Primordial Qigong Digital eBook
In this lovingly crafted eBook, Donald and Cheryl Lynne Rubbo present their take on Primordial Qigong, a gem from the treasure chest of Taoist mystical Qigong, emphasizing the role the mind (intention) plays in the alchemical process inherent in this form, to help you find the Fountain of Youth.
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The following article on Primordial Qigong was printed in The Empty Vessel magazine, Fall 2002. If you'd like to download the .pdf of the article, click here: Empty Vessel Primordial article.
A gem from the treasure chest of Taoist mystical Qigong
By Robert Bergman (Spirit Boxer)
From the time of ancient man to present day civilization, we have been searching for the "Fountain of Youth." The Chinese Taoist sages strove for ages to find the secret to immortality, developing methods they believed would help them to attain this state of being. The ability to maintain one's youthful vitality, deepen one's spiritual connection to nature, increase one's physical and mental energy, prolong one's life and attain "the eternal spring of youth," has been a constant search by the greatest sages of the world. The esoteric systems the Taoist sages developed have lasted for four thousand years, and show signs of continuing on in perpetuity.
Understanding others is knowledge,
Understanding oneself is enlightenment;
Conquering others is power, conquering oneself is strength.
Contentment is wealth; forceful conduct is willfulness;
Not losing oneself's rightful place is to endure,
To die, but not be forgotten, is longevity. -Tao Te Ching
One of these Taoist sages, the Immortal Chang San Fen, created a profound system of health and spiritual enhancement, Wu Ji Gung, or Primordial Chi Gung, that is beautiful in its simplicity and immeasurable depth. Primordial Chi Gung, a true gem from the treasure chest of Taoist mystical Chi Gung, was developed to assist the practitioner in achieving longevity, improving health and becoming one with the Tao. By regularly practicing the movements of the Primordial Chi Gung system one could maintain the healthy functions of the organs, cultivate and restore the natural balance of energy within the body and preserve the vitality of one's youth. At the same time, the practitioner would increase his sensitivity, gain an awareness of the world around him and develop the ability to re-align himself with the universe by observing and integrating the elements of nature. The exercises lead the practitioner to the primordial state of pre-birth and cultivate the state of "Wu Ji" or Original Emptiness, and restore the natural balance and harmony between Heaven, Humanity and Earth.
The late Master Zhu Hui, from China, was the lineage holder of Primordial Chi Gung in a line that goes back to Chang San Fen himself. Master Zhu did not promote himself as a direct lineage holder, though he did convey that a Taoist sage, Master Taoist Li Tong, transmitted this system to him, and that Master Li had an unbroken lineage to Chang San Fen. Master Li requested Master Zhu to promote this unique system so that it would not be lost.
Not exalting the gifted prevents quarreling. Not collecting treasures prevents stealing. Not seeing desirable things prevents confusion of the heart. -Tao Te Ching
In his early youth, Master Zhu studied martial and healing arts at the reputable "Succinct Martial Arts Association," learning traditional methods of healing (tui na massage, bone setting, acupressure, etc.) as well as classical martial arts systems. Master Zhu was selected to be on the Shanghai Martial Arts team, and later chosen to be a member of the prestigious National "Kuo Shu" Martial Arts team. After graduating from Ying Shi Medical College in 1949, Master Zhu became a licensed Chinese medical doctor. During the Cultural Revolution he traveled across China as a "Barefoot Doctor," treating those in need. Master Zhu became gravely ill with hepatocirrhosis, and, after his doctors gave up on him, cured himself by practicing Chi Gung. In his later years, Master Zhu established the "Tian Ta Guo Qing" Chi Gung hospital and worked tirelessly, treating an amazing number of patients each day.
Master Zhu conducted Primordial Chi Gung workshops in the United States and taught a few dedicated practitioners who are now keeping the tradition alive by passing it on to their students. These few Masters teaching this rare and beautiful form of Chi Gung are our only connection left to this "gem" of Taoist mystical Chi Gung.
One such teacher who is dedicated to passing down the pure, authentic knowledge of the Primordial Chi Gung system is Sifu Donald Rubbo, President of the Paul D. Pickens II Research Foundation, in San Rafael, California. He is also Honorary Chairman, past president and current Board Member the Guang Ping Yang Tai Chi Association. Sifu Rubbo began his extensive study of the martial and healing arts in 1969, studying with Kuo Lien Ying, Bing Gong, Dr. Xie Pei Qi, Dr. Yang Yuan-Jing and Master Zhu. Sifu Rubbo incorporates the essence of Buddhism, wisdom, compassion and loving kindness into his teaching style.