The Dual Energy Flow and Living Source of the Observer in “Contemplating the Impurities of the Body”. 3Dec24. 1608hrs.

The Dual Energy Flow and Living Source of the Observer in “Contemplating the Impurities of the Body”

In the practice of contemplating the body’s impurities, energy manifests as a transformative journey: from delusion to truth, and finally to the integration of Dharma body (法身) and wisdom life (慧命). These flows symbolize the unity of cosmic and human energies, pointing to a profound spiritual realization.

1. First Layer: Delusion-Mind Energy Flow (妄心能量流)

• Energy Nature:

The energy of delusion arises from attachment and false identification with the body, which must be observed, understood, and let go.

• Symbolic Location:

Found at the crown chakra (顶轮), corresponding to the Southern Vermilion Bird (南朱雀) at the “Moon Cavern Time” (月窟时). This represents the clarity of perception.

• Energy Direction:

Flows inward as delusions are dissolved through direct observation, transforming into the light of awareness.

• Function:

Enables practitioners to transcend false identification with the body, paving the way for realizing true awareness.

• Analogy:

Like dust dispersed in the sunlight, delusions dissolve under the light of mindfulness, revealing the clear sky within.

2. Second Layer: True-Mind Energy Flow (真心能量流)

• Energy Nature:

True-mind energy reflects the pure awareness that arises after seeing the impermanence and impurity of the body. This awareness nurtures inner peace and wisdom.

• Symbolic Location:

Found at the root chakra (海底轮), corresponding to the Northern Black Tortoise (北玄武) at the “Root of Heaven” (天根处). This symbolizes the deep reservoir of life’s essence.

• Energy Direction:

Flows outward as clarity and awareness radiate from the inner core of being, transforming insights into strength and wisdom.

• Function:

Accesses the unchanging, pure foundation of life, anchoring the practitioner in stability and insight.

• Analogy:

Like a deep ocean current, calm and powerful, supporting the continuity of life’s flow.

3. Living Source: Dharma Body and Wisdom Life Energy Flow

The living source is the culmination of both delusion and truth energies, integrating into the totality of being:

• Dharma Body Energy Flow (法身能量流):

• Nature: Represents the transcendent and universal nature of existence, unbounded by time and space.

• Symbolic Location: Found at the heart chakra (心轮), corresponding to the Western White Tiger (西白虎) at the “Gathering Point” (收敛处).

• Function: Gathers all illusions and realities into the boundless field of awareness, bringing all dualities to completion.

• Analogy: Like the harvest season, when life’s fruits ripen and reveal their full essence.

• Wisdom Life Energy Flow (慧命能量流):

• Nature: Represents the creative force of wisdom and compassion, continuously generating enlightened action.

• Symbolic Location: Found at the heart chakra, corresponding to the Eastern Azure Dragon (东青龙) at the “Emerging Time” (生发时).

• Function: Sparks new possibilities, cultivating boundless compassion and the aspiration for enlightenment.

• Analogy: Like the sprouting of seeds in spring, manifesting the infinite potential of life.

• Unified Energy:

The “living source” is anchored in the Middle Qilin (中麒麟), representing the timeless point where all energies converge, integrating the soul (三魂) and spirit (七魄).

Summary of the Energy Flow Path

1. Crown Chakra (Delusion-Mind Energy): Observing and letting go of attachments clears the path to awakening.

2. Root Chakra (True-Mind Energy): Deep realization of truth anchors the practitioner in ultimate clarity.

3. Heart Chakra (Dharma Body and Wisdom Life): Fusing compassion and wisdom to achieve spiritual completeness.

4. Whole Body (Living Source): Awareness permeates every cell, manifesting as the seamless flow of presence.

This dual energy flow not only deepens the practice of contemplating the body’s impurities but also embodies the cosmic journey of awakening and integration, showing the path to ultimate liberation.