1. The Art of Spiritual Governance (三山正法)
In Liuren Fajiao, the Three Mountains Palm (三山掌) is the seal of Authorization and Governance . While the Five Thunder Palm is for combat, the Three Mountains Palm is used to Establish the Altar's Presence , command the Bing Ma (Spiritual Soldiers), and certify the practitioner's authority within the celestial bureaucracy.
2. Functional Ritual Dynamics
The Three Mountains Palm symbolizes the Tripartite Law of Heaven, Earth, and Humanity. It acts as the "Bureaucratic Stamp" of the practitioner.
| Method of Use | Metaphysical Action | Ritual Objective |
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| Sealing the Altar | "Writing the Three Mountains" in the ritual space. | Establishing a spiritual fortress and lineage overwatch. |
| Commanding Troops | Holding the seal while directing Bing Ma . | Providing the "Chain of Command" for spiritual operations. |
| Certifying Petitions | Applying the palm energy to written talismans. | Authorizing the "Vow" in the celestial office. |
3. Sanshanjiao Mastery
Mastery of this palm is the defining characteristic of the Sanshanjiao (Three Mountains Teaching) degree. It represents the practitioner's graduation from a magic "user" to a Ritual Manager .
- Administrative Power: The ability to "Open and Close" the spiritual offices of a property (see Section 52).
- Lineage Anchor: Using the palm to connect a new altar or sanctuary back to the Longhu Mountain and Huiyang roots.
- Stabilization: Using the "Mountain Weight" to stabilize a client's luck after high-intensity spirit work.
4. Lineage Governance: The Immutable Seal
The Three Mountains Palm is an act of **Governance**. It is used to anchor the Altar's jurisdiction over a specific site, ensuring that the spiritual "Laws" of the lineage are enforced. By "Writing the Three Mountains," the practitioner declares the territory to be under the protection of the Ancestors.
- Righteous Administration: The practitioner acts as the governor of the spiritual pulse at the location, ensuring that ritual resources are used for the benefit of the lineage and the community.
- Altar Mandate: The authority of the palm comes from the unbroken link to the Liuren Xianshi , acting as a permanent anchor for the disciple's ritual office.
Technical Tip:
To "Write the Three Mountains," the hand must be firm and the intention focused on Stability . Visualize the three peaks of lineage authority descending to lock the site. If your heart is scattered, the "Mountains" will lack the spiritual weight needed to command the Bing Ma effectively.
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