascicle, with talisman diagrams]

This scripture describes the methods by which the Vajra Vehicle descends from heaven to subdue demons.

The Shangqing Qiong Gong Ling Fei Gao Sheng Taishang Da Daojun Dongzhen Jin Yuan Ba Jing Yu Lu (Jade Record of the Eight Luminous Realms of the Golden Origin of the Dongzhen, Revealed by the Great Lord of the Way of the Most High), in one fascicle, is one of the Taishang Ba Su Yin Shu (Eight Plain Hidden Writings of the Most High). The Shangqing Dongtian San Wu Jin Gang Xuan Lu Yi Jing (Scripture on the Ritual of the Mysterious Registers of the Vajra of the Three and Five Cavern-Heavens of Shangqing), in one fascicle, includes talismanic diagrams and describes methods for having the Vajra Vehicle heavens subdue demonic obstacles.

The Shangqing Qiong Gong Ling Fei Liujia Lu (Register of the Six Jia Cycle of the Numinous Flying Palace of Shangqing), in one fascicle, also includes talisman diagrams and records methods of taking the Six Jia talismans internally.

The Shangqing Qu Su Jue Ci Lu (Record of Formulas and Words of the Curved Plain of Shangqing), in one fascicle, includes talisman diagrams. It was written by a Perfected of the Left Palace of the Taiji (Taiji Zuo Gong), and is also known as the Jiutian Feng Qi Xuanqiu Da Shu (Great Book of the Mysterious Hill of Phoenix Qi of the Nine Heavens).

The group designated Fen, meaning "mound," comprises seven fascicles in total.

The Shangqing Yuanshi Bianhua Baozhen Shang Jing Jiuling Taimiao Guishan Xuan Lu (Mysterious Register of the Tortoise Mountain of the Nine Numinous and Supremely Subtle Transformations of the Primordial Beginning, Upper Scripture of the Precious Perfected), in three fascicles (upper, middle, and lower), includes talismans. The text states that Tortoise Mountain is also called Dragon Mountain. It is the root of the Nine Heavens and the deep storehouse where the myriad qi converge. It lies at the northwest corner of the heavenly realm, rises four hundred thousand li high, and connects with Yuqing (Jade Clarity). The mountain houses talismans of the Eastern Brightness, Southern Radiance, Western Essence, Northern Mystery, and Central Yellow.

The Shangqing Gao Shang Guishan Xuan Lu (Supreme Mysterious Register of Tortoise Mountain of Shangqing), in one fascicle, includes talismans.

The Shangqing Da Dong Jiu Wei Ba Dao Da Jing Miao Lu (Great Scripture of the Nine Subtleties and Eight Paths of the Great Cavern of Shangqing, with Its Wondrous Register), in one fascicle, includes talismans. The scripture concerns the writings of the Six Heavens and the orthodox methods of the Supreme Perfected of the Three Heavens, used to arrest the host of ghosts and subdue malevolent spirits.

The Shangqing He Tu Bao Lu (Precious Register of the River Chart of Shangqing), in one fascicle, includes talisman charts and contains illustrations of the palaces of the true beings of the Nine Heavens.

The Si Dou Er Shi Ba Xiu Tian Di Da Lu (Great Register of the Four Dippers, the Twenty-Eight Lunar Mansions, Heaven and Earth), in one fascicle, includes talismans.

The group designated Dian, meaning "canon," comprises ten fascicles in total.

The Da Cheng Miao Lin Jing (Wondrous Grove Scripture of the Great Vehicle), in three fascicles (upper, middle, and lower), includes chapters such as "Preface," "Contemplating the True Aspect," "Distinguishing the False and the True," "Contemplating the Body," "Questions of the Youth," "Accordance," "Discourses of the Perfected," "Methods of Contemplation," "Pure Wisdom," and "Praise and Lament." It elaborates on the meanings of wondrous emptiness and of truth.

The Taishang Yuanbao Jinting Wuwei Miao Jing (Wondrous Scripture of Non-Action of the Golden Court and Precious Origin of the Most High), in one fascicle, expounds on wuwei (non-action) as the root from which the Dao manifests.

