What is Baogao?
Baogao, a parallel prose praising gods, is one of the specific literary styles of Taoism. The rhythm of Baogao is very rigorous, and it is mostly in the form of songs praising and describing allusions about the cultivation of Taoist gods and the manifestation of their merits. The text is obscure and concise. It describes a large number of teachings, teachings, practice methods, etc. The first sentence of the Baogao all begins with "Zhi (Zhi) Xin Xin Ming Li", which expresses piety. The last part of Baogao is mostly the sacred title of the emperor.
Zhao Gongming is one of the Taoist marshals who protects the law. He is in charge of the Ministry of Thunder, plague, and financial resources. He is worshiped as the God of Wealth, also known as the "Black Tiger Xuan Altar".
Xuan Tan Bao Gao
Xuan Tan Bao Gao
Sincerity Conversion Ceremony
(Part 1)
< p> Ranked in the Xuan Altar, the golden wheel is as desired.When the black tiger roars, all the demons in the world become frightened;
Wherever the golden whip rises, all evil spirits in the world are hidden.
He was ordered by the Jade Emperor to manage financial resources;
He commanded the Lei Department and ordered the plague.
Reward the good and punish the evil, and be fair and righteous.
With great compassion and great wishes, I inspected the altar courtyard.
Zhao Tianjun of Xuantan is in charge of the world’s financial resources.
The Grand Marshal of the Ducai Mansion, the Xuanhua God of Wealth.
(Part 2)
He is well versed in Pi performance and his holy virtue is evident.
It was condensed in the beginning of Brahma and manifested in the infinite world.
Hold the whip and lift the rope, control the tiger and subdue the devil.
The ghosts and gods in the three realms of flying are frightened, and the heaven and earth vibrate with a breath.
The majesty and scenery are bright, and you can't follow them if you don't have any wishes;
Save the suffering souls and protect the peace of the family and the country.
Praise Taoism for its infinity, and the altar suppresses the mysterious wind and water calamity.
Great compassion and great wishes, great sage and great mercy.
Supporting the Heavenly Guangsheng, Ruyi Chonghe Great God Lord.