Hunted Lifts Of Sing-Ma-Thai (电梯鬼故事)

Lifts are inseparable infrastructure in today’s high rise buildings; be it condominiums or sky scrapper. But do you know a little precaution when using lifts? Are there any dangers in using lifts? Perhaps you may ask? Hahaha! Well, when a lift opens its door; look before you leap inside! There are at times that even though the lift door is opened, there is no lift inside only emptiness; anyone who steps in will almost has an appointment with Lord of Death.

 

Sometime at the beginning of last year, an incident involving fatal lift accident happened in a condominium situated in the western part of Penang Island. An Indonesian mate had fallen to her death from the 20^th floor after stepping into the deadly empty lift. It was said that she was talking with her friends and wasn’t paying any attention to the hollow compartment. So she subsequently fallen from the 20^th floor and smashed her poor head. The causes of her death were multiple bone fractures and a smashed skull.

 

Since the incident, many tenants of that condominium have heard the moaning noise of the unfortunate lady. At times although the lift door is closed; it will open for a second tome. At the second opening, people can also feel a gust of cold wind blown into the lift. The weirdest part is: the lift always stops at the floor that the late mate used to stay!

 

Perhaps you still remember the Hadnyai flood near the Malaysian and Thai border which happened sometime ago?

 

Story has it that the flood was a particular bad one as the water depth reached about 10 feet in depth. Some poor tenants of a hotel in Hadnyai were not aware of the flood at the ground level. Subsequently about 10 people or so was trapped inside the lift and drowned. It was only the flood subsided that the rescuers could prove open the ill fated lift door only to be attacked by the horrible foul smell of decaying corpses!

 

Until today, people who use the same lift say that they can still smell those awful smells of rotten corpses; at times although there is one living person inside the lift, there are many blurred reflections of people around the stainless wall of the lift.

 

In another case, now a day private and public hospitals grow like mushrooms. Perhaps our modern folks suffer many modern illnesses. Due to the market demand, many buildings will be put into operations when half done. Well, hospitals are also commercial properties; all boiled down to time efficiency.

 

There is a renowned hospital in Singapore that was already in operation even though the building renovation was still in progress. Although the lift system was in place, it had not gone through safety inspection and certification.

 

A new doctor intern was in a hurry, he wasn’t aware the actual condition of the lift. When the lift was activated and opened its door, the doc jumped inside. This ill fated lift was then somehow lost control and had a free fall. It subsequently smashed straight down onto the basement for some reasons. The poor doc wasn’t able to escape and died on site. Since then, the lift malfunction plenty times: it is either the lift failed to stop at its station or it went straight up and straight down. It was also said that hospital stuffs heard the sound of someone sighing around midnight!

 

Well, it is up to you to believe these ghost stories. What is certain is that we should exercise caution each time before stepping into a lift!

 

Related link in Chinese：

 

http://searojaktalk.blogspot.com/2014/09/blog-post_4.html

 

Taiwanese Five Ghost Fortune (I)

The Taiwanese five ghost fortune method is a little different from the ones that we know in SEA.

 

First, we must find a god forsaken grave, bones or the cremation ashes of a bandit or someone that died of horrific causes. When this is done, we should offer it with dishes and liquor. Following the meal offering, two pieces of incense sticks should be lit and explicitly telling the spirit the objective of calling it up from resting. It is a norm to have some sort of divination to see if the spirit agrees to help. If it does, then one fu with the inscriptions is burnt: 奉雾渐耳勒令五鬼到此运财入刘先生本人得罡’

 

Now we should do a calculation our own astrological chart to find out our likings and dislikes (喜忌). For example, if I have affinity to fire element, then I would burn the following fu:

 

‘奉雾渐耳勒令南方生财鬼到此运财入刘先生本人得罡’。

 

It is best to perform this ritual after noon, preferably around 4pm. We only call one of the five ghosts not all. And that the one dies in the utmost unkind situation works best. But be careful that this method must be carried out for 49 consecutive days.

 

It is not necessary that one must have fortune or wind fall in his astrology chart because the ghost is forced to perform what a sorcerer asked. However the person must not be to ‘strong’ otherwise the effect is not good.

