Tao Ritual Manual. Second Edition

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1 Tao Ritual Manual Second Edition 12 th October, 2015

2 No Table of Contents Page No 1 Preface 1 2 The Meaning of Ritual 2 3 Lighting Up/Sending Off Buddha Lamps 7 4 List of Names 9 5 Arrival / Departure Ritual 11 6 Daily (Morning / Evening) Ritual 12 7 New Moon (Full Moon) Ritual 15 8 Fruit Offering Ritual 19

3 Preface Tao rituals are the prerequisite course of instruction in Tao cultivation. Its disciplines not only serve as the oral compass of Tao cultivators, but also possess the power to educate and transform all people. The ancient Confucian scholars taught that the one who understood rituals was also the one who could manage the world and interpersonal relationships. The sages utilized none other than this principle to excel in everything from spiritual practice to statesmanship. Therefore, it is said: "With sincere intent, cultivate the self, the family, and the nation, thus bringing peace to the world." This is the ripple effect of the Tao that we seek. In view of the tireless work of all the Masters and Tao Brethens inspired by the Divine Decree to spread the Tao, and out of concern for the language differences becoming a barrier in expressing the teachings, we felt the need to translate and compile the Tao Disciplines and Rituals into English. We believe this work will facilitate the fulfilment of Shi Zun's (our Holy Teacher) great wish to share the Tao with the entire world. Under the compassionate directive of our Masters, we published the beginner Guide that serves as an Introductory handbook in March, 2013 to better serve the needs of these modern times. Our intent is to make the English translations as readable as possible, and yet still preserve the original intent of our Holy Teacher. If this compilation is inadequate in any way, please do not hesitate to let us know. 1

4 The Meaning of Rituals There is a question about rituals that comes up from time to time: "Why do we need to practice any rituals at all? Aren't rituals all about dogma? And isn't dogma the opposite of the Tao, which is all about freedom?" This is an idea that makes sense to those caught in the trap of empty talk, but fails the reality check. If we really don't need rituals, then what about weddings and funerals? Do these rituals not have a special power in and of themselves? Why is it that every group of people throughout history has its own highly specific customs for such special occasions? Those who speak against rituals may not be aware that they themselves practice small, personal rituals as they go about their daily activities. The truth is that rituals have their integral place in the human psyche. We can say that it is the way of human beings to have rituals. Rituals are an inextricable part of the human experience, part of the Tao of humanity. Discipline It is a misconception to say that the Tao is all about freedom. Freedom and discipline are two sides of the same coin. They complement each other in yin and yang interactions and dynamics. The Tao is about the totality, not just one side of it. It is possible to practice discipline to excess, which the principle of moderation informs us is at odds with the Tao. Discipline by itself is a neutral quantity. It represents the middle road between imposing impossible demands on yourself and letting yourself do whatever your whims dictate. Therefore, discipline is completely congruent with the principle of moderation, and thus the Tao. It is a general rule in the world that your achievements will usually correspond to the extent to which you impose discipline on yourself, up to but not exceeding the optimum point. The same is true in cultivation. Discipline leads to spiritual progress, which in turn leads to improvements in every aspect of life. This is why we regard rituals as being very important they are reliable, proven ways of practicing consistent self-discipline. Meditation A Tao ritual is a form of moving meditation. This is unlike sitting mediation, where the body is kept as still as possible. In the Tao, we recognize that everything in the world is constantly changing, and yet it is still possible to maintain peace of mind no matter what is happening around us. The design of the ritual reflects this wisdom. The body may go through continuous movements, but the 2

