Lightning-Struck Wood Three Pure Ones Sword
| Material | Thunder-struck Jujube Wood |
| Size | 90cm |
Meaning of the Sancai Sword
| Thunder-struck Wood | Supreme Yang for warding off evil, foremost among magic implements | Thunder-struck wood, especially thunder-struck jujube wood, is regarded by Taoism as the "first sacred wood" for making magic implements. It carries the supreme Yang energy of heavenly thunder and is believed to possess all five elements, having a powerful righteous energy to dispel evil spirits. |
| Sancai | Supreme Deities of Taoism | Sancai refers to Yuqing Yuanshi Tianzun, Shangqing Lingbao Tianzun, and Taiqing Daode Tianzun, who are the supreme deities of Taoism. Engraved with the names of Sancai, it signifies that the magic sword carries the supreme magical power of the Sancai Daoist Patriarchs. |
Uses and Properties
● Guarding the Altar and Protecting the Dharma: Its primary use is to be displayed on Taoist altars or in the main hall of a home, to guard the altar and dispel evil.
● Opening the Altar and Performing Rituals: During fasting and ritual ceremonies, high-ranking Taoist priests can use it to summon gods and generals, and to slay demons and punish evil.
● Special Offerings: Some customs involve inserting it into glutinous rice to "cultivate righteous energy." Practitioners use it to guard altars and perform rituals, while ordinary people can use it to secure their homes and ward off evil.
Precautions
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Absolutely Waterproof: Thunder-struck wood is sensitive to water, as water will disperse its "thunder energy," and wood that absorbs water is prone to cracking.
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Maintain Reverence: As a high-level magic implement engraved with the names of Sancai, it should be placed in a clean, elevated position, avoiding defilement and casual touching by others.