Exorcism
Daoist rituals, Buddhist sutras, and the ancient arts of banishing evil spirits
5 articles
Daoist Exorcism Rituals Explained: How to Kick Out a Demon the Chinese Way
Daoist exorcism isn't about holy water and crucifixes. It's a bureaucratic process involving paperwork, cosmic authority, and the firm belief that demons...
Exorcism in Chinese Culture: How to Get Rid of Ghosts (According to Tradition)
Daoist priests, Buddhist monks, spirit mediums, and your grandmother all have different methods for dealing with ghosts. Some involve talismans.
Modern Exorcism in Chinese Communities: When Ancient Rituals Meet the 21st Century
Daoist exorcists now use WeChat to schedule appointments and YouTube to learn techniques. The demons haven't changed much, but the delivery method has.
Talismans and Fu: The Ancient Art of Paper Magic
Daoist talismans look like abstract art but function like software code — precise instructions written in a language that spirits can read.
Zhong Kui: The Demon Queller Who Failed His Exams
China's most famous demon hunter was an ugly scholar who killed himself after being denied his rightful honors.