5 mind settles down, like muddy water gradually becoming clear. This allows us to access a fundamental state of tranquility and clarity a state that is unaffected by any chaotic external conditions. Gratitude The Tao rituals are not transactions with deities where you ask for blessings, health, prosperity or protection in exchange for promises of good behaviour on your part. Those who cultivate correctly will automatically enjoy such benefits as a natural consequence of cultivation. Therefore, in rituals we do not request the good things in life. Instead, we connect with a profound sense of appreciation for all the good things that have already come into our lives When we do that, the power of gratitude elevates us to an entirely new level of spirituality. Reflection The Tao Rituals are also not a form of therapy where you confess your sins and beg for forgiveness. This does not mean we disregard the bad things we have done. Rituals are a time for deep contemplation when we reflect upon the past in order to learn from it. What has occurred? What exactly did I do? Have I been able to follow the Tao in both actions and words? Have I done others wrong? What can I do differently, or better? The divine beings in a Tao ritual play an important role in this process of reflection. They represent virtues we can cultivate and they set examples for us to follow. As we pay respects to each deity, we are also asking ourselves specific questions: Have I acted toward others honourably? Have I treated people with the generosity of the Maitreya Buddha? Have I been able to come to someone's rescue, mirroring the great compassion of Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva? Awareness In addition to reviewing the past, we also need to focus on the present when we practice rituals. By centring ourselves, we can bring our fragmented mind back together into a coherent whole. We can then direct our attention to the here and now. We notice not only what is happening at this very moment, but also the goodness, power and joy inherent in it. When we are completely present in this manner, we can bring ourselves into alignment with the Tao. 3

6 Humility Finally, rituals are a crucial practice in humility. We can all agree that being humble is a defining characteristic of a great cultivator. We often talk about the danger of arrogance and the necessity of managing the ego. We pay much lip service to the virtue of humility, and yet the questions still remain: Can we actually be humble? Can our actions match our words? A ritual can be seen as a microcosm of life. It's a practical, real-world application of the Tao. It represents the point where the rubber meets the road. What happens to your ideal of humility when you have to actually put it into action? When it comes right down to it, are you capable of lowering yourself, or will your ego prevent you from doing so? Are you able to recognize not just your specialness, but also your insignificance? Rituals are a critical test for every cultivator of spirituality. Significance of Rituals and etiquettes Rituals and etiquettes involve the learning of good manners, rules of living and important social relations skills. Hence learning and applying them will help us to achieve the right note in our relationship with others. Performing the rituals has a long term effect on us and inadvertently has a virtuous influence on us. It brings about inner discipline and forms our good habits. Instinctively we will become more considerate, humble and service to others. In the long run, and in a wider context, a society will be able to share a common code of conduct and a common core of experience. They will treat one another with courtesy and consideration. Above all, rituals should be performed with sincerity and not be rigidly applied so long as the essence is maintained. When politeness comes from the heart and sincerity appears in our behaviour, we will become a virtuous person. 4

7 Significance of Arrival and Departure Rituals The arrival and departure ritual is to show respect to the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas and to remind oneself as one enters and leaves a sanctuary. It is to welcome our heart return to its original place. It is similar to when we reach home, we inform and pay respects to our Parents immediately after we arrive. As we depart the temple, we say farewell and gear ourselves to face the world. It reminds us to stay true to the True Nature and not distracted by the attractions of the material world. Significance of Morning and Evening Rituals The Daily ritual is usually performed twice daily, morning (between 5 am and 7 am) and evening (between 5 pm and 7 pm). This ritual serves several purposes to remind us the following before we set out in our daily life routines, (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) Realize and reawaken the Buddha Nature within us, Pay homage to Almighty God, all Buddhas, Saints, Sages, Patriarchs, Matriarchs, and also our ancestors. Daily repentance; reflection of one s deeds and to correct oneself from one s past mistakes. Be grateful to the bountiful blessings from Buddha Land. By doing this a cultivator should feel revitalized after this ritual, remind oneself to aspire to learn from the saints and becoming virtuous every day. Significance of the Fruits Offering Ritual This offering ritual is normally performed preceding other rituals such as New Moon and Full Moon rituals, Tao receiving ritual and Tao seminar. The ritual comprises two parts: (i) offering tea and (ii) offering fruits. The significance of this ritual is to show our sincerity, respect and gratitude to the Buddhas. Thus one must be solemn, sincere and quiet while performing this ritual. 5

