THE CENTER OF TRADITIONAL TAOIST STUDIES
The Center of Traditional Taoist Studies is a theological and educational institute dedicated to the dissemination of Taoist teachings (Taoism) in the USA and throughout the world.
The basis of The Center of Traditional Taoist Studies is the Temple of Original Simplicity, a traditional Taoist temple.
The Center’s educational curriculums include traditional Taoist theology, philosophy, physical wellness (Tai Chi, Chi Quong), Taoist meditation and shaman practices.
The Center of Traditional Taoist Studies was founded by Grand Master Alex Anatole in 1978 as a non-commercial enterprise. In 1989, the Сenter was officially recognized as a religious institution. A year later it was afforded 501(c)(3) non-profit status and was recognized as an official church.
Grand Master
Alex Anatole
The master came, because it was his time to be born.
— Chuang Tzu (“The Lao Tzu wisdom“)
At a young age Alex Anatole was introduced to Master Lu Yang Tai, the “enlightened” Taoist sage with genealogical lineage extending to the ancient origins of Taoism.
From the age of eight, Alex was his only disciple, and learned all aspects of the classical Taoist Studies: philosophy, theology, healing, astrology, religious procedures and martial arts. When he was twenty, he was ordained a Taoist priest.
The Truth of Tao
The Essence of Tao
Tao of Celestial Foxes–The Way to Immortality
A Synopsis of Taoist Teachings for the West
Men who possess my Tao are princes in this life and rulers in the hereafter.
— Chuang Tzu
Tao Te Ching
Taoism is the religion and philosophy whose roots go back to the ancient shamanism. The teachings of Tao that are contained in the Tao Te Ching the second most translated book after the Bible. The Tao Te Ching is comprised of eighty-one poems, which were written by the Taoist sage, Lao Tzu approximately in 500 B.C.
The main principles of taoism:
Do not develop the nature which is of man, but develop the nature which is of God.
— Chuang Tzu
The Taoist religious practices build the bridge between material human world and the heavens. In search of harmony with the Great Ultimate, Taoists strive to understand and achieve their true way – which ultimately can lead them to the celestial powers of the Great Ultimate. Praying in the Temple of Original Simplicity, opens the channel of communication with the higher power.
To the classical Taoist, life is a continued struggle aimed at the purging of confusion and development of the soul. The Taoist philosophy teaches life principles and allows the practitioner to hear the divine guidance of the Taoist spirits and see reality more clearly.
There is a connection between the mind and the body. The practitioner must realize that the mind controls the body, not the opposite.
Do not allow the mind to lead one astray from Tao, and not supplement the natural by human means.
— Chuang Tzu
The simplest way to understand reality is the profound study of the philosophy of Taoism. The correct philosophical principles teach the Taoist to assess reality accurately, without illusion, and teach how to deal with the consequences of confused thoughts and action.
The Sage uses his mind like a mirror, it remains peaceful and serene in repose…
— Chuang Tzu
When a man’s body is at ease and his spirit is recovered, he becomes one with heaven.
— Chuang Tzu
The Taoist religious practices build the bridge between material human world and the heavens. In search of harmony with the Great Ultimate, Taoists strive to understand and achieve their true way – which ultimately can lead them to the celestial powers of the Great Ultimate. Praying in the Temple of Original Simplicity, opens the channel of communication with the higher power.
To the classical Taoist, life is a continued struggle aimed at the purging of confusion and development of the soul. The Taoist philosophy teaches life principles and allows the practitioner to hear the divine guidance of the Taoist spirits and see reality more clearly.
It is very hard, nearly impossible, for the mortal man to change his fate from lamentation and sorrow to contentment and fortune on his own. Only with the help of the divine spirits, support from the Taoist Gods and the intervention of the Supreme Power through the celestial magic of Taoist alchemy can a favorable outcome occur.
Taoist Life Coaching is the study of ancient Taoist alchemy and Chinese Shamanism. Taoist Life Coaching is built on the divine celestial guidance gleaned through the immortal power of the great spirits and communication with omniscient Taoist deities. This sacred knowledge has been interpreted for modern Western society, to enable individuals to change their life from misfortune to fortune for contentment and clarity of their earthly existence. The techniques of Taoist Life Coaching rejuvenate, purge, heal, nourish and strengthen the mind, body, and spirit enabling Taoist internal and external meditation for the health and wellness. Taoist Life Coaching is comprised of the Creed of Celestial Foxes, Taoist Lin Hun Therapy and Taoist Divine Guidance.
In 2020, The Center of Traditional Taoist Studies was proud to announce the formal recognition from the US patent office for the official teachings of Taoist Lin Hun therapy and Taoist Divine Guidance.
Disclaimer
The content on this website is for informational purposes only. The ancient techniques of Taoism can be dangerous to physical and mental health if not practiced under the tutelage of a qualified Master.