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Tao Follows its own Nature - Essential Taoist Scriptures

First Period

Essential Taoist Scriptures
NO. Title Author/Year Version
1

Zuantu Huzhu Laozi Daode Jing
(Illustrated and Annotated Edition of Laozi’s Daode Jing)

Commentary by Heshang Gong, Han dynasty Jianyang Bookstore printed edition, Yuan dynasty  
2

Taishang Laozi Daode Jing Jijie
(Collected Interpretations of Laozi’s Daode Jing)

Collected interpretations by Dong Sijing, Song dynasty Printed edition, early Ming dynasty  
3

Daode Jing Jieyi
(Explanations of Daode Jing)

Written by Zhang An, Song dynasty Manuscript  
4

Yuzhu Daode Jing
(Imperial Annotations on Daode Jing)

Written by the Shunzhi Emperor, Qing dynasty Siku Quanshu Huiyao edition, Qianlong period (1736–1795), Qing dynasty  
5

Daode Baozhang
(Annotations of Daode Jing)

Written by Ge Changgeng, Song dynasty Edition of Zhao Mengfu’s script, Ming dynasty  
6

Zuantu Huzhu Nanhua Zhenjing
(Illustrated and Annotated Edition of Zhuangzi’s Nanhua Zhenjing)

Written by Zhuang Zhou, Zhou dynasty Masha printed edition, Yuan dynasty  
7

Nanhua Zhenjing
(The Pure Classic of Nanhua)

Written by Zhuang Zhou, Zhou dynasty Chengdu Erxian'an Edition of Daozang Jiyao, Qing dynasty, 1906  
8

Huangdi Yinfu Jing Shu
(Commentary on Huangdi’s Yinfu Jing)

Written by Li Quan, Tang dynasty Manuscript presented by Ruan Yuan, Jiaqing period (1796–1820), Qing dynasty  
9

Yinfu Xuanjie
(Mysterious Interpretations of Yinfu Jing)

Written by Huangdi Lin Hutang printed edition, Qing dynasty,1772  
10

Zhuzi Chengshu Zhi Yinfujing Jie
(Yin Fu Jing Explained by Zhu Xi)

"Written by Zhu Xi, Song dynasty
Edited by Huang Ruijie, Yuan dynasty"
Printed edition by Rixin Shu Tang, Yuan dynasty, 1341  
11

Laozi Changqingjing Jing Shilüe
(Brief Explanations of Laozi’s Chang Qingjing Jing)

Compiled by Gao Shiming, and annotated by Lin Zhao'en, Ming dynasty
Edited by Huang Ruijie, Yuan dynasty"
Part of Yihua Yuanzong, Ming dynasty, 1624  
12

Qingjing Jing Yijuan Fu Taishang Chiwendong Gujing Zhu
(Annotations on Qingjing Jing with Attached Taishang Chiwendong Gujing)

Annotations by Changquanzi Black-edged printed edition, part of Daofan Zhengzong Wujing Sishu Daquan, Ming dynasty  
13

Zhouyi Cantong Qi Tong Zhenyi
(True Meaning of Zhouyi Cantong Qi)

Written by Peng Xiao, Later Shu dynasty Siku Quanshu Huiyao edition, Qianlong period (1736–1795), Qing dynasty  
14

Jinbi Guwen Longhu Shangjing
(Gold and Jade Ancient Text of the Longhu Shangjing)

Commentary by Wang Dao, Song dynasty Printed by Zhou Fan, part of the Jindan Zhengli Daquan, Ming dynasty,1538  
15

Album of Song dynasty rubbing of Jin and Tang dynasty small script: Transcription of Huangting Jing

Wang Xizhi, Eastern Jin dynasty Siku Quanshu Huiyao edition, Qianlong period (1736–1795), Qing dynasty  
16

Transcription of Huangting Jing by Zhu Yunming

Zhu Yunming, Ming dynasty Ming Dynasty, 1510  
Highlights of the Taoist Canon
NO. Title Author/Year Version
1

