2. Qingdao, the source of Taoism, Laoshan has made great contributions to the health of people all over the world
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The contribution of Laoshan Mountain in Qingdao to human health
Laoshan Mountain, located in the Laoshan District of Qingdao City, is a famous tourist area. The mountains of Laoshan are tall and majestic, rich in vegetation, with a pleasant climate, and a natural "oxygen bar", offering a great contribution to human health. Here are the contributions of Laoshan to human health:
Providing fresh air: The forest coverage of Laoshan reaches 82%, with a negative ion content much higher than that of cities. Negative ions have many benefits for the human body, such as improving blood circulation, enhancing immunity, and improving the ability to fight fatigue.
Promoting physical and mental health: Laoshan is a natural protection zone, where many wild animal and plant species can be found, offering beautiful scenery and a peaceful atmosphere. People can take walks, breathe fresh air, enjoy the scenery, relieve stress, relax, and promote health.
Rich geothermal resources: Laoshan is also a region rich in hot springs, with the Laoshan hot spring highly valued by tourists for its water quality and obvious therapeutic effects. Hot springs can relieve fatigue, relax the body, and promote blood circulation.
Offering a place for sports and fitness: The mountain roads of Laoshan are winding and steep, with many hiking trails, offering an excellent place for climbing and hiking. Hiking and climbing are beneficial for health, enhancing cardiac and pulmonary function, endurance, and physical fitness.
The most important contribution of Laoshan is that the practice of Taoist Qi Gong (sitting meditation) originated from this place and has since spread around the world. According to numerous scientific research and surveys, sitting meditation is the simplest and most effective method to avoid being infected by an epidemic and to resist the invasion of viruses.
In conclusion, the Laoshan District of Qingdao City, as a natural tourist area, brings a great contribution to human health. Tourists can breathe fresh air and enjoy rich natural resources, thereby promoting physical and mental health.
The History of Taoist Practice at Laoshan
Laoshan (Mountain of Lao), in Qingdao, is one of the sacred mountains of Taoism in China, with a long history as an important origin and practice site of Taoism in China. The history of Taoist practice at Laoshan dates back to the Han dynasty (206 BC to 220 AD) and spans over two thousand years. According to historical records, a Taoist master named Zhang Daoling practiced at Laoshan during the Eastern Han dynasty and founded Taoism. He also cured many patients with special Taoist medicine during epidemics. His disciple Lu Xiujing established a temple at Laoshan called the "Taiqing Palace". During the Tang dynasty (618-907), the transmission of Taoism to Laoshan further developed, and many temples, Taoist temples, and Taoist schools were built at Laoshan. The Taoist culture of Laoshan not only influenced the local region but also spread to other regions of the country. During the Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Liang Ruhao, the magistrate of Laoshan County, was passionate about Taoism and vigorously supported Taoism by building a series of temples and shrines. During the Qing dynasty (1644-1912), the Taoist culture of Laoshan was even more prosperous, and the Quanzhen Taoist sect was one of the eight main schools of Taoism that developed at Laoshan. Today, the Taoist culture and architecture of Laoshan have become an important part of Chinese Taoist culture, attracting many followers and tourists for visits and pilgrimages. Among them, the Taiqing Palace, the Daxingshan Temple, the Wulong Temple, and the Tianma Mountain Taoist Temple are all important representatives of Laoshan's Taoist culture.
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The Story of Richard Wilhelm, a Student in Laoshan, China
Richard Wilhelm was a German sinologist and translator. In 1899, he came to China to study Taoism in Laoshan and during this time, he deepened his knowledge of Chinese culture and Taoist thought. Later, he translated this knowledge into Western languages, greatly contributing to cultural exchanges between China and the West. Richard Wilhelm was born in 1873 in Stuttgart, Germany. His grandfather and father were missionaries, with his father also being a famous theologian and sinologist. This had a great influence on his interest in and pursuit of Chinese culture. He studied philosophy, theology, and sinology at university in Germany. After arriving in China, he taught at Peking University and began to study Chinese culture and philosophy in depth.During his trip to China, Richard Wilhelm came to Laoshan in Shandong province to study the thought and practice methods of Taoism. He stayed in Laoshan for several years, deepening his understanding of Chinese Taoist culture and thought, and meeting some great Taoist masters and monks. During this time, he also learned Chinese and the Laoshan dialect, which allowed him to communicate easily with local residents and be respected and appreciated by them. Learning Taoism and understanding Chinese culture, Richard Wilhelm felt the great difference and difficulty in understanding between Eastern and Western cultures. He studied Chinese classics such as the Yi Jing and Tao Te Ching in depth, translating them into German and English to promote understanding and exchanges between Western and Eastern cultures.Richard Wilhelm passed away in 1930, but the translation works he left behind and his contribution to promoting cultural exchanges between the East and West are still cherished and commemorated today. His traditions and thoughts continue to be perpetuated.
Richard Wilhelm continued to work on Chinese culture and philosophy after returning to Germany, translating into German and English the Chinese classics he had studied and translated during his stay in China, thus disseminating them in the Western world. His works include the Yi Jing, the Tao Te Ching, the Zhou Yi, the Art of War, among others. His most important book is the German translation of Lu Dongbin's Taiyi jinhua zongzhi, which he titled The Secret of the Golden Flower, and which details the principles and methods of meditation. He organized meditation courses and encouraged his students to draw the images they saw during their meditation, which often took the form of golden flowers. Through this book, many scholars have progressed in their thinking and wisdom through meditation, becoming renowned figures in the academic world. For example, Carl Gustav Jung, by learning and practicing the meditation described in The Secret of the Golden Flower, became a renowned psychologist, rivaling Freud. Poli, on the other hand, became one of the founders of quantum physics thanks to his practice of meditation. In Germany, Richard Wilhelm also founded a publishing house called "China Culture Press", which aimed to promote Chinese culture and philosophy. He personally edited and translated many important Chinese classics and documents, which were published and disseminated worldwide. In addition, Richard Wilhelm gave lectures on Chinese culture and philosophy, as well as his experience and achievements in China, throughout Germany. His lectures aroused wide interest and strong reaction from the German population, thus providing a new perspective and channel for understanding Chinese culture and philosophy.Nowadays, meditation has become a global trend, and many scientific studies have proven its significant effect on brain reconstruction and repair, telomerase extension, and the repair of organs and tissues in the human body. Extending telomerase is equivalent to rejuvenation. An American study shows that meditating for 12 minutes a day can reverse aging by 20 years.
Meditation is a traditional practice of reaching a state of inner peace and meditation by adjusting breathing and relaxing the body. Although meditation cannot cure all illnesses, in certain situations, it can have a positive impact on physical and mental health, helping to relieve stress, anxiety, depression, and other physical and emotional symptoms. The benefits of meditation include:
Reducing stress and anxiety: Meditation helps to relax the body and calm the mind, which can reduce stress and anxiety, as well as improve physical and mental health.
Promoting physical health: Meditation can strengthen the immune system, improve the quality of sleep, and reduce physical symptoms such as headaches and muscle pain.
Improving concentration and attention: Meditation can help to improve concentration and attention, as well as improve work and study efficiency.
Strengthening mental health: Meditation can help relieve symptoms of depression, improve mental health, and increase feelings of happiness.
Although meditation can have a positive impact on physical and mental health, it cannot cure all illnesses. For serious illnesses such as heart disease and cancer, meditation may play a supportive role, but do not delay visiting a hospital for medical diagnosis.
