1. Staffing the Spiritual Office
In Liuren Fajiao, Altar Staffing (An Feng) is the process of formally inviting the Jade-Sealed Shisanlang and other lineage-recognized protectors to take up permanent residence at your ritual station. This transforms a temporary setup into a functioning Spiritual Office that operates with the full mandate of the Ancestral Masters.
2. Core Guardians for Installation
A professional Liuren Altar is "Staffed" by specific Masters and Guardians who hold celestial office:
| Guardian / Master | Celestial Role | Altar Function |
|---|---|---|
| Liuren Xianshi | The Head of the Office. | The source of all lineage authority and Fa-power. |
| Jade-Sealed Shisanlang | The Thirteen Departmental Heads. | Managing specific task categories (Protection, Healing, Recovery). |
| Hutan Xian Shi | Altar-Protecting Masters. | Maintaining the energetic perimeter and bureaucratic security. |
| Two Zeng Masters | Lineage Founders. | Guiding the transmission and ensuring pulse continuity. |
3. The Installation Protocol (安奉正法)
Formally staffing an Altar requires a series of rituals to establish the Covenant of Sincerity:
- Altar Preparation: Cleansing the physical and energetic space using Hua Zi and Fa Water.
- Formal Petition (Biao Wen): Submitting a written request to the celestial office to authorize the installation.
- Kai Guang (Opening the Light): The specific ritual to invite the spirit presence into the tablet or image.
- Establishing the Pulse: Connecting the new station to the main lineage stream through the practitioner's own Dajiao stability.
- Confirmation: Seeking the "YES" through Sheng Bei to ensure the staff has accepted the post.
4. Conclusion: The Covenant of Sincerity
Installing guardians is the beginning of a lifelong Partnership. By maintaining your Altar daily and upholding your lineage vows, you ensure that the Masters and Guardians remain active and responsive. A well-staffed Altar is the most powerful tool a Sanshanjiao practitioner possesses, providing unshakeable protection for the disciple and their community.