Three Treasures
Three Treasures: Energies attributed to three facial regions in Taoist physiognomy: Shen (spirit-eyes), Qi (breath-nose), and Jing (essence-chin). Balance of the three treasures reflects vital force.
What are the Three Treasures in face reading?
The Three Treasures are three core concepts in Taoist thought that sustain life: jing, or essence; qi, or vital energy; and shen, or spirit and mind. In face reading they describe a person's overall vitality. Shen is read mostly in the eyes; eyes that are bright, focused and calm are interpreted as strong shen. Qi is sought in the color and glow of the skin. Jing is read in the sturdiness of the body and face and in the fullness of bone and flesh. The reader looks at whether the three support one another, because the tradition values their balance over the strength of any single treasure. A common misconception is that the Three Treasures are measurable bodily values; they are concepts of the Taoist tradition and offer no measurement of the body. You can get a face reading on Faltastik by uploading a clear photo of your face.
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