This quiz tests Taoist School Selector Lay follower of Quanzhen- While emphasizing monastic life, Quanzhen Taoism has attracted a substantial following among unaffiliated Asians. In the mid 19th Century, many laymen who were influenced by Quanzhen teachings and cultivations began organizing civic groups and shrine societies, often inspired by those claiming to have been visited by Lu Dongbin, Mazu, or other Immortals. Mainly arising in Guangzhou and Hong Kong, these Daotan (Taoist Shrine) societies facilitated the practice of Quanzhen arts, as made available to the public, and social betterment programs. Often they were wrapped up in moralistic crusades, emphasizing Quanzhen Taoism's focus on right action and the benefits of good karma. While not officially endorsed by Quanzhen authorities, there seemed to be some unofficial influence exerted by them on these groups. Members of Daotan societies were either uninitiated or received low-level jushi status (a Buddhist term for a layperson who took vows), thus reflecting some Quanzhen direction. In Hong Kong, some of these societies became powerful charitable organizations, exerting great influence on business and civic life. While not all lay Taoists are of Quanzhen influence or direction, the Quanzhen school seems to have been more flexible in allowing a lay category, especially as full initiates are expected to live more austere lives, apart from the public at large, than their Tianshi counterparts. Religion Knowledge Quizzes, Trivia, IQ Tests
This Religion IQ Quiz is based upon the selector Taoist School Selector by Ming Miaoxue. Test your knowledge of: Lay follower of Quanzhen- While emphasizing monastic life, Quanzhen Taoism has attracted a substantial following among unaffiliated Asians. In the mid 19th Century, many laymen who were influenced by Quanzhen teachings and cultivations began organizing civic groups and shrine societies, often inspired by those claiming to have been visited by Lu Dongbin, Mazu, or other Immortals. Mainly arising in Guangzhou and Hong Kong, these Daotan (Taoist Shrine) societies facilitated the practice of Quanzhen arts, as made available to the public, and social betterment programs. Often they were wrapped up in moralistic crusades, emphasizing Quanzhen Taoism's focus on right action and the benefits of good karma. While not officially endorsed by Quanzhen authorities, there seemed to be some unofficial influence exerted by them on these groups. Members of Daotan societies were either uninitiated or received low-level jushi status (a Buddhist term for a layperson who took vows), thus reflecting some Quanzhen direction. In Hong Kong, some of these societies became powerful charitable organizations, exerting great influence on business and civic life. While not all lay Taoists are of Quanzhen influence or direction, the Quanzhen school seems to have been more flexible in allowing a lay category, especially as full initiates are expected to live more austere lives, apart from the public at large, than their Tianshi counterparts.
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