Tao Thay Shang Men – English

From : Rudy
Question :
In essence, Rudy mentioned that he pray in the morning and afternoon at home in front of the altar. However, he is confused about the correct rituals and the things he experienced lately. He also asked about how to manage statues on an altar, because he is afraid to make mistakes in this case. He wants to know more about Taoism and learn how to conduct a ritual to put a statue on altar (Khai Kuang).

Answer :
First of all, we are happy to hear that you have interest in Taoism. In Jakarta, you can visit a temple in Duta Harapan Indah, Teluk Gong. You can pass your enquiry and ask for books to read about the true Taoism. And if it is fated, you can learn Taoism in a deeper level and understand about the process of Lien Kung and the rest that have been mentioned in this forum. Lien Kung isn’t the same as reading Paritta.
Due to so many statues at your altar, we think as long you put it in the proper manner, it should be fine. Only one thing should be pointed out that the statue of Du Ti Kong (God of Land) must be put on the altar, not below it. If it is put below the table, it shows lack of understanding. For example: Should the office of Minister of Agriculture build in the middle of jungle or rice field? If you see a picture of you placed below a table, how do you feel?
Things you experienced lately, by noting that you pray very regularly to Kwan Im Goddess, we think they are just signs of hurdles in life. Pray harder and learn the True Tao, find the correct path and understanding, so you wouldn’t be confused any more.
It would be better if you can learn Taoism and be a normal person. Avoid yourself from getting in to incorrect way of learning Tao by practicing Lo Thung.