Yunji Qiqian
(Seven Tablets in a Cloudy Satchel)

Compiled by Zhang Junfang, Song dynasty Printed Daozang edition, Yuan dynasty, 1244  
2

Dafangguang Yuanjue Xiuduoluo Liaoyi Jing Jizhu
(Comprehensive Commentary on the Sutra of Perfect Enlightenment)

Commentary by Shi Yuancui, Song dynasty Manuscript by Xu Daoguan, Yuan dynasty, 1315  
3

Xinke Chuxiang Zengbu Soushen Ji
(Newly Printed and Illustrated Expanded Edition of In Search of the Supernatural)

Written by Luo Maodeng, Ming dynasty Jinling Tang Fuchun edition, Ming dynasty  
4

Yihua Yuanzong

Compiled by Gao Shiming, Ming dynasty Printed edition, Ming dynasty, 1624  
5

Daofan Zhengzong Wujing Sishu Daquan
(Complete Orthodox Canon of the Five Scriptures and Four Books)

Anonymous Black-edged printed edition, Ming dynasty  
6

Xuxian Hanzao
(Literary Writings of the Immortal Xu Brothers)

Compiled by Chen Menggen, Yuan dynasty Manuscript, Ming dynasty  
7

Minghe Yuyin
(Echoes of the Calling Crane)

Compiled by Peng Zhizhong, Yuan dynasty Ming dynasty transcript on blue-grid paper supplemented with Qing dynasty Huang edition of Daozang  
8

Xingming Shuangxiu Wanshen Guizhi
(Principles of Inner Nature and Vital Force)

Anonymous Printed edition by Wu Zhihe, Ming dynasty, 1615  
9

Jindan Zhengli Daquan
(Great Compendium of the Complete Principles of the Golden Elixir)

Compiled by Songyue Zhuren, Ming dynasty Printed edition by Zhou Fan, Ming dynasty, 1538  
10

Huayang Tao Yinju Ji
(Collected Works of Tao Hongjing of Huayang)

Written by Tao Hongjing, Liang dynasty Transcript of Daozang edition presented by Ruan Yuan, Jiaqing period (1796–1820), Qing dynasty  
11

Daozang Mulu Xiangzhu
(Detailed Annotations on the Catalogue of the Daozang)

Written by Bai Yunji, Ming dynasty Wenyuange Siku Quanshu Edition, Qianlong period (1736–1795), Qing dynasty  
12

Guandi Baoxun Xiang Zhu
(Illustrated Annotations on the Treasured Teachings of Lord Guan)

Anonymous, Qing dynasty Shanqing Hall printed edition by Gu Yan, Qing dynasty, 1731  
Emperors and Taoism
NO. Title Author/Year Version
1

Taishang Dongxuan Lingbao Wuliang Duren Shangpin Miaojing
(Sublime Scripture of Salvation)

Anonymous Reproduction of the Yuan dynasty Zhao Mengfu edition, Ming dynasty  
2

Taishang Dongxuan Lingbao Wuliang Duren Shangpin Miaojing
(Sublime Scripture of Salvation)

Commentary by Chen Guanwu, Yuan dynasty Printed edition by Wang Taiyuan of Xin'an, Ming dynasty  
3

Duren Jing
(Scripture of Salvation)

Anonymous Part of a collection of seventeen texts including Yushu Jing, Xuande period (1426–1435), Ming dynasty  
4

Yuzhi Jinlu Dazhai Zhangbiao
(Imperial Grand Fasting Rituals of the Golden Register)

Anonymous Court manuscript, Ming dynasty  
5

Jinlu Yudian Wenji
(Imperial Collection of Golden Register Texts)

Anonymous Court manuscript on red-lined paper, Ming dynasty  
6

Dayue Taiheshan Zhi
(Gazetteer of Mount Taihe)

Written by Ren Ziyuan, Ming dynasty Black-edged printed edition, Ming dynasty  
7

Dayue Taiheshan Zhi
(Gazetteer of Mount Taihe)