 

Since this five ghost fortune method uses talismanic power to force the ghost to work, the requestor must perform an offering during the 2^nd and the 14^th day for the spirits to thank its help.

 

Another point to note is that prior to casting the five ghost fortune spell, the sorcerer must understand his/her luck. If he/she is in a bad luck cycle, then the spell should not be cast otherwise dangers will fall upon this sorcerer. Unless compelled to, it is not a norm that any sorcerers are willing to perform this deed for any requestors.

 

 

Related link in Chinese:

 

http://searojaktalk.blogspot.com/2014/09/blog-post_35.html

 

The Ultimate Taoist Talisman (终极的道教符咒)

Someone has thrown me this question: “There are just so many talismans around, which should I learn?” Truely, there is indeed one talisman that can overpower all demonic forces. If you still do not trust me, then let me elaborate:

 

This talisman is very simple, it is the secret name of Ziwei (紫薇大帝讳) and the talisman is simply “雨渐耳”. It is a very important one as anyone who wanted to perform the ritual to train his/her original soul will need first to write this talisman.

 

Its meaning is simple: Ziwei is the master of Northern Stars, and these stars rules over our mortal lives; including the demons too. Hence, when the demons make troubles; one only needs to pray to Ziwei and the demons will disperse.

 

Training of our souls, means we want to ‘altar our fates’. There is a saying amongst Taoist communities that goes:

 

“我命由我不由天！”

(My fate is in my hands, not the heaven!)

 

Indeed, Taoists do not believe in destiny. Only when we know our fates that we could change them; the ones that are ignorant of their own fates remain helpless. That is simple logic, don’t you think so?

 

That is a mantra that goes along with Ziwei secret name that goes:

 

道法本无多，

南辰灌北河，

都来一个字，

降尽世间魔。

 

(The original Taoism is simple,

As if the Southern Stars dropping into the Northern River,

All that sums up to one word,

That subdues all worldly demons.)

 

I guess, the meaning need not elaborate further.

 

Well, now do you still say that Taoism is nonsense after all?

 

 

Related link in Chinese:

 

http://searojaktalk.blogspot.com/2014/09/blog-post_67.html

  

Taoist Uses Of Sword Mudra

 

The closing sword mudra ritual can also be used for passive protection though rarely.

 

 

Sword mudra is extensively used in Taoist rituals. The normal use of sword mudra is to write talismans in the air or on the palm; to one extreme, it can also be used to kill evil spirits.

 

My brother in dharma is very expert in using sword mudra. He only needs to point at the person possessed by spirit, the person would then shivers and the sprit will subsequently annihilated. However, this method is just too unkind to be used as it slaughters without any compassions. Hence, when my brother in dharma is old and sick, he was possessed by others spirits that wanted to seek revenge.

 

In order to harness the full power of sword mudra, we must first know the tricks of the trade.

 

In Traditional Taoist practices, there are two types of formula: the first is the opening of sword mudra, and the second is the closing of the mudra. A sword mudra is deemed as a real sword hence it will need to be treated properly.

 

I will just show you the closing ritual for the sword mudra for now, which is also good for passive protection against all dangers:

 

The first step is to use one’s thumb to press on the points on one’s fingers as shown and while doing so, recite the below mantra:

 

“乾剑精，坤剑灵，圭雷电，运玄星，罡星至，雷亨真，乾元亨利贞，日月星三光逢凶化吉，遇难成祥！”

 

(The heavenly sword is elegant while the earthly sword is true, it encompasses thunder and lighting. It also moves the North Stars, all becomes auspicious and the sun, moon and star lights remove all dangers!)

 

After that, one just holds his/her hands in front of his/her chest and take a bow facing the main altar.

 

Of course, this practice will be different according to various lineages. Allow me just to keep some secrecy for now as my intention is just to let you know that there is such a method. The reason is that, if one is diligent in the practice of Taoist sword mudra, then he/she can also harm mortal beings and animals too; hence care should be exercise.