8 Significance of the New & Full Moon Ritual This ritual takes place every fortnightly. It is an opportunity for us to reflect on our past two weeks actions and to repent before our Eternal Mater. Prior to the prayers, the offering of incense, tea, water and fruits will take place, thus one must be solemn, sincere, respectful and quiet while performing this ritual and prayers. 6

9 Lighting Up and Sending Off of Buddha Lamps Before any official event such as performing the rituals or revision of the Three (3) Treasures, we have to light up the Buddha Lamps. The procedures for lighting up (sending off) of Buddha Lamps are as follows: Lighting Up Buddha Lamps 1. Approach the Altar with full sincerity and respect. 2. If there is audience present, face the audience and inform them that one is ready to light up the Buddha Lamps. 3. Announce publicly and face the audience by saying 恭迎佛驾 (Gong Ying Fo Jia) loudly so that all present are aware of the event. 4. Then, face the Altar, make a Sign Bow follow with a bow and pick up the incense from the canistger at the right hand of the upper table, dip with oil and light it with the lighter provided. 5. Lighting sequence will start from the Middle Lamp on the upper table (Lamp No 1), then the lamp on the right when facing the Altar (Lamp No2). Then proceed to light the lamp on the left of the lower table (Lamp No 3). When passing through in front of the Altar from the position of Lamp No 2 to Lamp No 3, one must bend the upper body a bit to show respect to the Buddha Images. 6. After the lighting sequence, place the incense back to the canister. 7. Make a Sign Bow then announce with a firm voice One Bow to The Buddha with a bow. 7

10 Sending Off Buddha Lamps 1. Approach the Altar with full sincerity and respect. 2. Open the drawer on the right side of the lower table and take out the lamp quenching hood and place it on the lower table. 3. If there is audience present, face the audience and inform them that one is ready to send off the Buddha Lamps. 4. Announce publicly and face the audience by saying 恭送佛驾 (Gong Song Fo Jia) loudly so that all present are aware of the event. 5. Then, face the Altar, make a Sign Bow follow with a bow and pick up the flame quenching hood. 6. Quenching sequence will start from Lamp No 3, then Lamp No 2 and finally Lamp No1.Again, when passing through in front of the Altar from the position of Lamp No 3 to Lamp No 2, one must bend the upper body a bit to show respect to the Buddha Images. 7. After the quenching sequence is done, place the flame quenching hood on the lower table. 8. Make a Sign Bow then announce with a firm voice One Bow to The Buddha with a bow. 8

11 明明上帝 (Ming Ming Shang Di) Pristine Buddha (very first Buddha) 諸天神聖 (Zhu Tian Shen Sheng) All Buddhas and Bodhisattvas 彌勒祖師 (Mi Le Zu Shi) Maitreya Buddha 南海古佛 (Nan Hai Gu Fo) Nan Hai Ancient Buddha 活佛師尊 (Huo Fo Shi Zun) Ji Gong Living Buddha 月慧菩薩 (Yue Hui Pu Sa) Yue Hui Bodhisattva 各位法律主 (Ge Wei Fa Lv Zhu) Lords of Discipline 灶君 (Zao Jun) Lord of Kitchen 師尊 (Shi Zun) Patriarch 師母 (Shi Mu) Matriarch 鎮殿元帥 (Zhen Dian Yuan Shuai) The Guardian Marshal 鎮殿將軍 (Zhen Dian Jiang Jun) The Guardian General 教化菩薩 (Jiao Hua Pu Sa) Jiao Hua Bodhisattva 各位大仙 (Ge Wei Da Xian) All Great Immortals 老前人 (Lao Qian Ren) Grand Senior Elder 前人 (Qian Ren) Senior Elder List of Names (Titles)