Written by Ren Ziyuan, Ming dynasty Court manuscript, Ming dynasty >
8

Dayue Zhilüe
(Abridged Gazetteer of the Great Peak)

Written by Fang Sheng, Ming dynasty Original printed edition by Fang of Wuyuan, Ming dynasty, 1536  
9

Longhushan Zhi
(Gazetteer of Mount Longhu)

Written by Yuan Mingshan, Yuan dynasty Revised and expanded Yuan dynasty edition, Ming dynasty  
10

Qiyunshan Zhi
(Gazeteer of of Mount Qiyun)

Compiled by Lu Dian, Ming dynasty Original printed edition, Ming dynasty, 1599  
11

Helin Leiji
(Collected Works of the Crane Forest)

Compiled by Guo Benzhong et al., Ming dynasty Old manuscript  
12

Yuxuan Yulu
(Imperial Selection of Quotations)

Compiled by the Yongzheng Emperor, Qing dynasty Wuying Hall edition, Qing dynasty, 1733  
13

Laozi Daode Jing
(Laozi’s Daode Jing)

Written by Li Er, Zhou dynasty Manuscript in gold ink after Zhao Mengfu, Ming dynasty  
Nourishing Life and Longevity
NO. Title Author/Year Version
1

Ge Xianweng Zhouhou Beijifang
(Master Ge’s Emergency Formulas to Keep on Hand)

Written by Ge Hong, Jin dynasty Printed edition by Xiangyang Prefect Lü Rong, Jiajing period (1522–1566), Ming dynasty  
2

Baopuzi Neipian
(Inner Chapters of Baopuzi)

Written by Ge Hong, Jin dynasty Printed edition by Zhu of Wu County, Qing dynasty, 1885  
3

Beiji Qianjin Yaofang
(Essential Emergency Remedies Worth a Thousand Gold)

Written by Sun Simiao, Tang dynasty Edo Medical Academy print from a Song dynasty Edition, Japan, 1849  
4

Chongguang Buzhu Huangdi Neijing Suwen
(Expanded Commentary on Huangdi’s Classic of Internal Medicine)

Annotated by Wang Bing, Tang dynasty Reprint by Gu Congde of Wuling from a Song edition, Ming dynasty, 1550
5

Wen Yinju Haishang Xianfang
(Wen Daming’s Prescription from a Secluded Life)

Written by Wen Daming, Song dynasty Manuscript on blue-grid paper by Jingchu Tang, Qing dynasty  
6

Liu Juanzi Zhi Yongju Shenxian Yilun
(Liu Juanzi’s Divine Treatise on Treating Abscesses and Ulcers)

Written by Li Di, Song dynasty Manuscript, Japan, 1834  
7

Xinkan Guangcheng Xiansheng Yuhan Jing Jie
(New Edition of Master Guangcheng’s Explanations on the Yuhan Jing)

Written by Du Guangting, Tang dynasty Printed edition, Yuan dynasty  
8

Yunji Qiqian
(Seven Tablets in a Cloudy Satchel)

Compiled by Zhang Junfang, Song dynasty Qingzhen Hall printed edition by Zhang Xuan, Ming dynasty, 1609  
9

Yuhan Midian
(Secret Text of the Jade Box)

Anonymous Jinling Jingshan Shulin printed edition, part of the Yimen Guangdu Series, Wanli period (1573–1620), Ming dynasty  
10

Shenxian Fu'er
(Divine Immortal Elixirs)

Anonymous Shugu Tang manuscript by Qian Zunwang of Yushan, Qing dynasty  
11

Dade Chongjiao Shengji Zonglu
(Emperor Huizong’s Compilation of Sacred Healing)

Compiled on order by Emperor Huizong, Song dynasty Manuscript, Ming dynasty  
12

Fodingxin Guanshiyin Pusa Da Tuoluoni Jing
(Great Dhāraṇī of Uṣṇīṣa-Hṛdaya Avalokiteśvara)

Translator unknown, Tang dynasty Manuscript written in gold ink, Ming dynasty  
13

