Spiritual Cultivation and Movement
Do spirit movement and perception remove the need for scriptures and mantras?
English translation draft · Based on the Chinese article. This is not a word-for-word translation approved by Master Shengyuan.
No. In Sheng Zhen Men’s experience they cannot replace recitation. I have met friends focusing only on sitting and movement, assuming connection with deities removes scripture time. I consider that less ideal practice.
Scriptures and mantras offer closeness and resonance. Texts, praises and proclamations describe divine virtue, vows and deeds. Reciting also introduces the deity respected and allows learning from that spirit beyond sensations.
Where convenient and not disturbing others, recite aloud so your ears hear and intentions enter more clearly. Quiet recitation is possible when volume is unsuitable. Our experience favors audible sound while respecting the environment.
Recitation and sitting steady spirituality and nurture energy, while movement circulates. These cooperate. Character, virtue and a helping heart matter more, with compassion and vows gradually supporting divine resonance. Bodily motion or increased perceptions cannot set other work aside.