Nine Precepts of Healing (from the Huangdi Neijing)

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Such is the Healer’s Code, ancient principles of healing that every modern practitioner should know. These nine precepts extracted from the ninth chapter of Zhongshi 終始第九 Verse 27 in The Spiritual Axis (Lingshu, 靈樞) of the Huangdi Neijing 黃帝內經, or Inner Canons of the Yellow Emperor, offer practical guidance on preventive care in physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. The teachings have proven to be timeless, providing actionable tips for either a self-care healing plan or a checklist guide for any practitioner of the holistic healing arts to integrate. TIMESTAMPS: 00:18 Excerpting Verse 27 of Section 9 in the Spiritual Axis [See also: 05:49] 00:35 Translating “Lingshu, 靈樞” (The Spiritual Axis), a Central Pillar or Pole 01:41 Recitation of Verse 27, Section 9 02:12 What is the Huangdi Neijing 黃帝內經 (Inner Canons): An Overview 04:10 “Treat disease before it arises.” 上工治未病 04:35 Balancing the Three Realms: From the Wu (Shaman) to the Yi (Physician) 天地人三才 06:29 1. 深居靜處 A Consecrated Refuge – One’s space needs to be consecrated (sanitized) 08:19 2. 占神往來 Divination Diagnostics – Study and master a divination system (perceive beyond the five physical senses) 10:50 3. 閉戶塞牖 A Well-Fortified Defense – Establish defense and security methods (mindfully guard your entry points) 13:24 4. 魂魄不散 Prevent Soul Fragmentation – Cure any soul fragmentation; keeping the soul intact; study and master soul retrieval methods 14:43 5. 專意一神 A Singular Divine Purpose – Know and align with your higher calling 17:09 6. 精氣之分 Distinguish Qi 氣 from Jing 精 20:36 7. 毋聞人聲 To Walk Undeterred – Ignore the noise 21:59 8. 以收其精 Preserve Your Jing 精 – Employ methods to preserve your Jing 23:32 9. 必一其神，令志在鍼 Unify Will and Purpose – Qi needs to be aligned with one’s divine purpose 25:18 Building Your Healing Practice from the Nine Precepts