Identity
Once initiated, you have become a disciple of Tin Yat Lineage, or Tin Yat Paai (天一派) in Cantonese. The word “sect” (paai 派) refers to a group led by the sect’s leader, united as a team with the same vision and spirit in their hearts.
Tin Yat Lineage focuses on Tin Yat. Tin means the sky, and Yat means “one,” symbolizing a focus on connecting back with the sky. Here, the "sky" represents our source, called Saam Law, the trinity system of the primordial world—the true origin of nature. As disciples of Tin Yat Lineage, we are entrusted with the teachings and powers of this extraordinary source, with the goal of uniting with it.
In this sect, we do not rely solely on our own strength. Instead, we embrace and use the power of our source to overcome challenges, ensuring that no one fights alone.
When you enter the sect, you are given a name. This is your future Taoist name, but for now, it is called your magic name. This name marks the beginning of your new life as a disciple of Tin Yat Lineage. Whatever the name means on the surface is not important. Think of it like a number that identifies a person—it holds no inherent meaning until you give it value.
What truly matters is what you put into the name through your actions and behaviour. For example, if your name is Tin Nice but you act poorly or disrespect your master, how can you be considered "nice"? A name is just a label; your job is to fill it with positive meaning and create a good name through your deeds and character.
In traditional Chinese culture, initiation involves two key steps: Baai Si (拜師), meaning “worship the master,” and Yup Moon (入門), meaning “entering the door” of the sect.
The term “master” here is often misunderstood. It does not imply a master-slave relationship. Instead, it refers to someone who has mastered extraordinary skills and passes them on to their disciples. A master inherits wisdom and skills from one generation to the next, serving as a lifelong guide to their disciples.
As a disciple (Dai Jee 弟子), your relationship with your master is akin to that of a child and a parent. Unlike students who learn from a teacher in a classroom, disciples are guided, cared for, and protected by their master throughout life. In return, disciples must show respect by behaving like true disciples, not like “consumers” who merely pay for a service.
During initiation, your master places a copy of the main god of the lineage, Saam Law Jo Si, within you. You are also given a heart spell (HS0) to invoke this god and access his power, which is the foundation of your Taoist magic.
The heart spell acts as a key to unlock this power, which you did not have before initiation. To prove your faith and commitment, you will follow a cultivation schedule, reciting the heart spell 108 times daily for 108 days. This practice demonstrates your dedication and builds a positive connection with the god. The more consistent and sincere you are, the more the god will want to help you, resulting in stronger magic power.
The ultimate goal of a Tin Yat Stage disciple is to advance to the Saam Law Stage by becoming ordained as a Saam Law Taoist. If you already feel ready, take the next step! If not, use this time to prepare yourself for ordination.
The Tin Yat Stage is the entry point to the sect—it is not meant to be a permanent resting place. If you’re unsure about anything, ask questions and seek clarity. We encourage you to take initiative and actively prepare for the next stage of your journey.