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13 點傳師 (Dian Chuan Shi) Tao Transmitting Master 引保師 (Yin Bao Shi) Tao Introducer and Guarantor 前人大衆 (Qian Ren Da Zhong) All Tao Seniors 自己祖先 (Zi Ji Zu Xian) Ancestors of Individual 金公祖師 (Jin Gong Zu Shi) Jin Gong Patriarch 天然古佛 (Tian Ran Gu Fo) Tian Ran Ancient Buddha 中華聖母 (Zhong Hua Sheng Mu) Zhong Hua Holy Mother 白水聖帝 (Bai Shui Sheng Di) Pure Water Heavenly Lord 不休息菩薩 (Bu Xiu Xi Pu Sa) Non-resting Bodhisattva 白陽大仙 (Bai Yang Da Xian) Immortals of the White Yang Period 南无阿弥十佛天元 (Na Mo O Mi Shi Fo Tian Yuan) Take Refuge with Maitreya Buddha 恭迎佛驾 (Gong Ying Fo Jia) Respectfully Welcome Arrival of Buddhas 恭送佛驾 (Gong Song Fo Jia) Respectfully Send off Buddhas

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15 Arrival / Departure Ritual Primary Ritual Enforcer Secondary Ritual Enforcer Sign Bow, Kneel 明明上帝 Ming Ming Shang Di 5 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow, 4 Bow, 5 Bow 諸天神聖 Zhu Tian Shen Sheng 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow 彌勒祖師 Mi Le Zu Shi 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow 南海古佛 Nan Hai Gu Fo 1 Bow 1 Bow 活佛師尊 Huo Fo Shi Zun 1 Bow 1 Bow 月慧菩薩 Yue Hui Pu Sa 1 Bow 1 Bow 師尊 Shi Zun 1 Bow 1 Bow 師母 Shi Mu 1 Bow 1 Bow 點傳師 Dian Chuan Shi 1 Bow 1 Bow 引保師 Yin Bao Shi 1 Bow 1 Bow 前人大衆 Qian Ren Da Zhong 1 Bow 1 Bow (If Tao Transmitting Master is present in the Temple) Rise, Sign Bow, (All except the Master) Kneel 點傳師 Dian Chuan Shi 1 Bow 1 Bow Rise, Sign Bow, Arrival (Departure) Ritual Complete Hands Down, Bow, Dismiss 11

16 Daily (Morning / Evening) Ritual For Public Temple: Offer 15 Incense For Family Temple: Offer 9 Incense

17 Daily (Morning / Evening) Ritual Primary Ritual Enforcer Secondary Ritual Enforcer Sign Bow, Kneel Offer 5 Incense Offer 3 Incense Offer 1 Incense, 4 Offer, 5 Offer 1 Offer 明明上帝 Ming Ming Shang Di 10 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow. 10 Bow 諸天神聖 Zhu Tian Shen Sheng 5 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow, 4 Bow, 5 Bow 彌勒祖師 Mi Le Zu Shi 5 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow, 4 Bow, 5 Bow 南海古佛 Nan Hai Gu Fo 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow 活佛師尊 Huo Fo Shi Zun 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow 月慧菩薩 Yue Hui Pu Sa 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow 各位法律主 Ge Wei Fa Lv Zhu 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow 灶君 Zao Jun 1 Bow 1 Bow 師尊 Shi Zun 1 Bow 1 Bow 師母 Shi Mu 1 Bow 1 Bow 鎮殿元帥 Zhen Dian Yuan Shuai 1 Bow 1 Bow 鎮殿將軍 Zhen Dian Jiang Jun 1 Bow 1 Bow 教化菩薩 Jiao Hua Pu Sa 1 Bow 1 Bow 各位大仙 Ge Wei Da Xian 1 Bow 1 Bow 老前人 Lao Qian Ren 1 Bow 1 Bow 前人 Qian Ren 1 Bow 1 Bow 點傳師 Dian Chuan Shi 1 Bow 1 Bow 引保師 Yin Bao Shi 1 Bow 1 Bow 前人大衆 Qian Ren Da Zhong 1 Bow 1 Bow 自己祖先 Zi Ji Zu Xian 1 Bow 1 Bow 13

