Taoist gods

Jiu Tian Xuan Nu
• Full name: Master of All Laws Jiu Tian Xuan Nu Yuan Jun (Xuan Nu Niang Niang)
• Honored position: Jiu Gong Tian Sheng
• Dojo: Kunlun Peak
• Status: Chief of the Four Heavenly Gods, Supreme Master of Original Taoism
• Function: In charge of the way of creation in the world, using the zodiac to create humans as the way, helping the world to be righteous and avoid human suffering
• Birthday: February 15th of the lunar calendar
• Lighting lamps and praying for blessings: Lighting the "Xuan Nu Lantern" can turn good luck
• Interpretation: Jiu Tian Xuan Nu, as the god of creation, ancestor of mankind, god of war, god of sex and god of numerology, symbolizes the origin and wisdom of the universe. Her "zodiac to create humans" echoes the creation of the twelve zodiac signs in the "Bu Xiang Shu". Lighting lamps and praying for blessings is not only a respect for her, but also a prayer for creativity, protection of the righteous path and the elimination of suffering

Jiuyou Su Nu
Full name: Jiuyou Su Yin Yuan Nu Sheng Mu Dadi
Venerable position: Jiugong Di Sheng
Dojo: Qingcheng Tiangu
Status: The second of the four great gods, the supreme guardian of primitive Taoism.
Function: In charge of the way of protecting the world, with the Yin and Yang stars as the law of Taoism.
Birthday: August 15th of the lunar calendar.
Lighting lamps and praying: Lighting the "Su Nu Lantern" can turn good luck.
Interpretation: Su Nu, as the guardian god, maintains harmony and prosperity in the world. The position is relatively mysterious, in charge of the Jiuyou Palace, forming a correspondence between heaven and earth with Jiutian Xuannu. Su Nu is also related to female practice, bedroom skills and yin and yang harmony in primitive Taoism, symbolizing the great sexual charm of purity and depth. In primitive Taoism, her status is second only to Jiutian Xuannu. Her male and female Yin and Yang stars and the "Su Nu Jing" are regarded by humans as the treasure book of creation, and are the only symbol of prosperity and stability.

Daode Tianzun
Full name: Taiqing Daode Tianzun, commonly known as Taishang Laojun
Venerable position: Jiugong Shangsheng
Dojo: Taiqing Fairyland in the East China Sea
Status: The third of the four great gods, the supreme righteous law-maker of primitive Taoism.
Function: In charge of the way of governing the world, with the star of enlightenment as the law and authority of Taoism.
Birthday: February 15th of the lunar calendar.
Light a lamp and pray for blessings: Lighting the "Laojun Lantern" can turn good luck.
Interpretation: Daode Tianzun is a god of governance, and his "star of enlightenment" symbolizes the enlightenment of wisdom. He has an unsurpassed position in all aspects of righteousness, wisdom, strategy, morality, Zhenwu and longevity. He is the founder of primitive Taoism on Earth and a model of immortality. His "Tao Te Ching" is developed in the form of bedroom skills, deeply reaching the way of governing the family, the clan, the country, and even the way of governing the world, and is regarded by humans as the only code of law in the East. It is the eternal sweet spring of wisdom, cultivation and inheritance.

Yuanshi Tianzun
Full name: Yuqing Yuanshi Tianzun
Venerable position: Lower Saint of the Nine Palaces
Dojo: Yujing Mountain, the heart of the Nine Palaces
Status: The fourth of the four great gods, and a Taoist priest who later became a Taoist immortal.
Function: In charge of the way of saving the world, with the seven political stars as the power of the law.
Birthday: Winter Solstice of the lunar calendar.
Light a lamp and pray for blessings: Light the "Yuqing Lantern" to turn good luck.
Interpretation: Yuanshi Tianzun, as a god of salvation, his "seven political stars" are the manifestation of the protection and service of Taoism in Xuanmen Taoism. In terms of settling down, establishing a career, taking root, fighting, eliminating diseases, eliminating disasters and rescuing, there is no one better than him. It has the last guarantee to avoid insidiousness and assassination. It is the last line of defense for emergency treatment and killing. Yuanshi Tianzun symbolizes salvation and law, and is regarded by later generations as a symbol of decisive conquest, resolving crises, and saving the world and living in peace. In other Taoist sects, Yuanshi Tianzun is revered as the head of the Three Pure Ones.

Jade Treasure Emperor Tianzun
Alias: Eastern Puci Jiudu Tianzun
Position: Zhen Palace, Mao Position, Eastern Xuanming Palace
Function: In charge of rewards and punishments in the world, helping capable people to leave their names in history, punishing evil people to be nailed to hell forever
Birthday: February 1st of the lunar calendar
Dao Fa Fa Quan: The first of the ten directions, compiling the historical records
Light a lamp and pray for blessings: Lighting the "Purple Star Lamp" can turn good luck, the main name.
Lamp interpretation: Purple, like stars, a string or a piece, needs to be opened. Usually hung in the study room and porch area.

Xuanzhen Wanfu Tianzun
Alias: Southern Great Mercy and Savior Tianzun
Position: Li Palace, Wu Position, due south Ximing Palace
Function: in charge of birth, aging, illness, death, disability and other matters in the world
Birthday: March 1st of the lunar calendar
Dao Fa Fa Quan: the second of the ten directions, sitting and watching the achievements
Light a lamp and pray for blessings: Lighting the "repellent lamp" can turn good luck and control life.
Light interpretation: yellow, like a flashlight beam, with a back cover, needs to be opened. Usually hung in the bedroom or a darker place.