The seventy-two chapters listed there, including Taixu Miaohua Ziran (Taixu Miaohua Ziran, The Wondrous Transformation of the Great Void and Natural Spontaneity), set out supreme methods for cultivating body and mind and attaining ascension as an immortal. Their contents include Taiwei Shenyou (Taiwei Shenyou, Spirit Roaming in the Taiwei Realm), Yuqi (Yu Qi, Directing the Breath), Taiyi Wuwei (Taiyi Wuwei, Non-Action of the Supreme One), Shengshen Yuhua (Shengshen Yuhua, Generating the Spirit and Jade Blossom), Heti Quanxing (Heti Quanxing, Uniting the Body and Perfecting the Form), Kanli Jiaogou (Kanli Jiaogou, the Mating of Kan and Li, that is, the harmonizing of Yin and Yang), Wuxing De Di (Wuxing De Di, the Five Phases Obtaining Their Places), Sangong Erqi (Sangong Erqi, the Three Palaces and Two Qi), Duoyun Yufeng (Duoyun Yufeng, Seizing Fortune and Driving the Wind), Wangxing (Wangxing, Forgetting the Form), Yuanqi Ru Shi (Yuanqi Ru Shi, Entering the Chamber of Primordial Qi), Fuqi Dingshen (Fuqi Dingshen, Ingesting Qi to Settle the Spirit), and Jue Nian Xiu Yu (Jue Nian Xiu Yu, Cutting Off Thoughts and Ceasing Desire).

The Shangqing Huangting Yangshen Jing (Shangqing Huangting Yangshen Jing, Shangqing Scripture on Huangting for Nourishing the Spirit) comprises one fascicle and includes talismanic images. It contains methods for summoning the spirits of the Three Sections and Eight Luminaries. The Taishang Huangting Zhongjing Jing (Taishang Huangting Zhongjing Jing, Highest Huangting Middle Scripture) is also one fascicle.

Li Qiancheng (Li Qiancheng), a True Man of Shangqing Yuanming, wrote a commentary on this scripture. He held that it should be studied in conjunction with the Huangting Neijing (Huangting Neijing, Inner Landscape Scripture of the Yellow Court) and the Huangting Waijing (Huangting Waijing, Outer Landscape Scripture of the Yellow Court).

The Shangqing Huangting Wuzang Liufu Zhenren Yuzhou Jing (Shangqing Huangting Wuzang Liufu Zhenren Yuzhou Jing, Shangqing Scripture of the Jade Axis of the True Man on the Five Viscera and Six Bowels of the Yellow Court) comprises one fascicle, illustrated, with diagrams of the five viscera and six bowels attached. The Shangqing Xianfu Qionglin Jing (Shangqing Xianfu Qionglin Jing, Shangqing Scripture of the Jade Grove of the Immortal Palace) is also one fascicle.

The Shangqing Taiji Zhenren Shenxian Jing (Shangqing Taiji Zhenren Shenxian Jing, Shangqing Scripture of the Immortals of the Taiji True Man) comprises one fascicle.

The female disciple Wei Huacun (Wei Huacun) transmitted oral formulas to the True Man of Qingxu (Qingxu Zhenren). The records also refer to the practice of the Taiji Zhenren's transmission, which includes ingesting the Four Extremes Yunya (Siji Yunya, Cloud Sprouts of the Four Extremes) and cultivating the supreme methods of the immortals.

The Changsheng Taiyuan Shenyong Jing (Changsheng Taiyuan Shenyong Jing, Scripture on the Divine Function of the Embryo of Long Life) comprises one fascicle, annotated by the reclusive scholar Lang Zhao (Lang Zhao). It describes methods for ingesting Yuanqi (Yuanqi, Primordial Qi, the original Qi of heaven and earth).

The texts above are classified under the "Yi" (Yi) division of the catalogue, comprising six fascicles in total.

The Taishang Lingbao Zhicao Pin (Taishang Lingbao Zhicao Pin, Highest Lingbao Classification of Sacred Fungi) comprises one fascicle, with illustrations of the sacred fungus (zhicao). It describes in detail the methods of ingesting the fungus, and states that taking it can prolong life and strengthen the body.

