Xianting Bao - Nei Gong 13 Exercises Illustrated and the Meaning of Xing Yi Explained

Nei Gong 13 Exercises Illustrated

and

The Meaning of Xing Yi

Explained

Bao Xianting

Translated by Franklin Fick

Shen Long Publishing

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Shen Long Publishing

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Nei Gong 13 Exercises Illustrated by Bao Xianting 1926

English Translation Copyright 2018 by Franklin Fick.

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Table of Contents

Bao Xianting

Ji Jian She Mo Fan Tuan (Accumulate Health Association Exemplary Group)

1923 Celebration of Country Day, Ji Jian She (Accumulate Heath Association) Martial Arts Demonstration Group Picture

Nei Gong 13 Exercises Illustrated

Preface

The government and the common people have been running here and there researching guns ever since the Europeans invented them and ignoring the boxing arts that have been passed down for thousands of generations. But, are they aware that guns are only effective at a distance? At a close distance they loose their effectiveness.

The boxing arts not only can be used to protect yourself, but they make up for what the army lacks. If you take this into consideration, you can overlook the rest.

Every time I study the history of the Ming and Qing dynasty, I often explain, in admiration, how Gu Tinglin was able to make friends with martial artists. The brightness of society is restored by their ideals. Their noble spirit is awe-inspiring. Although they have failed many times, they renew their efforts. They never gave up. Even though they never reached their goal, they hold their aspirations until they die. They are dashing without standing out. People follow them to study the Boxing Arts and to learn the Nei Gong in detail.

I am amazed that the ways of the world and what is called the art of attack and defense are totally related. But, I also think that it is regrettable that we lack specialized books about this.

Mr Bao Xianting is one of the most learned in both aspects. He has deeply studied the hidden techniques of the boxing arts for nearly 40 years. He has taught continuously for the military in Qinlong. His skill improves with age. He recently wrote Nei Gong 13 Exercises Illustrated. This book has 13 postures and 22 chapters. After reading the book I realized that he has presented many methods to Practice and Refine the Qi with truthfulness and upright intention. It delivers what it promises. In my humble opinion, not all the boxing arts were lost. This skill is not only for martial purposes, but also provides a reference for the future generations to improve society.

Ci Wulian, Torch of Wisdom at Zi Zhuo

Preface

In the autumn of 1925, while returning from Chongqing, I met my old friend Mr Bao Xianting in the city. I deeply admired that although he was near 60 years old, he was still strong like a young person. He published a book explaining the methods of practicing Nei Gong with 22 pictures so that everyone can learn.

To learned people, the Heaven and Earth are different, yet they are full. When Heaven and Earth are related to human endeavors, Heaven governs movement and Earth governs stillness and consistency. One moving and one in stillness, but each is the root of the other. Therefor Heaven and Earth are longstanding.

After the age of 30, I left to travel, but I knew Mr Bao Xianting first as a coworker for 7 years. I received an inheritance and provided jobs next to the river. I praised the cutting of desire. I went to Chengdu and found an elegant mountain.

Although we had different associates, he never changed his attitudes and feelings. His heart only become more sincere with time. Now we meet again and I received instruction. To receive the true teachings, is it not the will of Heaven?

Mr Bao Xianting is from Xian. Not many people practice martial arts. But he traveled to the four corners and got a military job. Then he traveled to Chuannan and did not return home many times.

From the capital of the country, thanks to fortune, a deputy came to Sichuan. He used to be a Chuanbei Salt Anti-Smuggling Captain and he was also a Transportation Office Captain. During the last 10 years he offered the gift of the methods of training the body. He has had over one thousand students. The overall technique to cultivate the method is the interaction of movement and stillness. The same as the movement of Heaven and Earth. It is different from the quiet sitting that others practice.

When it (the book) was completed, it traveled the entire world. These words are important, but the fact that Mr Bao Xianting specifically asked me to write something and he did not ask other shows how sincere our friendship is.

Li Shurui

Preface

Martial arts were weakened at the end of the Qing dynasty. People were concerned by the Boxer Rebellion and the Eight Nation Invasion. People who practice martial arts often say that the true teachings of martial arts practice are lost. The local government prohibited the practice, so the village communities do not dare try it. Like swallowing, but having no food, or to prevent the house from collapsing, you live without shelter. Is this a valid argument?

When you are pushed to the utmost, you will fight back, or when everything is gone you must recover. Since Mr Huo YuanJia established the Jingwu Association in Shanghai, many people started to learn and even scholars acquired martial prowess.

For a long time I have loved to practice martial arts, for about 40 years, even though my skill is not complete and I have only slightly witnessed its profound usefulness.

In Sichuan some people wanted me to teach, but I dont dare teach them. Not because I am stingy with the secrets, but because to teach I must show the martial skills. These are my friends and I like them, and it would be difficult to avoid hurting them.

In the winter of last year, in Chuanbei north of Sichuan, my old friends Hu Chengfu from Bishan and Li Biquan from JianAn, etc., I thought they were asking me and others to practice. But, after a long time, I realized that the older people, besides practicing boxing and swordsmanship, were still researching ways to strengthen the body and prevent illness in their spare time, practicing Nei Gong.

Nei Gong has the purpose to guard and protect, using the silence to return. This book talks mainly about Nei Gong and is divided into 13 exercises and has 22 pictures. In a short while you can practice without stopping and the body can gain a layer of protection. It is beneficial.

I received this knowledge from Mr Han Zhenxuan and Mr Ma Da in my neighborhood. I carefully lived and reduced my desires. fearing a tiny mistake will create trouble. This method is hard to spread by writing. Many friends, after practicing it, know its profundity. If people speak about how difficult it is, dont proclaim its easy, dont be afraid of its hardship, and do not be arrogant of your accomplishments. This is what the book contains, not what common people denounce.