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# Original Chinese text included 308 pages of deep Taoist wisdom Extensive expert commentary & notes The Seal of the Unity of the Three: A Study and Translation of the Cantong qi, the Source of the Taoist Way of the Golden Elixir

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> 📖 Unlock the ancient secrets of Taoist alchemy — be the enlightened leader in your circle!

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## Key Features

- • **Highly Rated & Respected:** 4.8/5 stars from 22 reviews, top 100 in Taoism books
- • **Bilingual Text Presentation:** Original Chinese text alongside English translation for authenticity
- • **Perfect for Thought Leaders:** Ideal for university courses, graduate seminars, and curious professionals
- • **Masterclass in Taoist Alchemy:** Prof. Fabrizio Pregadio’s definitive translation and study
- • **Comprehensive Scholarly Apparatus:** Includes introduction, notes, tables, indices, and bibliography for deep dives

## Overview

The Seal of the Unity of the Three is a meticulously translated and annotated edition of the Cantong qi, a foundational Taoist alchemy text. Authored by renowned scholar Fabrizio Pregadio, this 308-page volume offers a clear, accessible introduction, detailed commentary, original Chinese text, and scholarly tools, making it essential for both academic study and personal exploration of Taoist philosophy.

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Review: This is a great book for those interested in ancient taoist philosophy and ... - This is a great book for those interested in ancient taoist philosophy and foundations of Neidan. Fabrizio Pregadio has really produced a scholarly work that is complete in all respects. There is an extensive introduction where he details his approach and methods to translating the ancient text, carefully pointing out areas of controversy regarding provenance. The translation of the actual text is straight forward but is broken up into sections (not part of original text) that allow for ease of reference to extensive notes, found in separate section in the later part of the book, that contain refernces to other chinese classics such as I Ching and Tao Te Ching that illustrate the inter-connectedness of these ancient sources. These, the text and notes, really need to be read in parallel to develop the fullest understanding of the material. There is also a section with diagrams and tables. The original chinese text is provided as an appendix for those interested in the source material. There is also an externsive bibliography, index and crossreference of terms. This book is really a master work. I took up the reading of this book as part of a deeper study into the I Ching and taoist philosophy. It has opened up a whole new realm of understanding for me. Most enjoyable read.
Review: Great piece, great translation - Nothing much to say here, Excellent work and excellent translation.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #354,552 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #151 in Taoism (Books) #241 in Taoist Philosophy |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (22) |
| Dimensions  | 5.5 x 0.81 x 8.5 inches |
| ISBN-10  | 0984308288 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0984308286 |
| Item Weight  | 14.6 ounces |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 324 pages |
| Publication date  | October 7, 2011 |
| Publisher  | Golden Elixir Press |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is a great book for those interested in ancient taoist philosophy and ...
*by C***S on March 29, 2018*

This is a great book for those interested in ancient taoist philosophy and foundations of Neidan. Fabrizio Pregadio has really produced a scholarly work that is complete in all respects. There is an extensive introduction where he details his approach and methods to translating the ancient text, carefully pointing out areas of controversy regarding provenance. The translation of the actual text is straight forward but is broken up into sections (not part of original text) that allow for ease of reference to extensive notes, found in separate section in the later part of the book, that contain refernces to other chinese classics such as I Ching and Tao Te Ching that illustrate the inter-connectedness of these ancient sources. These, the text and notes, really need to be read in parallel to develop the fullest understanding of the material. There is also a section with diagrams and tables. The original chinese text is provided as an appendix for those interested in the source material. There is also an externsive bibliography, index and crossreference of terms. This book is really a master work. I took up the reading of this book as part of a deeper study into the I Ching and taoist philosophy. It has opened up a whole new realm of understanding for me. Most enjoyable read.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great piece, great translation
*by A***. on December 7, 2024*

Nothing much to say here, Excellent work and excellent translation.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy and Enjoyable to Read
*by W***M on June 25, 2014*

Predagio makes the work easy to read, while providing extensive notes on the notoriously thick symbolism. He even provides the work in the Chinese. Many charts and drawings help one to understand not only the work, but the history behind it.

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