《洞真太微黃書天帝君石景金陽素經》

The Dongzhen Taiwei Huangshu Tiandijun Shijing Jinyang Su Jing records the transmission of essential cultivation methods by the Ninefold Flower True Consort (a high-ranking female immortal in Daoism):

The Ninefold Flower True Consort said: The original Taiwei Yellow Book consisted of eight scrolls, which the perfected beings transmitted to Xu Yuanyou (the renowned Eastern Jin dynasty Daoist Xu Xun) at Mount Chicheng (a sacred Daoist mountain) using eight talismans (fulu) and sacred texts. The reason you have yet to ascend to the Shangqing (Highest Clarity) celestial realm or ride cloud-dragons is precisely because you haven't encountered the Shijing Basu Chapter. Now I transmit to you these eighteen talismans along with the scripture's preface—by practicing accordingly, you may gradually attain the state of mounting dragons and ascending to immortality. These precious Taiwei Stone Radiance scriptures far surpass ordinary bedroom arts; remember to treat them with utmost reverence.

Your inherent virtue is pure, and your body already possesses the foundation for cultivation. If you can quiet your mind to comprehend the true Dao (the Way), harmonizing the three treasures within—essence (jing), vital energy (qi), and spirit (shen)—even violent storms won't shake your innate nature. Empty your mind to await divine resonance, maintaining inner purity free from worldly distractions. When you reach the state of serene detachment, celestial music will naturally grace your ears, auspicious clouds will appear before your eyes, and fragrant aromas will arise from your mouth and nose. Wearing the Golden Yang talismans (protective ritual implements) wards off malevolent forces, while aligning with seasonal changes leads to attaining the Dao in perfection.

All perfected beings follow this path to realization—forced or hypocritical practice only invites calamity. If plagued by illness, obsessive thoughts, or mundane attachments, your vital essence will scatter, inviting harmful influences. This is like abandoning auspicious signs to plunge into peril, or hesitating despite hearing profound teachings, ultimately defiling the sacred texts. Then the Divine Tiger (guardian deity) will manifest its power...

(Note: The latter section emphasizes singular purity in practice, warning of karmic backlash. Key terms include: "three degrees" referring to essence, energy, and spirit; "six spirits" denoting six types of human consciousness; "crimson ford" (jiangjin) indicating the heart's aperture; and "three officials" representing the celestial, terrestrial, and aquatic deities.)

This scripture describes a cultivator's journey through trials to attain the true teachings:

(The venomous dragon bares fangs in all directions) Here the "venomous dragon" symbolizes the manifold demonic obstacles on the path of cultivation, with dangers coming from every side. (Where can one flee when sincerity is vast?) The practitioner finds no escape and must face these trials directly. (Only after confessing and repenting) Not until sincerely repenting for past transgressions (does one realize the true worth of pristine clarity) does one genuinely comprehend the preciousness of transcendent purity. (The words of sages prove true) Experiencing firsthand how the elders' teachings were never false. (Yet mournful cries still confuse the true nature) Though worldly lamentations continue to disturb one's authentic spirit.

(To oppose the true Qi) If one violates the righteous Qi of heaven and earth (why wouldn't the enlightened ruler dwell always in blessed realms?) why not abide permanently in lands of blessing? (Better here to adjust one's robes and return to the chamber) One should rather straighten one's garments and return to the quiet chamber for practice. (Now I entrust you with the Stone Scenery Golden Yang text) At this moment, the "Stone Scenery Golden Yang Scripture" is transmitted to you (that you may fully contemplate the essence of these eight volumes) enabling complete realization of this eight-volume scripture's profound meaning.

Note: The Stone Scenery Golden Yang Scripture (Shijing Jinyang Jing) is a key text of the Shangqing (Highest Clarity) tradition. "Stone scenery" refers to the rock-solid state of cultivation, while "golden yang" symbolizes pure Yang Qi. The scripture emphasizes repentance for transgressions and steadfast adherence to the true path, teaching that only through enduring trials can one receive genuine transmission.