18 Silently read the prayer of repentance Please state your full name Sincerely kneeling before Ming Ming Shang Di blessed with the Authentic Transmission 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow Maitreya Buddha with Infinite Wondrous Dharma protecting all Sentient Beings, I repent before Him, to correct my errors and renew myself so that we may complete the work together 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow May Maitreya Buddha pardon the sins that I have committed 10 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow. 10 Bow Na Mo O Mi Shi Fo Tian Yuan 10 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow. 10 Bow 金公祖師 Jin Gong Zu Shi 5 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow, 4 Bow, 5 Bow 天然古佛 Tian Ran Gu Fo 5 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow, 4 Bow, 5 Bow 中華聖母 Zhong Hua Sheng Mu 5 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow, 4 Bow, 5 Bow 白水聖帝 Bai Shui Sheng Di 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow 不休息菩薩 Bu Xiu Xi Pu Sa 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow 白陽大仙 Bai Yang Da Xian 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow Thanks to the Great Mercy of The Eternal Mater Rise, Sign Bow, Morning (Evening) Ritual Complete, Hands Down, Bow, Dismiss 100 Bow 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 1 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 2 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 3 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 4 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 5 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 6 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 7 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 8 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 9 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 100 Bow 14

19 New Moom (Full Moon) Ritual Primary Ritual Enforcer Sign Bow, Kneel, Offer First 3 Incense Secondary Ritual Enforcer 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow Rise, Kneel, Offer Second 3 Incense 4 Offer, 5 Offer, 6 Offer 3 Bow 4 Bow, 5 Bow, 6 Bow Rise, Kneel, Offer Final 3 Incense 7 Offer, 8 Offer, 9 Offer 3 Bow 7 Bow, 8 Bow, 9 Bow Rise, Sign Bow, Kneel Offer 5 Incense, 4 Offer, 5 Offer 5 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow, 4 Bow, 5 Bow Rise, Sign Bow, Kneel Offer 5 Incense, 4 Offer, 5 Offer 明明上帝 Ming Ming Shang Di 10 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow. 10 Bow Rise, Sign Bow, Kneel Offer 3 Incense 諸天神聖 Zhu Tian Shen Sheng 9 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow Bow Rise, Sign Bow, Kneel Offer 3 Incense 彌勒祖師 Mi Le Zu Shi 9 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow Bow Rise, Sign Bow, Kneel Offer 3 Incense 南海古佛 Nan Hai Gu Fo 5 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow, 4 Bow, 5 Bow 15

20 Offer 3 Incense 活佛師尊 Huo Fo Shi Zun 5 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow, 4 Bow, 5 Bow Offer 3 Incense 月慧菩薩 Yue Hui Pu Sa 5 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow, 4 Bow, 5 Bow Offer 3 Incense 各位法律主 Ge Wei Fa Lv Zhu 5 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow, 4 Bow, 5 Bow Offer 3 Incense 灶君 Zao Jun 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow 師尊 Shi Zun 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow 師母 Shi Mu 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow Offer 3 Incense 鎮殿元帥 Zhen Dian Yuan Shuai 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow 鎮殿將軍 Zhen Dian Jiang Jun 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow 教化菩薩 Jiao Hua Pu Sa 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow 各位大仙 Ge Wei Da Xian 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow 老前人 Lao Qian Ren 1 Bow 1 Bow 前人 Qian Ren 1 Bow 1 Bow 點傳師 Dian Chuan Shi 1 Bow 1 Bow 引保師 Yin Bao Shi 1 Bow 1 Bow 前人大衆 Qian Ren Da Zhong 1 Bow 1 Bow 自己祖先 Zi Ji Zu Xian 1 Bow 1 Bow Rise, Sign Bow, Kneel 16

