The Taoist house of Buddhabelief
Taoist Jewelry
& Talismans
Plaques, beads, scrolls and lightning-struck wood carved with the symbols of the Tao — Five Thunders, the Northern Dipper, yin and yang, the eight trigrams — each photographed on its own and described with its traditional meaning.
★ 4.42 from 3012 Buddhabelief reviews
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Shop by intention · 祈愿
What are you wishing for?
In Taoist tradition, symbols carry wishes: the gourd for health, Zhong Kui for protection, Wenchang for study. Choose a wish to see the pieces associated with it.
Prosperity
Caishen, toads and coins — traditional emblems of abundance.
See pieces →Peace & protection
Five Thunders, Zhong Kui and guardian marshals.
See pieces →Career & success
Dragons, Ziwei and command plaques of rank.
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Wenchang and the classics of learning.
See pieces →Love & harmony
Paired motifs, moons and symbols of union.
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Gourds, cranes, pines and the immortals.
See pieces →Chosen pieces · 精选
Carried, kept & treasured
The collections · 八门
Eight gates into Daojing
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Jewelry & beads
Rings, pendants, bracelets and malas engraved with seals, trigrams and protective script.
Enter 02Plaques & seals
Command plaques and seal faces carved with guardians, constellations and talismanic script.
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Lightning-struck wood
Jujube and peach wood traditionally prized in Taoist practice after a lightning strike.
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Scrolls & wall art
Hanging scrolls and framed works of deities, marshals and celestial diagrams.
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Altar & home
Gourds, figures and objects for the shrine shelf, desk and doorway.
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Carry charms
Small talismans, sachets and bag charms made to travel with you.
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Folding fans
Fans painted with thunder script, constellations and Taoist marshals.
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Talisman paper
Printed fu talismans and blessing cards in the traditional red and yellow.
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道境 · Daojing“The realm of the Tao” — a separate room in the Buddhabelief house.
Why Daojing · 道境
A quieter house
for the Way
Daojing is Buddhabelief’s Taoist collection — a separate room in the same house. We gather carved plaques, beads, scrolls and altar objects from specialist makers and describe each one plainly: what it is made of, what its symbols are, and what they have traditionally meant.
- 实
One object, its own photographs
Every listing shows the piece itself, so you can judge the carving, the grain and the finish.
- 明
Meanings, written with care
We explain the traditional symbolism and blessings a motif carries — as culture and intention, never as a promise.
- 信
Bought with the Buddhabelief promise
Same checkout, tracked worldwide shipping, free at $80 or more, and 30-day returns.
Inside the temple · 宫观
Incense, script & stone
The symbols on our pieces come from living places — halls where incense never goes out, cliffs carved with scripture, and gates that have welcomed pilgrims for six hundred years.
The four sacred mountains · 四大名山
Where the Way lives
HubeiWudang Shan
Mountain of Zhenwu, the Perfected Warrior, and home of the internal martial arts.
JiangxiLonghu Shan
Seat of the Celestial Masters of the Zhengyi school for many centuries.
SichuanQingcheng Shan
A green, quiet mountain linked with Zhang Daoling and the early Taoist communities.
AnhuiQiyun Shan
Red sandstone cliffs and temples, long devoted to Zhenwu.
Reading the symbols · 符号
Three keys to every carving
Yin & Yang
Two complementary forces, each holding the seed of the other — the motif most often given as a wish for balance.
Learn moreThe Eight Trigrams
Bagua: eight arrangements of broken and unbroken lines, used to read change in heaven, earth and the home.
Learn moreThe Five Phases
Wood, fire, earth, metal and water — the cycle behind colours, seasons, directions and the Chinese zodiac.
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From the Buddhabelief community
Trusted by 3012 reviewers
Verified reviews from customers of the Buddhabelief house, collected by Judge.me. Daojing is new; reviews of Taoist pieces will appear on each product as they arrive.
This star and moon bodhi wrap bracelet feels a little more personal than a plain one because of the layered design. I was wearing mostly gray that day; the bodhi seed looks particularly good in softer light.
