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wheel”, “medicinal substance”, “firing process” and As NEW a long-term FROM Taoist SOLALA embracer, TOWLER Master Hu began his studyso on. Therefore, they turned to the Chan sect to seek of Taoism from 19 years old when China still hesitated ata breakthrough, and thus introduced many ideasCHAandDAO: the THE door WAY of opening OF TEA, up TEA to the AS outside A WAY world. OF Due LIFE to a weakconcepts typical of immortality study into Chan. There isconstitution he got ill often so various medicines had alwaysIn China, the art and been practice his close of drinking friend since tea is 12 rooted years in old. Daoism; To discharge it emerged the harassmentthat honored by illness a life he of tried grace Kungfu and gratitude, bare-handed balance form and sets,little to be found concerning wind, fire, water, and earth infrom a philosophyChan poems, but they are often filled with descriptions harmony, of fulfillment weapons and enjoyment manipulation, — what long-distance the ancient run, Chinese basketball, called Qigong Chanatural scenery. Similarly, many people who have Dao, studied or the Way of of Tea. a variety of schools, secret herbal medicine formulas, andBuddhism and Confucianism have also failed to make so on. At last, Qigong practice brought a eventual recoveryprogress, and they, in turn, have sought a solution Cha Dao from takes us on and a fascinating from that time journey on through he began the to Way devote of Tea, his from efforts its originsin the sacred the mountains study of and Taoism, temples Buddhism of China and through their its study links of to enlighten-Daoistuponimmortality study. Hence, terminology used in Buddhismand Confucianism frequently appears in immortalityconcepts such as ment. wu wei He or is non-striving an expert in and internal the Value alchemy of Worthlessness, practice because to hepoetry. Thus we arrive at the present situation. the affinity which between traveled Tea Mind many and many the Japanese places within spirit of China Zen. Interspersed to search for is a theis dominated by the convergence of Taoist immortalityliberal helping of quotes answers from from the many great tea Taoist masters and of Buddhist the past hermits and traditional hiding indeep and secluded places. Master Hu offers workshops andstudy, Buddhism and Confucianism. tea stories from China and Japan. The unique health benefits of tea are alsoexplored and a chapterclassesis devotedonline andto theinhistory,the mysticalcharacteristicsWudangandMountains.propertiesHecan be reached through his website at www.taoiststudy.com.“Both fish and waters of river and lake reciprocally of 25 different forget tea varieties.about each other; both people and all the means (measures,This book will interest tea lovers as well as those who want to learn moreprocesses and methodologies, etc) they reciprocally hold on to,about tea culture, Daoist and Zen thought and practice, and Asian historyforget about each other.” Let us make an effort so that Buddhism,Confucianism and Taoism might all reciprocallyand culture.forget about each other, and walk upon the grand A reviewer path says “Cha Dao is not only a wonderful book on tea, its history, andleading to the eternal Tao!$16.95 + $5 s&h fromthe joy of appreciating its warmth, aroma, and its many flavors, but is also anAbode of the Eternal Taoexcellent primer on Daoist thinking and living. I loved this book. It informed me541.345.8854about tea and the customs surrounding it, lifted my spirit, and sharpened my mind.or your local bookstoreFor those who enjoy tea, it deserves a place on your bookshelf."(autographed copies available)The Empty Vessel Editing ServiceDo you have a book you want to write about your teaching, yourlife experiences or anything else you want to share with the readingpublic? Do you need help with organizing, research, editing,design or even co-writing?We are here to help! With years of experience in writing, editing,publishing and design we can help you make your publishingdream a reality!Are you interested in creating a cd of your classes, lectures, guidedmeditations etc? We can also help design and record originalbackground music for your cd. We can even introduce you to alow-cost and professional way to print your cds.Call us at 541.345.8854 or write to solala@abodetao.com and letus know how we can serve you!34The Empty VesselThe Empty Vessel 19