The Dongxuan Lingbao Ershisi Sheng Tujing (Dongxuan Lingbao Ershisi Sheng Tujing, Illustrated Scripture on the Twenty-Four Births of the Dongxuan Lingbao) comprises one fascicle and includes talismans. It states that within the Jade Mysteries of the Dongxuan Celestial Pattern and Lingbao lie the Three Sections, the Eight Luminaries, and twenty-four diagrams. Above, they correspond to the Twenty-Four Perfected Ones (Ershisi Zhenren). In the middle, they gather the twenty-four Qi. Below, they guard and protect the twenty-four kinds of life.

The Yuqing Shanggong Ke Taizhen Wen (Yuqing Shanggong Ke Taizhen Wen, Taizhen Text of the Ordinances of the Upper Palace of Yuqing) comprises one fascicle, with talismans and images. It discusses observing precepts and liturgical norms, and holds that these contents all derive from the Donghua Yinshu (Donghua Yinshu, Hidden Writings of Donghua). Practitioners should understand the rules, rituals, and admonitions relating to the Nine Perfected (Jiuzhen), and use them to instruct later disciples.

Taishang Jiuzhen Mingke (Luminous Regulations of the Nine Perfected), one fascicle. Those who study the precious chapters of the Three Caverns (Sandong, the classification of Daoist scriptures) should cultivate themselves according to the ritual norms prescribed in the Jiuzhen Mingke.

Dongxuan Lingbao Shizhen Ke (Ten Perfected Regulations of the Mysterious Cavern Numinous Treasure), one fascicle. The Lord of the Left Immortal, Taiji Zuo Xiangong, expounds the ke (regulations) and jie (precepts and codes of conduct) for those who study the Dao.

Dongxuan Lingbao Changye zhi Fu Jiuyou Yuigui Mingzhen Ke (Luminous Regulations of the Jade Coffer of the Nine Dark Realms, the Palace of the Long Night of the Mysterious Cavern Numinous Treasure), one fascicle. The norms set out in the Yuigui Mingzhen Ke record the causal connections of birth and death, and of sin and blessing, and of good and evil. Its articles are complete, and nothing is omitted.

The "Ju" character group (Ju zihao), ten fascicles in all.

Taishang Yuanshi Tianzun Shuo Beidou Fumo Shenzhou Miaojing (Wondrous Scripture of the Divine Incantation for Subduing Demons by the Dipper, Spoken by the Celestial Worthy of Primordial Beginning), ten fascicles with talisman diagrams. The scripture was transmitted by Ouyang Wen, Taiyi Official of the Bixiao Donghua of the Shangqing Sandong Jinglu (Registers of the Three Caverns of Shangqing). Its contents include the chapters Xuyi Pin (Preface and Discussion), Qiyuan Mijue Pin (Secret Formulas of the Seven Origins), Fengdu Lugui Pin (Slaying Ghosts of Fengdu), Jiulong Pin (Nine Dragons), Suishi Lu Pin (Register for Shattering Corpses), Bazi Xiaozai Pin (Eight-Character Dispelling of Calamities), and Shenbing Huguo Pin (Divine Soldiers Protecting the State). Its talismans include the Seven Stars Talisman (Qixing Fu), the Five Stars Talisman (Wuxing Fu), the Twenty-Eight Lunar Mansions Talisman (Ershiba Xiu Fu), and talismans for curing illness.

Beidi Fumo Jingfa Jiantan Yi (Ritual for Establishing the Altar for the Scripture Methods for Subduing Demons under the Northern Emperor), one fascicle, compiled by the Master of the Primordial Supreme Ultimate (Xiantian Taiji Fashi), Lu Zhong'an.

Fumo Jingtan Xieen Jiaoyi (Ritual of Thanksgiving Offering at the Altar of the Demon-Subduing Scripture), one fascicle, with a Bai Qing Shi Wen (memorial respectfully inviting the Master).

The "Qun" character group (Qun zihao), twelve fascicles in all.

