Taoism's Consecration Ceremony - A Blessing From Taoist Gods

In Taoist tradition, the “開光 KaiGuang” ceremony or the Consecration ceremony symbolizes sanctification and blessings. By integrating Taoist elements, BaGua Jewelry aspires to channel positive energy into four key life aspects: Health, Wealth, Relationships, and Career.
This article offers an official immersive Consecration Ceremony experience held on November 25, 2024 at Léi Jìn Tán (雷晉壇), complete with a video and vibrant photos detailing the altar arrangements, ritual implements, the Taoist priest’s blessings, and customized consecrations—demonstrating how heritage meets modern branding.

The Cultural Background & Origins of the Ceremony

Rooted in ancient times, Taoist Kaiguang/ Consecration ceremony is believed to imbue objects or spaces with sacred energy, enhancing one’s fortune in Health, Wealth, Relationships, Career or anyother aspects. 

​​​​​​Consecration Ceremony is not merely religious but a blessing ritual, bestowing spiritual essence and uplifting energy.

BaGua Jewelry incorporates these core values, merging tradition with innovation.

BaGua Jewelry's Official 11/25 Consecration Ceremony documentary video 

Distinctive Features of BaGua Jewelry’s Consecration Ceremony

The consecration ceremony procedure typically includes: 

• Altar Setup

Begin by carefully preparing and arranging the altar, placing all ritual items and offerings in their proper positions to welcome the presence of the deities.

• Invitation of Deities

Through chanting scriptures, ringing a bronze bell, or tapping a wooden fish (muyu), formally invite the deities to descend and bless both the items and participants.

• Purification of Ritual Items and Jewelry

Employ incense, pure water, or specially prepared water (fu water) to cleanse all ritual implements and jewelry, removing any negative energies and ensuring the ceremony’s sanctity.

• Chanting Blessings

By chanting scriptures, ringing the bell, and burning incense, the Taoist priest infuses the four major aspects—Health, Wealth, Relationships, and Career—into the items, invoking divine protection and fulfillment.

• Opening the Spiritual Eye (KaiGuang DianYan)

Using a calligraphy brush dipped in red cinnabar or special ink, mark the jewelry or ritual items with a symbolic red dot, thereby awakening their spiritual essence and bestowing sacred blessings.

• Final Completion of Consecration

BaGua Jewelry firmly believes in the tangible positive effects of Taoist consecration. During each ceremony, Master Chen specifically performs “Kaiguang Dianyan” to empower each item, focusing on the four major life aspects that customers most care about.

Common Questions

• Is BaGua Jewelry qualified to perform a Consecration Cermony? 

  • Yes. BaGua Jewelry is partnering with Lei Jin Tan, a Altar inherited for over 250 years and was certified by the Taipei National University of the Arts and the Fu Jen Catholic University. 

• I'm not a Taoist. Can I still participate in or request a Kaiguang ceremony?

  • Yes. The Kaiguang Consecration ceremony isn’t restricted to Taoist believers. It’s about welcoming positive energy and blessings. BaGua Jewelry aims to share the good fortune of Taoist culture with anyone who seeks it 

• Does Kaiguang Consecration ceremony truly affect my Health, Wealth, Relationships, and Career?

  • The KaiGuang Consecration ceremony has been practiced by the Taoist priest since Taoism existed. It is well known by its believers and is believed to imbue items with divine energy, enhancing all aspects. BaGua Jewelry categorized all the problems a person might encounter in life into our four main theme, Health, Wealth, Relationship and Career. Actual results also depend on personal effort and maintaining a positive mindset.

• What’s the difference between a customized Consecration and a standard one?

  • A customized Consecration involves extra elements like specific talismans or prayers tailored to individual needs, customers will have the option to choose to receive a one of a kind talisman with customer's name and birthday on the back or to ask Taoist Master to write the talisman on your interror packaging or both just like the one in our video above.

  • A standard Consecration is included in all of our products which focuses on the basic “opening the eye” and blessing steps. The talisman for one of our four main themes (chosen by customer before checkout) is included. 

• Why do some ceremonies only use a drop of chicken comb blood instead of sacrificing the entire animal?

  • With growing animal welfare awareness, Taoist and related ceremonies have shifted to symbolic methods. Using just a drop of chicken comb blood preserves tradition while respecting animal life and the environment. (Please let us know if you wish not to use any blood, we will use cinnabar only)

• After a piece of jewelry is consecrated, does it require periodic or repeated Consecration?

  • Generally, one Consecration ceremony has lasting effects. However, you may consider another ceremony or a simple purification if you experience significant life changes or wish to reinforce the spiritual energy. Simply contact us through support@baguajewelry.com. 

• Can I request a Consecration focused specifically on Wealth enhancement?

  • Yes. The priest can incorporate prayers, talismans, or deities associated with wealth into the ritual to amplify financial energies. Same way apply to all 4 of our main themes. 

• How long does a typical Consecration ceremony take?

  • It varies based on the process and customization. A simple, standard ceremony can take 15–25 minutes, while adding talisman drawings or multiple blessings may extend it beyond 30 minutes for the customized Consecration.

• How can I take part in BaGua Jewelry’s Consecration ceremonies?

  • All of our jewelry are sold with a standard Consecration included. Customers will be asked to either be blessed with one OR all 4 of your product's theme, But will only receive one talisman of your choice. 
  • The Customized Consecration service is optional and suitable for all of our products. 

• If I want to gift a consecrated piece of jewelry to someone else, do I need a new Consecration ceremony?

  • If you are buying a gift for someone else, simply provide the full name and date of birth of the recipient when purchasing. 
  • if you are giving away your own Consecrated jewelry, it’s generally recommended to perform a brief reconsecration or purification, allowing the new owner to establish their personal connection and receive the item’s blessings.