21 Offer 3 Incense 金公祖師 Jin Gong Zu Shi 5 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow, 4 Bow, 5 Bow Offer 3 Incense 天然古佛 Tian Ran Gu Fo 5 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow, 4 Bow, 5 Bow Offer 3 Incense 中華聖母 Zhong Hua Sheng Mu 5 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow, 4 Bow, 5 Bow Offer 1 Incense Offer 1 Incense 1 Offer 1 Offer 白水聖帝 Bai Shui Sheng Di 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow 不休息菩薩 Bu Xiu Xi Pu Sa 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow Offer 1 Incense 1 Offer 白陽大仙 Bai Yang Da Xian 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow Rise, Sign Bow, Kneel 10 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow. 10 Bow Please Kneel Upright (Straight) Please State Your Full Name, now we all sincerely repent and beg for pardon from our Eternal Mater for the mistake that we have done for the past 2 weeks. Thanks to the Great Mercy of The Eternal Mater 500 Bow 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 1 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 2 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 3 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 4 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 5 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 6 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 7 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 8 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 9 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 100 Bow 17

22 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 1 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 2 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 3 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 4 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 5 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 6 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 7 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 8 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 9 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 200 Bow 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 1 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 2 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 3 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 4 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 5 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 6 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 7 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 8 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 9 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 400 Bow Rise, Sign Bow, New (Full) Moon Ritual Complete, Hands Down, Bow, Dismiss 18 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 1 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 2 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 3 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 4 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 5 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 6 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 7 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 8 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 9 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 300 Bow 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 1 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 2 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 3 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 4 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 5 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 6 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 7 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 8 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 9 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 500 Bow

23 1. Prepare the Urn and incense 2. Fruit Offering Ritual ( Public Temple 15 plates and Family Temple 5 plates) 3. Offer Incense and bowing. Fruit Offering Ritual Primary Ritual Enforcer Secondary Ritual Enforcer Let The Offering Ritual Begins Please invite the officiator to take position to offer the incense Sign Bow, Kneel Offer 3 Incense 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow Rise, Sign Bow, Bow, Dismiss Assume Standby Position Sign Bow to Each Other Proceed to Kneeling Position Sign Bow, Kneel 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow Rise, Sign Bow Proceed to Offering Position Sign Bow, The 2 Behind Kneel Sign Bow 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow Bring Forward The Offering Kneel, Raise to Eye Brow Level Sign Bow 1 Bow Offer, Sincerely Offer (Upper Purity Lower Turbid) Sign Bow 1 Bow Bring Forward The Offering Kneel, Raise to Eye Brow Level Sign Bow 1 Bow Offer, Sincerely Offer (Lower Hand Place in the Middle) Sign Bow 1 Bow Bring Forward The Offering Kneel, Raise to Eye Brow Level 19

24 Offer, Sincerely Offer (Upper Hand Place in the Middle) Sign Bow Bring Forward The Offering Kneel, Raise to Eye Brow Level Offer, Sincerely Offer Sign Bow Bring Forward The Offering Kneel, Raise to Eye Brow Level Offer, Sincerely Offer Sign Bow Bring Forward The Offering Kneel, Raise to Eye Brow Level Offer, Sincerely Offer Sign Bow 1 Bow 1 Bow Sign Bow 1 Bow 1 Bow Sign Bow 1 Bow 1 Bow Sign Bow 1 Bow (Repeat the offering process before presenting the final offering) Bring Forward The Offering Kneel, Raise to Eye Brow Level Sign Bow 1 Bow Offer, Sincerely Offer Sign Bow 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow Rise, Sign Bow Together Return to the Kneeling Position Sign Bow, Kneel 3 Bow 1 Bow, 2 Bow, 3 Bow Rise, Sign Bow Return to the Standby Position Sign Bow to Each Other Offering Ritual Complete, Hands Down, Bow, Dismiss 20