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Taoist Feng Shui: The Ancient Roots of the Chinese Art of Placement [Paperback]

Susan Levitt
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Book Description

December 1, 1999
• The first book to explain how feng shui developed from the Taoist systems of astrology, yin and yang, and the five elements.

• Provides a background on Taoist philosophy to help readers better understand the principles of feng shui and how to use them properly.

• Helps readers improve home, business, garden, property, neighborhoods, and much more.

The Chinese art of feng shui has become extremely popular in the West, but too often advice on the subject consists of overly simplistic instructions for rearranging one's house without any explanation of the profound philosophical system behind these changes. The ancient Taoists developed feng shui from their understanding of the subtle interplay of energies that make up the universe, and no true mastery of feng shui is possible without a knowledge of Taoism. Taoist Feng Shui provides step-by-step guidelines for improving your home, business, garden, property, and neighborhood using this ancient system of knowledge.

In Taoist Feng Shui, Susan Levitt traces the history of feng shui and shows how it is grounded in knowledge of yin and yang and the five Taoist elements of fire, earth, metal, water, and wood, as well as many other principles essential to Taoism. Once a background in Taoism is established, readers can better understand the philosophy behind concepts such as choosing the best colors for each room of the home, room-by-room furniture placement, yin and yang balance, correct lighting, outdoor landscaping, the function of hallways and entrances, and the proper use of mirrors, crystals, fountains, and other feng shui tools. With in-depth examples from the author's private feng shui practice, Taoist Feng Shui can help all readers transform their personal environments to create peace, harmony, health, wealth, and good fortune. 


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According to Taoists, all energy (chi) is interconnected--it is the subtle interplay between individual energies, which the ancient Chinese observed in nature led to the development of the art of placement (feng shui). By putting homes, burial grounds, dining rooms, or furniture in the correct spot in relation to other environmental components, such as hills, streams, doorways, or even mirrors, harmonious energies result, thereby creating peaceful, healthy, and prosperous lives for those existing in the energy field of a given place. With this easy-to-understand introduction, the Western reader can quickly adopt and adapt ancient principles relating to magnetism, the four directions, the harmony of opposites (yin and yang), the five elements, color, and light as they relate to space and place to transform their lives. Energy flows--how and where it flows is up to the feng shui practitioner. --P. Randall Cohan

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"Shares just enough Taoist history to make her book an interesting read, but not so much that the reader is confused about the connection between the history and its application to the art of placement. This text offers the reader opportunities to delve into personal attributes, behaviors, likes and dislikes." (Colleen Verbeke, PhenomeNEWS)

Product Details

  • Paperback: 160 pages
  • Publisher: Destiny Books (December 1, 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0892817232
  • ISBN-13: 978-0892817238
  • Product Dimensions: 0.5 x 5.8 x 8.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 9.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #615,050 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Feng Shui Made Easy (and Fun)! February 5, 2000
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Format:Paperback
An exceptional book. Clearly written, inspirational, and a joy to read. Other books on feng shui have left me disheartened, fumbling with a compass and feeling my fate was hopelessly doomed by the layout of my home. However, within minutes of picking up this book, I was already delightfully making little changes here and there. By the time I was finished, my apartment was transformed! The I Ching summary at the end of the book adds a generous bonus to this already invaluable feng shui manual.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wise, insightful, yet practical. August 5, 2000
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Format:Paperback
This is the only book that explains the wisdom and spirituality of Feng Shui in a way that is practical. I read it cover to cover in one sitting because it reads as exciting as a mystery. It was fun to picture in my mind how to apply the info to my own home as I read. Two thumbs up and six stars!
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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Ancient Taoists developed feng shui from an understanding of universal energies, and this guide traces its history and how its knowledge has evolved in conjunction with basic Taoist beliefs. More than just a 'how to' guide, this examines the spiritual foundations of feng shui concepts.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Taoist Feng Shui by Susan Levitt
This is a nice and tidy version of Feng Shui providing history and overview of Chinese culture. This information provides
the reader the information about how some of these... Read more
Published 1 month ago by squee brat
4.0 out of 5 stars From a Taoist's perspective
First off, the calendar dates in the back of the book are the correct starting & ending dates for the years. Read more
Published on August 17, 2010 by Robert Dumont
1.0 out of 5 stars The Tao that is spoken of is not the Tao
The old saying is certainly true in this instance. This book is neither Tao nor Feng Shui. If I had paid more than the shipping cost I would have returned it. Read more
Published on November 2, 2009 by Malcolm Tente
5.0 out of 5 stars clear, practical and fun
I really like practical information and this book is full of it. It was clear and easy to read. I especially thought the insightful chapter on the five elements very applicable... Read more
Published on August 19, 2000
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful guide
A wonderful guide to the Chinese practice of placement from a Taoist perspective. Offers traditional Taoist aspects of feng shui, including the Lo P'an Compass and the I Ching,... Read more
Published on August 18, 2000 by Solala Towler
5.0 out of 5 stars Great material and immediately useful
Susan Levitt has done a fantastic job of pulling together the ancient art of Feng Shui into a format that is understandable and very useful around the house and office. Read more
Published on July 29, 2000
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