Stoking the Scholar and Warrior Fire

The use of inner fire in purifying and transmuting internal energies is one of the most important tools in Taoist internal alchemy. In this program, Qi Gong Level 6 practitioners will learn how to stoke the fast hot warrior fire and the slow warm scholar fire, immerse fire in water, and erect and maintain the alchemical furnace necessary for the transmutation of the three internal energies.

This program is only open to students who have completed Qi Gong Level 6. It is a requirement for advancement into Qi Gong Level 7.

Practical info

Arrival day: You’re invited to arrive from 4 pm on Sunday May 11 to allow time to register and settle in your room. Dinner is served at 6:30 pm. This will be followed by an introductory talk at 8 pm: this talk is an integral part of the programme, and attendance is required.

End of programme: The retreat will end on Saturday May 17 at 6 pm. You may depart on the evening of May 17 or after breakfast on Sunday May 18. Please indicate your departure time on your registration form.

Attendance during the whole session is important to apply for the next level.

This programme is taught in English. 

Xiantianwujimen is a Taoist lineage founded by Chen Xiyi in 10th century China. “Xiantian” means prmordial, “wuji” means limitless, and “men” means gate. The translated name of the lineage is Primordial Limitless Gate.

This lineage specializes in using qigong to simultaneously cultivate and transform body and mind. A hermit and household tradition, Xiantianwujimen has been transmitted uninterrupted for over a thousand years. Qigong techniques favored by this lineage include self-massage, tendon-changing, calisthenics, marrow washing, and breath regulation.

Instruction of Xiantianwjimen qigong is offered by Eva Wong, a 19th generation carrier of the lineage, and by instructors authorized by the lineage.

For more information on the teachings and programs offered by Xiantianwujimen Taoism, please go to limitlessgate.com.