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Noun hsuan chiao has 1 sense
- Taoism, Hsuan Chiao - popular Chinese philosophical system based in teachings of Lao-tzu but characterized by a pantheism of many gods and the practices of alchemy and divination and magic
--1 is a kind of religion, faith, religious belief
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Term: Hsüan Chiao
Definition: Hsüan Chiao is a term used in Chinese Buddhism to refer to the "Mysterious Teaching." It is a branch of Buddhism that combines elements of Taoism, Confucianism, and Buddhism. Hsüan Chiao focuses on the cultivation of inner wisdom and the attainment of enlightenment.
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- Noun (Proper): Hsüan Chiao refers to a specific branch of Chinese Buddhism, characterized by a blend of Taoist, Confucian, and Buddhist principles.
- Noun: Hsüan Chiao can also refer to the teachings and practices associated with the Hsüan Chiao branch of Buddhism.
Sample Sentences:
- The Hsüan Chiao tradition emphasizes the importance of finding harmony between nature and the self.
- Hsüan Chiao practitioners engage in meditation and introspection as part of their spiritual practices.
- Many temples in China follow the Hsüan Chiao tradition and serve as centers for Buddhist teachings and rituals.
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