Ten-Character Scripture Lightning-Struck Wood Taoist Plaque
十字天经 雷祖讳Ten-Character Scripture · Thunder Ancestor (Leizu)
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Two vertical rows of marks fill one face of the narrow rectangle. Raised scrolls and a larger inscription occupy the companion face.
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意Meaning & symbolism
A ten-character invocation associated with the Thunder Ancestor, carved as a sign of protection.
Leizu, the Heavenly Worthy of the Nine Heavens who commands thunder, presides over the thunder rites.
Traditionally kept as a wish for peace and protection.
Traditional symbolism and intention, shared as culture — not a promise of results.
材Details & craft
Listed by the maker as lightning-struck jujube wood, carved entirely by hand. Lightning-struck jujube is the most prized wood for Taoist ritual objects, because the strike is associated with thunder’s power to restore order.
| Material & craft | Lightning-struck jujube wood (雷击枣木), hand-carved |
|---|---|
| Catalogue name | 十字天经 雷祖讳 |
| Type | Carved Plaques |
| Collection | Plaques & seals · lightning-struck wood |
| Sold as | Sold individually |
| Note | Small variations in tone and finish from the photographs are possible. |
度Size, wearing & display
For display, decide which face you want to read from a little distance. Deep relief and narrow incised lines catch side light differently; leave room around the outline rather than pressing the face against another object.
Plaques and charms can be carried in a pocket or pouch, hung from a cord, or set upright on a desk or altar shelf facing the room.
养Care
Keep wood away from soaking water, steam and long direct sun. Wipe with a soft dry cloth; if the surface looks dry, rub in a very small amount of natural oil.
赠A gift for
A traveller, a new home, or someone going through an uncertain time. Anyone drawn to Taoist culture and its symbols.
The meaning of this piece · 寓意
Ten-Character Scripture Lightning-Struck Wood Taoist Plaque
In the old temples of Longhu and Wudang, thunder was the voice of heaven’s law. Priests carved its seals into wood the lightning had already touched and kept them by the door, the bed and the body — so that whatever is crooked would meet something straight.
十字天经 雷祖讳— Ten-Character Scripture · Thunder Ancestor (Leizu)
A ten-character invocation associated with the Thunder Ancestor, carved as a sign of protection.
Leizu, the Heavenly Worthy of the Nine Heavens who commands thunder, presides over the thunder rites.
Traditionally kept as a wish for peace and protection.
Look first at the outline and relief of the celestial script and thunder-seal plaque. Its place in the Daojing collection reflects the use of ornament and inscription to carry a personal intention. Choose the particular design that speaks to the occasion, rather than assuming every motif has the same devotional use.
Listed by the maker as lightning-struck jujube wood, carved entirely by hand. Lightning-struck jujube is the most prized wood for Taoist ritual objects, because the strike is associated with thunder’s power to restore order.
In Taoist culture, motifs like these express a wish — here, peace and protection. We share their traditional meaning as culture and intention, not as a guarantee of any outcome.
Questions · 问答
About this piece
What does this piece symbolise?
In Taoist tradition its motifs are associated with peace and protection. Two vertical rows of marks fill one face of the narrow rectangle. Raised scrolls and a larger inscription occupy the companion face.
What is lightning-struck wood?
Wood from a tree struck by lightning, traditionally prized in Taoist practice because thunder is associated with a force that restores order. It is often carved into plaques, seals and charms.
How should I care for it?
Keep it dry and out of long direct sun; wipe with a soft dry cloth and oil lightly if the wood looks dry.
Can I return it?
Yes. Returns are accepted within 30 days under our return policy, and shipping is free worldwide on orders of $80 or more.
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