 

Related link in Chinese:

 

http://searojaktalk.blogspot.com/2014/09/blog-post_2.html

 

 

The Original States Of Spirits (原形与原神)

 

By understanding the original states of spirits we are dealing, we will go a long way in our spiritual practices!

 

 

People think that spirits such as ghosts, gods, goddesses, Taoist immortals, Buddha and the like have individual forms. That of course can only be found in movies and stories unfortunately. Actually none of the spirits possess fix forms as they are just congregation of gases or energy. Having said so, they do have a common body; that is what the Buddhist scholars call it as consciousnesses. And that their original forms can only be described with geometry shapes.

 

Now let us do a comparison for clarity:

 

Human:

The human has two components: the consciousness and physical body. Since the body is of solid matters, it cannot change its shapes.

 

Ghosts:

Ghost only possess consciousness, hence it can congregate enough energy or chi to change its appearance.

 

Gods/Goddesses:

They have the same component as the ghosts only that it is stronger.

 

Taoist Immortals & Buddha:

They have bodies that are even stronger than the gods and goddesses. Other than the consciousnesses, they also have original state and luminous bodies.

 

The Golden Immortals:

These Immortals take the shape of equal lateral triangles. These triangular consciousness bodies continue to rotate freely and slowly until some of them bind with each other to form a magical net of spectacular golden nets that forms the golden immortal heaven. This is almost similar with the ‘Magical Net’ (Mayajala) in Ningmapa Lineage.

 

The Unsurpassed Golden Immortals:

These golden immortals are formed by three equal lateral triangles. These triangles form three sides of a prism. Hence, this is the true Taoist Immortal in 3D! On the other hand, the golden immortal is only in 2D.

 

Only we understand the various original states of spirits, we can then start to engage in spiritual practices or perform exorcism. Otherwise, we will be bewildered by the ever changing shapes of these spirits.

  

Related Chinese links:

 

http://searojaktalk.blogspot.com/2014/09/original-states-of-spirits.html

 

Someone Is Pulling My Legs!

If you say that my ghost stories are valid within Chinese society only, then I can firmly tell you that you are wrong as water spirits behave the same be it in Asia or in American continent.

 

The Chinese believe that water spirit can and will harm. When water spirits harm, it is termed as ‘finding replacement’. Water spirits are very different from other spirits as they have mass so they are more powerful than the ordinary spirits. Water spirits are normally territorial. In another words, these spirits will stay put in the same water body until they find their replacements.

 

Water spirits will normally transform into beautiful fishes to entice unwary anglers. Or they may make use of sound or even rare plants in the water to entice people to venture into the waters so that these folks could be dragged into deeper waters and drowned. In events of new drown victims, their souls will transform into new water spirits while the old ones move on.

 

Unlike other spirits on land, water spirits will harm on the innocents even they have no relations what so ever with their victims. It is believed that this is due to the fact that the water spirits suffer a lot in the water as they have no fix place to stay; this is precisely the reason why they will seek replacements at the fastest possible speed.

 

The more powerful ones will even venture out to the banks to call names. If anyone who answer the call; then this person will drown the next day. If the calls are ignored, then nothing will happen.

 

When I was serving in a MNC, I had a US counterpart named George. George’s family owns a piece of farm land in California. A mid size river flows beside the farm land which was of convenience to the daily operations of the farm; waters could be pumped to irrigate the farm crops amongst other conveniences.

 

George had a brother, Michael who was under the service of US Armed Force for many years before retiring back to help to take care of their family farm.

 

One night when Michael was sound asleep in his room, suddenly he was awakened by someone jerking his feet. After some search, he found nothing and he didn’t put the strange incident in his mind only sort of mentioning that over his breakfast with his mother. No one thought the incident was strange and everyone minded their own business after that.

 

After the breakfast, Michael brought his beloved horse to the river for cleaning. Unfortunately, he was found drowned for some reasons. Michael’s bedroom is still remained as it is until today as according to George that his brother still returned to this room to rest.

 

It is at times that George heard strange noises came from Michael’s room and at times footstep sounds descending from the staircase.

 

Another similar story happened in Kuala Kangsar, Perak. I supposed it is no harm to talk about it now as this is an old story happened some dog gone years ago.