Beidi Shuo Huoluo Qiyuan Jing (Scripture on the Northern Emperor's Explanation of the Seven Origins of the Huoluo), with talismans. It contains the method of Guandou Randeng (observing the Dipper and lighting lamps), which is said to be able to move the stars, pace the Seven Origins, subdue evil ghosts, and help the state resolve its difficulties.

Qiyuan Zhenjue Yuyi Qu Yi Mijing (Secret Scripture of the Seven Origins' Perfect Formulas for Dispelling Pestilence through Spirit Writing), combined with the Huoluo Qiyuan Jing in a single fascicle, with talismans. It records secret spirit-writing formulas, which are said to date back to the beginning of the Longhan era (the Dragon Han cosmic age), and it describes the arts by which the Northern Black Emperor (Heidi) campaigned against ghosts and demons. It is said that these arts once displayed great divine power in a single kingdom.

Qiyuan Xuanji Zhao Mo Pin Jing (Scripture of the Seven Origins' Jade Pivot Chapters for Summoning Demons). The scripture states that above the North Pole lies a realm called the "Nine Paths" (Jiudao), where nine kinds of registers are kept. Its secret formulas are said to originate from the beginning of the Longhan era, and it records the Northern Black Emperor's arts for campaigning against ghosts and demons.

The Way above the North Pole is called the "Nine Dao," with nine palaces established and the Eight Trigrams arranged, each bearing its own true talisman. Practitioners who cultivate the Nine Dao and wear these talismans can vigorously command ghosts and spirits, overturn heaven and earth, and subdue demons. Above, they can assist the state and aid those in peril; below, they can govern and relieve the common people.

Scripture on the Yuanshi Account of Fengdu (Yuanshi shuodu Fengdu jing), in the same fascicle as the Xuanji zhao mo pin jing (Scripture of the Jade Pivot Summoning of Demons)

Any Daoist who wears the Taishang shenzhou huoluo jing lu (Scroll of the Taishang Divine Spell Huoluo Scripture), a Daoist talisman register (fulu), should also wear this scripture. Those who fail to follow it will not obtain its wondrous methods and will receive no protection from the spirits.

Scripture on Summoning Demons and Subduing the Six Heavens by the Seven Origins Divine Spell (Qiyuan zhao mo fu liutian shenzhou jing), one fascicle, with talismans attached

The scripture contains the Great Talismans of Clouds and Thunder of the Five Directions. A true person who receives and upholds these talismans can command the ghosts and spirits of the five directions, and the text also records methods for restraining evil ghosts.

Scripture of the Divine Numinous Talismans Spoken by the Seven Origins Perfected (Qiyuan zhenren shuo shenzhen lingfu jing), with talismans attached

The scripture contains the Five Numinous Black Killing Spirit Talismans. If one sincerely practices them and persists without relaxing, it is said that one can halt evil qi and demonic afflictions, and can heal and stabilize a variety of illnesses.

Scripture of the Seven Origins True Classic of the Central Heaven of the Purple Tenuity (Taishang Ziwei zhongtian qiyuan zhenjing), in the same fascicle as the Shenzhen lingfu jing

Reciting this scripture regularly can summon starlight, stabilize the fetal origin and secure one's allotted destiny. It is also said that the stars of the Northern Dipper govern the adding of notations to one's registers of emolument, thereby prolonging life.

Scripture from the Pillow (Zhenzhong jing)

This text describes how the Three Cauldrons, the Eight Luminosities, and the assembled spirits are arranged within the interior of the human body, guarding the body and preserving life.

True Scripture of the Great Purity Primal Dao (Taiqing yuandao zhenjing), in three fascicles (upper, middle, and lower)

"Primal Dao" (Yuandao) refers to the Great Dao that lies above the Profound Origin, and it is also the essential core of the Dao of the Yellow Emperor and Laozi.

