In Taoist tradition, the peach pit symbolizes longevity, exorcism, and spiritual alchemy. Revered since ancient times (as recorded in the Classic of Mountains and Seas), it embodies the balance of yin (kernel) and yang (shell), reflecting Taoist cosmology. Carved into talismans, it wards off evil (Taoist Canon: "Peach pits suppress ghosts"), while its form represents primordial Qi. Used in rituals and meditation (e.g., Quanzhen prayer beads), it exemplifies Taoism's harmony with nature—"breaking the shell to reveal true essence."
Taoism reveres cats as spiritual guardians, their yin-yang sensing eyes symbolizing cosmic balance. As "Five Yang Beasts," black cats ward off evil, inspiring ritual tools. Their meditative stillness and hunting prowess mirror Taoist cultivation—embodying softness overcoming hardness. Temple cats at sacred sites like Wudang reflect Taoism's belief in universal spirituality.