Qinding Daqing Huidian Shili
(The Collected Statutes of the Great Qing)

Compiled on imperial order by Tojin and al., Qing dynasty Wuying Hall eEdition. Qing dynasty, 1818  

Tao Follows its own Nature - Exhibition of Taoist Texts

Second Period

Essential Taoist Scriptures
NO. Title Author/Year Version
1

Zuantu Huzhu Laozi Daode Jing
(Illustrated and Annotated Edition of Laozi’s Daode Jing)

Commentary by Heshang Gong, Han dynasty Jianyang Bookstore printed edition, Yuan dynasty  
2

Taishang Laozi Daode Jing Jijie
(Collected Interpretations of Laozi’s Daode Jing)

Collected interpretations by Dong Sijing, Song dynasty Printed edition, early Ming dynasty  
3

Daode Jing Jieyi
(Explanations of Daode Jing)

Written by Zhang An, Song dynasty Manuscript  
4

Yuzhu Daode Jing
(Imperial Annotations on Daode Jing)

Written by the Shunzhi Emperor, Qing dynasty Siku Quanshu Huiyao edition, Qianlong period (1736–1795), Qing dynasty  
5

Daode Baozhang
(Annotations of Daode Jing)

Written by Ge Changgeng, Song dynasty Edition of Zhao Mengfu’s script, Ming dynasty  
6

Zuantu Huzhu Nanhua Zhenjing
(Illustrated and Annotated Edition of Zhuangzi’s Nanhua Zhenjing)

Written by Zhuang Zhou, Zhou dynasty Masha printed edition, Yuan dynasty  
7

Nanhua Zhenjing
(The Pure Classic of Nanhua)

Written by Zhuang Zhou, Zhou dynasty Chengdu Erxian'an Edition of Daozang Jiyao, Qing dynasty, 1906  
8

Huangdi Yinfu Jing Shu
(Commentary on Huangdi’s Yinfu Jing)

Written by Li Quan, Tang dynasty Manuscript presented by Ruan Yuan, Jiaqing period (1796–1820), Qing dynasty  
9

Yinfu Xuanjie
(Mysterious Interpretations of Yinfu Jing)

Written by Huangdi Lin Hutang printed edition, Qing dynasty,1772  
10

Zhuzi Chengshu Zhi Yinfujing Jie
(Yin Fu Jing Explained by Zhu Xi)

"Written by Zhu Xi, Song dynasty
Edited by Huang Ruijie, Yuan dynasty"
Printed edition by Rixin Shu Tang, Yuan dynasty, 1341  
11

Laozi Changqingjing Jing Shilüe
(Brief Explanations of Laozi’s Chang Qingjing Jing)

Compiled by Gao Shiming, and annotated by Lin Zhao'en, Ming dynasty
Edited by Huang Ruijie, Yuan dynasty"
Part of Yihua Yuanzong, Ming dynasty, 1624  
12

Qingjing Jing Yijuan Fu Taishang Chiwendong Gujing Zhu
(Annotations on Qingjing Jing with Attached Taishang Chiwendong Gujing)

Annotations by Changquanzi Black-edged printed edition, part of Daofan Zhengzong Wujing Sishu Daquan, Ming dynasty  
13

Zhouyi Cantong Qi Tong Zhenyi
(True Meaning of Zhouyi Cantong Qi)

Written by Peng Xiao, Later Shu dynasty Siku Quanshu Huiyao edition, Qianlong period (1736–1795), Qing dynasty  
14

Jinbi Guwen Longhu Shangjing
(Gold and Jade Ancient Text of the Longhu Shangjing)

Commentary by Wang Dao, Song dynasty Printed by Zhou Fan, part of the Jindan Zhengli Daquan, Ming dynasty,1538  
15

Copy of Huangting Jing with Illustration of Wang Xizhi’s Geese Exchange

Zhao Mengfu, Yuan dynasty Siku Quanshu Huiyao edition, Qianlong period (1736–1795), Qing dynasty  
16