Taimiao Zhiji Tianzun
Alias: Western Merciful and Respectful Soul Protector Tianzun
Venerable Position: Dui Palace, You Position, Due West Jiuji Palace
Function: In charge of fair laws in the world, reincarnation of yin and yang
Birthday: February 8th of the lunar calendar
Dao Fa Fa Quan: The third party of the ten directions, listen to karma and follow the way of heaven
Light a lamp and pray for blessings: Light the "Star Lamp" to turn good luck and sovereignty.
Light interpretation: White, such as strip lights, at least seven strips, need to be opened, usually hung in the kitchen, toilet or bedroom.

Xuanshang Yuchen Tianzun
Alias: Tianzun of the Northern Prolonging Life and Eliminating Death
Position: Kan Palace, Zi Position, Taihe Palace in the North
Function: In charge of accidental life and death in the world, blessing good and bad luck
Birthday: February 18th of the lunar calendar
Dao Fa Fa Quan: The fourth of the ten directions, responsible for turning disasters
Light a lamp and pray for blessings: Lighting a "flowing lamp" can turn good luck and dominate virtue.
Light interpretation: Golden color, like the lamp in a fish tank or candle shade, can flicker, need to be opened. Usually placed on both sides of the outside of the door.

Duxian Shangsheng Tianzun
Alias: Northeast Soul Guardian Tianzun
Venerable Position: Gen Palace, Chou Position, Northeast Jiulun Palace
Function: In charge of incest supervision, love protection
Birthday: The eighth day of the first lunar month
Dao Fa Fa Quan: The fifth of the ten directions, the hermit Du Zhenren
Light a lamp and pray for blessings: Lighting a "glazed lamp" can turn good luck and dominate fate.
Lamp interpretation: Light red, with a glazed cover, the light cannot be too strong, can be long-lasting, needs to be consecrated, usually placed next to or under the bed in the bedroom.

Good Life and Deliverance God
Alias: Southeast Wanshan Cijiu God
Venerable Position: Xun Palace, Youfu, Southeast Mingchen Palace
Function: In charge of the investigation of theft and robbery in the world, and the protection of wealth in all households
Birthday: March 8th of the lunar calendar
Dao Fa Fa Quan: The sixth of the ten directions, pure cultivation and good wealth
Light a lamp and pray for blessings: Lighting the "Liaoying lamp" can turn good luck and bring wealth.
Lamp interpretation: Bright red, like a palace lantern, large in size, needs to be opened. Usually hung in the center of the yard or around the entire house.

Tailingxuhuang Tianzun
Alias: Tianzun of the Southwest for Extending Life and Saving People
Venerable Position: Kun Palace, Quanqu, Southwest Shenhua Palace
Function: In charge of the temple rituals, civil and military merits and demerits
Birthday: March 27th of the lunar calendar
Dao Fa Fa Quan: The seventh of the ten directions, philosophers and nurture the common people
Light a lamp and pray for blessings: Lighting the "literary lamp" can turn good luck and lead to succession.
Lamp interpretation: Yellow or white, the ancients called it sheepskin lamp, which looks like a table lamp and needs to be opened. It is usually placed in the bedroom or living room.

Wuliang Taihua Tianzun
Alias: Northwest Hongpu Jiudu Tianzun
Venerable position: Gan Palace, Yinfu, Northwest Bizhen Palace
Function: Control the invasion of human territory, and keep the house peaceful
Birthday: April 1st of the lunar calendar
Dao Fa Fa Quan: The eighth of the ten directions, guarding the business and the house
Lighting lamps and praying for blessings: Lighting the "golden jar lamp" can turn good luck and dominate the residence.
Lamp explanation: White, a lamp placed in a gold or silver hollow cover, available in hanging and table types, needs to be opened, and can be used inside and outside the home.

Jade Void Emperor
Alias: Great Mercy and Universal Salvation Heavenly Lord of the Upper North
Position: Qianyuan, Qifei Palace
Function: Control the hustle and bustle of the world, help prosperity and stop evil
Birthday: April 8th of the lunar calendar
Dao Fa Fa Quan: The ninth of the ten directions, preaching and washing away evil
Light a lamp and pray for blessings: Lighting a "Pan Chi Lantern" can turn good luck and dominate travel.
Lamp interpretation: Yellow, like a lantern, can be carried by hand or held high with a pole, needs to be consecrated. Usually carried with you (a flashlight is often used in modern times).

True Emperor Cave God Tianzun
Alias: Lower Southern Fusui Yanming Tianzun
Venerable Position: Youdu, Suying Palace
Function: In charge of the craftsmanship of the human world, the enmity between master and apprentice
Birthday: April 27th of the lunar calendar
Dao Fa Fa Quan: Tenth direction of the Ten Directions, Feng Palace Tiandifu
Light a lamp and pray for blessings: Light the "Xuanwu lamp" to turn good luck, main skill.
Lamp explanation: Blue light, a special art lamp in the shape of Xuanwu, needs to be opened, special for engineering personnel or geomancers. Carry it with you.