 

I had a tuition teacher when he took an afternoon nap one day and suddenly he was awaken by a strong jerk on his feet. He was so shocked by this sudden unprovoked assault and immediately shouted for his mother. His mother immediately came and awoke him. After hearing his story, my tutor’s mother scolded him for talking nonsense as no one was around in the living daylight!

 

Strange enough, it was told to me that this tutor of mine had an argument with his girl friend at night and in a gust of fury he jumped into the Perak River and drowned.

  

Hence, the purpose of I am telling you these two ghost stories is that; it doesn’t matter where you are, when you or your love ones dreamed of someone’s legs were pulled, then better take extra caution. There are just too many real examples around; we just shouldn’t simply rub them off as superstitious.

 

Related link in Chinese:

 

http://searojaktalk.blogspot.com/2014/09/blog-post.html

 

Pretty Lady Ghost (倩女幽魂记)

People now are unfortunately timid as when speaking of lady ghosts, they will tremble in fear. I can still remember that when I was engaging in the practice of Lower Maoshan ghost magic, magician of that time are crazy of this type of lady spirits. People even had love affairs with lady spirits. No kidding! If it was not the person's wife's jealousy; the sorcerer had no intention to release his beautiful spirits! Hahaha! That was my master I am talking about…

 

It is said that lady ghosts are extremely pretty; they normally appear at dusk or under full moon light in rural areas. When one comes across a lady ghost, he should not have any cranky ideas about this spirit. The best way is just to walk away peacefully. If anyone is being enchanted by it and try to flirt, it will gently glide away. However if that person is so persistent in following; then disaster will he fallen upon him.

 

It is not easy for our modern folks to encounter this lady spirit. In old days, there weren’t any entertainment. Other than fee paying commercial cinema; the other alternative is the Chinese opera performance held yearly in honour of gods and goddesses. Since the opera shows are free for all, the performances were very much welcomed by general Chinese public at that time.

 

Chinese opera performances lasted for a week or so in old days. The shows normally started at around 7pm and ends at midnight. Since there were very less public transport around then, spectators had to walk back in small groups after the performance. This is especially true in rural areas.

 

I was staying in Kuala Kangsar when I was small. Every time when there were opera performances in a nearby Taoist temple, my mom, grandma and I would walk to the temple to enjoy the opera performances. We had to walk for about half an hour to get there. Although there is a shortcut, no one wanted to venture it especially at night as the shorter route leads to a cemetery and local folks believe that place is haunted. No one would venture that lane, especially in the midst of night.

 

I can still remember a real story told by my late grandma.

 

A butcher known by the name Uncle Bing who lived just across a street was said to be the victim of a lady ghost.

 

As the story goes, it was one of these temple celebrations that Uncle Bing went to watch the Chinese opera performance. The opera performance for that particular year was extended for an additional hour. It was already 1am after the opera ends. Normally it will be half an hour’s walk back unless someone dares to take the haunted short cart.

 

Perhaps the Uncle Bing was bold enough, or perhaps he was indeed enchanted by ghost; it was according to people who walked along with him that when the gang passed through a cross junction, Uncle Bing suddenly said to his companions that he saw a pretty lady in read stood by the junction. He wanted to flirt with the lady in red. But since all his companions didn’t see anyone there, they shouted for Uncle Bing to come back. Uncle Bing ignored his friends’ shouts and as if he was hypnotised and walk straight into the dark. Since Uncle Bing was a stout physique, no one can stop him anyway. So, people can only watch him vanished into the darkness.

 

Since Uncle Bing failed to return the next morning, local folks organised a man hunt for him. They finally found Uncle Bing still hugging a tomb stone and that he was still in deep slumber then. When people found him, Uncle Bing was already unconscious. He subsequently suffered high fever and after a few days’ struggle, Uncle Bing eventually kicked the bucket.

 

People said that Uncle Bing was killed by the pretty lady ghost; perhaps we will just treat that as an urban legend. Then and again, I am curious to ask if you too are afraid of pretty lady ghost?

 

Related Chinese links:

 

http://searojaktalk.blogspot.com/2014/09/pretty-lady-ghost.html