Zhongshan Yugui Jing
(Jade Cabinet Scripture)

  Old manuscript edition  
Highlights of the Taoist Canon
NO. Title Author/Year Version
1

Yunji Qiqian
(Seven Tablets in a Cloudy Satchel)

Compiled by Zhang Junfang, Song dynasty Printed Daozang edition, Yuan dynasty, 1244  
2

Dafangguang Yuanjue Xiuduoluo Liaoyi Jing Jizhu
(Comprehensive Commentary on the Sutra of Perfect Enlightenment)

Commentary by Shi Yuancui, Song dynasty Manuscript by Xu Daoguan, Yuan dynasty, 1315  
3

Xinke Chuxiang Zengbu Soushen Ji
(Newly Printed and Illustrated Expanded Edition of In Search of the Supernatural)

Written by Luo Maodeng, Ming dynasty Jinling Tang Fuchun edition, Ming dynasty  
4

Yihua Yuanzong

Compiled by Gao Shiming, Ming dynasty Printed edition, Ming dynasty, 1624  
5

Daofan Zhengzong Wujing Sishu Daquan
(Complete Orthodox Canon of the Five Scriptures and Four Books)

Anonymous Black-edged printed edition, Ming dynasty  
6

Xuxian Hanzao
(Literary Writings of the Immortal Xu Brothers)

Compiled by Chen Menggen, Yuan dynasty Manuscript, Ming dynasty  
7

Minghe Yuyin
(Echoes of the Calling Crane)

Compiled by Peng Zhizhong, Yuan dynasty Ming dynasty transcript on blue-grid paper supplemented with Qing dynasty Huang edition of Daozang
8

Xingming Shuangxiu Wanshen Guizhi
(Principles of Inner Nature and Vital Force)

Anonymous Printed edition by Wu Zhihe, Ming dynasty, 1615  
9

Jindan Zhengli Daquan
(Great Compendium of the Complete Principles of the Golden Elixir)

Compiled by Songyue Zhuren, Ming dynasty Printed edition by Zhou Fan, Ming dynasty, 1538  
10

Huayang Tao Yinju Ji
(Collected Works of Tao Hongjing of Huayang)

Written by Tao Hongjing, Liang dynasty Transcript of Daozang edition presented by Ruan Yuan, Jiaqing period (1796–1820), Qing dynasty  
11

Daozang Mulu Xiangzhu
(Detailed Annotations on the Catalogue of the Daozang)

Written by Bai Yunji, Ming dynasty Wenyuange Siku Quanshu Edition, Qianlong period (1736–1795), Qing dynasty  
12

Guandi Baoxun Xiang Zhu
(Illustrated Annotations on the Treasured Teachings of Lord Guan)

Anonymous, Qing dynasty Shanqing Hall printed edition by Gu Yan, Qing dynasty, 1731  
Emperors and Taoism
NO. Title Author/Year Version
1

Mingren Gaoshang Yuhuang Benxing Ji Jing
(The Collected Scripture on the Deeds of the Jade Emperor)

  Ming dynasty, 1465  
2

Taishang Dongxuan Lingbao Gaoshang Yuhuang Benxing Ji Jing
(The Collected Scripture on the Deeds of the Jade Emperor)

  Printed edition, Ming dynasty, 1531  
3

Yuzhi Jinlu Dazhai Zhangbiao
(Imperial Grand Fasting Rituals of the Golden Register)

Anonymous Court manuscript, Ming dynasty  
4

Jinlu Yudian Wenji
(Imperial Collection of Golden Register Texts)

Anonymous Court manuscript on red-lined paper, Ming dynasty  
5

Dayue Taiheshan Zhi
(Gazetteer of Mount Taihe)

Written by Ren Ziyuan, Ming dynasty Black-edged printed edition, Ming dynasty  
6

Dayue Taiheshan Zhi
(Gazetteer of Mount Taihe)

Written by Ren Ziyuan, Ming dynasty Court manuscript, Ming dynasty  
7

Dayue Zhilüe
(Abridged Gazetteer of the Great Peak)

