What is Consecration (开光, Kāi Guāng)?

Consecration is a religious ceremony performed by Taoist priests or Buddhist monks. Through the recitation of scriptures, talismans, and specific rituals, an object is “awakened” and imbued with spiritual energy, transforming it into a sacred item with protective power. Before consecration, a Taoist Coin Charm is merely a crafted artifact; after the ritual, it is believed to absorb positive energy and help the wearer attract wealth, ward off evil, and enhance their fortune.

What is Blessing (加持, Jiā Chí)?

Blessing is a method of energy transmission, where a Taoist priest or monk channels their cultivated spiritual energy or divine power into an object or person through mantras, mudras (hand gestures), and sacred rituals. This empowerment process strengthens the protective energy of an amulet, making it more effective in adjusting energy fields, protecting health, and enhancing good fortune.