Taishang Laojun taisu jing (Scripture of the Supreme Lord Lao's Primordial Simplicity), in the same fascicle as the Zhenzhong jing and two other scriptures

Lingxin jingfang (Spiritual Faith Scripture and Its Defense)

"Fang" is to be read as "jin," in the level tone. During the Spring and Autumn period, Shi Kuang, a minister of Duke Ping of Jin who was versed in the arts of the Dao, pointed out to the duke that the Tianlao jing (Scripture of the Celestial Old Master) contains subtle and profound divine methods that can link the realms of the hidden and the manifest and foretell what is to come. When Duke Ping heard this and engaged with the relevant contents, he could anticipate how events would unfold, and so the text was named the Lingxin jing (Scripture of Numinous Faith). The essential meaning of the scripture is as described.

Treatise on Fortune and Longevity (Fushou lun), in the same fascicle as the Lingxin jingfang; composed by the Tang-dynasty Perfected Sun, Master of Great Antiquity and Wondrous Response

Taiqing Daolin shesheng lun (Treatise on Nourishing Life by the Taiqing Daolin), one fascicle

[Miscellaneous Methods of the Yellow Emperor (Huangdi Zaji Fa), Massage Methods (Anmo Fa), Laozi's Massage Methods (Laozi Anmo Fa), Methods of Using Qi (Yongqi Fa), Methods of Regulating Qi (Tiaoqi Fa), Methods of Dwelling and Posture (Juchu Fa), and various methods of nourishing the body according to the four seasons.]

Record of Attending Upon the Celestial Emperor at Dawn as Assistant Minister of Fate in the Eastern Florescence, Lord Yang (Shidi Chen Donghua Shang Zuo Siming Yang Jun Zhuan Ji), one fascicle.

[Zi Qing Shang Gong Jiu Hua Zhen Fei (Perfected Consort of the Nine Florescences of the Upper Palace of Purple Clarity, a celestial title) received the scriptures and methods. Her surname was Yang and her personal name Xihe. She was a disciple of the Lady of the Southern Peak and was also the teacher who transmitted the scriptures to Xu Xianhou and Dichen. Lord Yang had a karmic affinity with Perfected Ziwei. The two met by chance and exchanged immortal poems. The Way of concealment and manifestation, along with the marvelous and mysterious events, is recorded in the biography.]

Record of the Western Journey of Perfected Changchun (Changchun Zhenren Xiyou Ji), two fascicles, upper and lower, composed by the disciple Zhenchang Zi.

[Records how Emperor Chengji of the Great Yuan (Da Yuan Chengji Huangdi) issued a special edict summoning Perfected Qiu of Changchun, asked him about the Dao, and recounts the related deeds.]

Catalogue of the Lost Scriptures of the Daozang (Daozang Que Jing Mulu), two fascicles.

Ying Zi Hao (Ying-character series), four fascicles in total.

Catalogue of the Great Ming Daozang (Da Ming Daozang Mulu), four fascicles.

[The works from the Tian-character series through the Ying-character series belong to the main canon. The works listed below belong to the Xu Zang (Supplementary Canon).]

Du Zi Hao (Du-character series), six fascicles in total.

Taishang Zhongdao Miaofa Lianhua Jing (Scripture of the Wondrous Lotus of the Most High Middle Way), eight fascicles, fifteen chapters.

Taishang Yuanshi Tianzun Shuo Baoyue Guang Huanghou Shengmu Tianzun Kongque Mingwang Jing (Scripture on the Peacock King Mantra, Spoken by the Most High Heavenly Worthy of Primordial Beginning, Concerning the Holy Mother Empress Baoyue Guang Heavenly Worthy), three fascicles.

Gao Zi Hao (Gao-character series), four fascicles in total.

Shangqing Yuanshi Bianhua Baozhen Shang Jing (Upper Scripture of the Transforming Treasure-Truth of Primordial Beginning of Highest Clarity), one fascicle.

Taishang Laojun Kaitian Jing (Scripture of the Most High Lord Lao on the Opening of Heaven), one fascicle.

Taishang Laojun Xuwu Ziran Benqi Jing (Scripture of the Most High Lord Lao on the Original Origin of Void and Natural Spontaneity), one fascicle.

Dongxuan Lingbao Yujing Shan Bubu Jing (Dongxuan Numinous Treasure Scripture on the Step-Dance of Jade Capital Mountain), one fascicle.