Written by Fang Sheng, Ming dynasty Original printed edition by Fang of Wuyuan, Ming dynasty, 1536  
8

Longhushan Zhi
(Gazetteer of Mount Longhu)

Written by Yuan Mingshan, Yuan dynasty Revised and expanded Yuan dynasty edition, Ming dynasty  
9

Qiyunshan Zhi
(Gazeteer of of Mount Qiyun)

Compiled by Lu Dian, Ming dynasty Original printed edition, Ming dynasty, 1599  
10

Helin Leiji
(Collected Works of the Crane Forest)

Compiled by Guo Benzhong et al., Ming dynasty Old manuscript  
11

Yuxuan Yulu
(Imperial Selection of Quotations)

Compiled by the Yongzheng Emperor, Qing dynasty Wuying Hall edition, Qing dynasty, 1733  
12

Laozi Daode Jing
(Laozi’s Daode Jing)

Written by Li Er, Zhou dynasty Manuscript written in gold ink, Ming dynasty  
Nourishing Life and Longevity
NO. Title Author/Year Version
1

Zhouhou Beiji Fang
(Emergency Formulas to Keep on Hand)

Written by Ge Hong, Jin dynasty Wenyuange Siku Quanshu Edition, Qianlong period (1736–1795), Qing dynasty  
2

Baopuzi Neipian
(Inner Chapters of Baopuzi)

Written by Ge Hong, Jin dynasty Wenyuange Siku Quanshu Edition, Qianlong period (1736–1795), Qing dynasty  
3

Qianjin Yifang
(Supplement to the Essential Emergency Remedies Worth a Thousand Gold)

Written by Sun Simiao, Tang dynasty Japanese reprint of the Yuan dynasty Dade Meixi Academy edition, 1829  
4

Chongguang Buzhu Huangdi Neijing Suwen
(Expanded Commentary on Huangdi’s Classic of Internal Medicine)

Annotated by Wang Bing, Tang dynasty Reprint by Gu Congde of Wuling from a Song edition, Ming dynasty, 1550  
5

Liu Juanzi Zhi Yongju Shenxian Yilun
(Liu Juanzi’s Divine Treatise on Treating Abscesses and Ulcers)

Written by Li Di, Song dynasty Japanese manuscript edition, late Edo period  
6

Shesheng Xiaoxi Lun
(Discourses on Nourishing Life)

Written by Qiu Chuji, Yuan dynasty Movable type edition by Chao of Liu'an, Xuehai Lei Bian Vol. 1, Qing dynasty, 1831  
7

Quxian Zhouhou Jing
(Zhu Quan’s Collection of Emergency Formulas)

Written by Zhu Quan, Ming dynasty Black-edged printed edition, early Ming dynasty  
8

Yunji Qiqian
(Seven Tablets in a Cloudy Satchel)

Compiled by Zhang Junfang, Song dynasty Wenyuange Siku Quanshu Edition, Qianlong period (1736–1795), Qing dynasty  
9

Yuhan Midian
(Secret Text of the Jade Box)

Anonymous Jinling Jingshan Shulin printed edition, part of the Yimen Guangdu Series, Wanli period (1573–1620), Ming dynasty  
10

Dade Chongjiao Shengji Zonglu
(Emperor Huizong’s Compilation of Sacred Healing)

Compiled on order by Emperor Huizong, Song dynasty Manuscript, Ming dynasty  
11

Xinbian Furen Daquan Liangfang
(New Compilation of Comprehensive Remedies for Women)

Written by Chen Ziming, Song dynasty Japanese manuscript of a Korean movable type edition  
12

Shengji Zonglu
(Complete Record of Holy Universal Relief)

Written on imperial order by Emperor Huizong of Song Manuscript on black-lined paper, Ming dynasty  
13

Court Memorial on Local Weather and Grain Prices with Appendix on Talismanic Healing by Liu Falong

Submitted by Zhang Yinghan, Governor of Hubei Qing dynasty, 1814  
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