Star and Moon Bodhi Wrap with Green AccentsI wouldn't normally go for this style, but the beadwork made the thangka rope necklace work. I think it works best when the outfit is simple; I like that the textured surface isn't lost among everything else.
Thangka Rope Necklace - Star Moon Bodhi Tassel AccessoryA small thing, but the tagua nut makes this dragon peak langya carving interesting. I checked it under warm lamp light too, and I was happy I hadn't overlooked the ivory color.
Dragon Peak Langya – Hand-Carved Ivory Nut Dragon SculptureI'm not upset about the green color on the green sandalwood bracelet with carved flower; I'm upset about how long delivery took. I was wearing mostly gray that day; the flower motif was what I expected; shipping communication could definitely be better.
Green Sandalwood Bracelet with Carved FlowerNot usually one to leave comments, but I do like the beadwork here on the taihang cliff cypress 108‑bead mala bracelet. I was wearing mostly gray that day, and I kept noticing the polished finish in a way I didn't expect.
Taihang Cliff Cypress 108‑Bead Mala BraceletDidn't think I'd care much about the silver tone, but it really works on this prayer Hand Heart Asymmetric Earrings 925 Silver. I kept my other jewelry minimal, and it is the 925 sterling silver material detail that makes the design for me.
Prayer Hand Heart Asymmetric Earrings 925 Silver - Mismatched StudsGlad I didn't overthink the striped wood 108-bead mala; the wood looks good. I had it out on the table while having tea; I wanted a change from my usual style and the brown color helped.
Striped Wood 108-Bead Mala with Beaded TailsI think I would have skipped this green jade bracelet without the green color. I tried it with a white shirt and jeans; I hadn't realized how much I'd like the beadwork.
Green Jade Bracelet - 6mm BeadsIt's the sandalwood that makes this green sandalwood bracelet with carved flower feel different to me. I was looking for something that doesn't shout; the wood is what I end up talking about when anyone asks.
Green Sandalwood Bracelet with Carved FlowerI'm glad I paid attention to the beadwork when choosing this four elements enamel liuli pine bracelet. It's been easy to work into my usual rotation, and the 7mm bead size makes it feel a little less ordinary.
Four Elements Enamel Liuli Pine Bracelet – 7mm Monk-Blessed BeadsFree worldwide shippingOn orders of $80 or more, tracked to your door.
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Letters · 山中来信
Letters from the mountain
A few letters a month: new pieces as they arrive, the story behind a symbol, and the festival days of the Taoist calendar — no noise.
Questions · 问答
Before you choose
What is Daojing?
Daojing (道境, “the realm of the Tao”) is the Taoist collection of Buddhabelief. It brings together carved plaques, jewelry, scrolls, fans and altar objects decorated with traditional Taoist symbols, sold through the same Buddhabelief checkout, shipping and returns.
What does lightning-struck wood mean in Taoism?
Wood from a tree struck by lightning — most often jujube or peach — is traditionally prized in Taoist ritual because the strike is associated with thunder, a force of order that disperses harmful influences. It is commonly carved into command plaques, seals and protective charms.
How do I choose a piece by intention?
Start with the wish you want to carry. Traditionally, Caishen and toads are linked with prosperity; Zhong Kui, Five Thunders and guardian marshals with protection; Wenchang with study; gourds, cranes and pines with health and long life. Our intention pages group pieces by these traditional associations.
Do Taoist symbols guarantee results?
No. We describe the traditional meanings, blessings and intentions that a symbol carries in Taoist culture. They are a way of expressing and remembering a wish, not a promise of any outcome.
How do I care for carved wood and metal pieces?
Keep wood away from soaking water and long direct sun; wipe it with a soft dry cloth and, if it feels dry, a very small amount of natural oil. Store metal pieces dry and polish them gently with a soft cloth.
What are your shipping and return terms?
Shipping is free worldwide on orders of $80 or more and every parcel is tracked. You can return items within 30 days under our return policy.