[The scripture states that Jade Capital Mountain lies within the Supreme Great Heaven of the Unsurpassed, above the Jade Capital, and is the site of the Seven-Treasure Mysterious Terrace. It occupies the highest of the five hundred million, fifty-five thousand, five hundred and fifty-five layers of heaven.]

The zhong series comprises three juan and contains the Gaoshang Yuhuang Benxing Ji Jing Zhu (Commentary on the Collected Scripture of the Original Conduct of the Highest Jade Emperor), annotated by Zhou Xuanzhen, a Quanzhen (Complete Perfection) Daoist priest of Wufeng Shan.

The li series comprises seven juan and gathers several scriptures on divine beings. These include the Taishang Sanyuan Cifu Shezui Jiee Xiaozai Yansheng Baoming Miao Jing (Wondrous Scripture of the Supreme Three Primes for Bestowing Blessings, Pardoning Transgressions, Relieving Calamities, Dispelling Disasters, Prolonging Life, and Preserving Vitality), in one juan; the Yuanshi Tianzun Shuo Dongyue Huashen Jisheng Dusi Fangzui Jiewan Baoming Xuanfan Gaozhou Miao Jing (Wondrous Scripture of the Celestial Worthy of the Primordial Beginning on the Transformation Body of the Eastern Peak, Saving the Living, Ferrying the Dead, Preventing Sin, Resolving Grievances, and Preserving Life), in one juan; the Taishang Yuanyang Shangdi Wushi Tianzun Shuo Huoche Wang Lingguan Jing (Scripture on the Fire-Chariot King and Numinous Official, spoken by the Celestial Worthy of Beginningless Origin, Supreme Emperor of Primal Yang), in one juan; the Bixia Yuanjun Huguo Bimin Puji Baosheng Miao Jing (Wondrous Scripture of the Lady of the Azure Clouds for Protecting the Nation, Shielding the People, Universal Salvation, and Preserving Life), in one juan; the Yuanshi Tianzun Shuo Yaowang Jiu Bashiyi Nan Zhenkao Zhou Miao Jing (Wondrous Scripture of the Celestial Worthy of the Primordial Beginning on the Medicine King's Rescue from the Eighty-One Ordeals, with True Incantations), in one juan; the Taishang Dasheng Langling Shangjiang Huguo Guanwang Miao Jing (Wondrous Scripture of the Great Sage and Luminous Spirit General, the Lord Guan Who Protects the Nation), in one juan; and the Taishang Shuo Tongzhen Gao Huang Jieyuan Jing (Scripture on the Supreme High Sovereign of Penetrating Perfection for Resolving Grievances), in one juan. The catalogue notes that the Huoche Wang Lingguan Jing, the Bixia Yuanjun Miao Jing, and the Yaowang Jiu Bashiyi Nan Jing are listed twice, with slightly different titles.

The qi series comprises four juan, one each for the Zi Huang Lian Du Keyi (Liturgy for the Refining and Salvation of the Purple August One), the Xiantian Doumu Zougao Keyi (Liturgy for Presenting Petitions to the Dipper Mother of Former Heaven), the Chaozhen Fayuan Chanhui Wen (Vows and Penitential Text for Audience with the Perfected), and the Zi Wei Dijun Ershisi Shen Huiyuan Jing (Scripture of the Twenty-Four Spirits of Lord Zi Wei for Returning to the Origin). The keyi (liturgy) is the set of procedures and documents that Daoists follow when conducting a ritual.

The shu series comprises three juan and contains the Huangming Enming Shilu (Record of the Imperial Ming Favor and the Ordained Lineage), which records the genealogy and receipt of the mandate of the Celestial Masters (Tianshi) across forty-nine generations, from the Han dynasty to the Ming.

The bi series comprises four juan and contains the Han Tianshi Shijia (Genealogy of the Han Celestial Masters) in four juan.

The jing, fu, luo, and jiang series comprise seven, eight, eight, and eight juan respectively, and each contains the Hongdao Lu (Record of Broadening the Way). The catalogue states that the contents from this point onward belong to the lunshi lüe (summary of historical discussions).

These are the titles listed in the fourth volume of the Daozang Mulu Xiangzhu (Annotated Catalogue of the Daoist Canon).