ASCETICISM. PROLONGATION OF LIFE

Asceticism and seclusion, produced by the Universalistic discipline. Tao shi or Taoist doctors.

Hagiography. Monastic life, influenced by Mahayanistic Buddhism. Prolongation of life by virtue. Transition to a future life. P’eng-tsu. Wisdom and study leading to longevity and exorcising magical power. Artificial prolongation of life by pulmonic gymnastics and animated medicines. The development of the medical art under the influence of Universalism.

The Paradise of Si Wang Mu and the immortal saints.