1. The Art of Spiritual Boundaries (封山正傳)
In Liuren Fajiao, Mountain Sealing (封山 - Feng Shan) is the advanced discipline of "Locking" a spiritual site, tomb, or property to prevent external interference and ensure the stability of the resident Qi. This is a core competency of the Sanshanjiao (Three Mountains Teaching) , focusing on the Xiang (Physiognomy) and environmental arts.
2. Functional Ritual Dynamics
Sealing a mountain involves creating an unshakeable "Energetic Dead-bolt" around the property's primary pulse points.
| Method | Metaphysical Action | Ritual Objective |
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| An Zuo (Altar Anchoring) | Stabilizing the "Seat" of the deity or tablet. | Connecting the shrine to the property's "Dragon Qi." |
| Feng Shan Fu (Sealing Fu) | Locking the Five Gates of the property. | Preventing "Wild Spirits" or Sha from entering. |
| Guardian Assignment | Assigning permanent Bing Ma to the boundary. | 24/7 spiritual overwatch of the physical site. |
3. Environmental Security & Altar Siting
Advanced practitioners use Xuan Kong and Six Ren calculations to identify the "Dragon Heart" before sealing.
- Ancestral Sites (Yin Zhai): Sealing the tomb to prevent "Soul Leaking" and ensure the lineage merit remains concentrated.
- Sanctuaries (Yang Zhai): "Locking" the practice hall so that high-stakes rituals (like Wuleijiao strikes) do not cause environmental instability.
- Public Safety: Temporarily "Sealing" a dangerous mountain or water crossing to protect the Liu Min (Vagabond) class from environmental hazards.
4. Lineage Security: The Sovereign Boundary
Mountain Sealing is an act of Sovereignty . By locking the site, the practitioner formally declares the territory to be under the protection and jurisdiction of the Liuren Xianshi . This prevents unauthorized spiritual intrusion and ensures the property remains a "Station" for the lineage pulse.
- Righteous Sealing: The boundary is established to ensure that rituals performed within the site are contained and that the "Dragon Pulse" of the earth is not drained by external Sha.
- Conduct: The seal is maintained by the practitioner's daily sincerity. If the resident fails to maintain the Altar, the "Dead-bolt" will eventually weaken, allowing external influences to return.
Technical Tip:
When performing a Feng Shan ritual, use the Flower Character for "Earth Stability" over the primary threshold and the central anchor point of the property. This "Locks" the Qi both vertically and horizontally. Sincerity today ensures that the Altar's office remains unshakeable tomorrow.
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