Kneeling in Prayer

To perform the Taoist kneeling worship ritual, first lunge forward with the left foot, bending at the knee, bringing the right knee to the ground before lowering the left knee to a kneeling position in preparation to perform three kowtows. When kowtowing, place both hands with palms open on the prayer seat, with the backs of both hands facing upward and pressing the palms into the prayer seat. Touch your forehead to the surface of the prayer seat; alternatively, form the Taichi clasp with both hands and lay the hands on the prayer seat and touch your forehead to the cushion or on your clasped hands. Frequently performing the kneeling and kowtowing ritual not only shows devotion but also dispels the obstacles of sin, and increases blessings and wisdom.