{"product_id":"dragon-and-tiger-pagodas-taoist-peach-wood-protection-talisman","title":"Dragon and Tiger Pagodas Taoist Peach Wood Protection Talisman","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA carved peach wood talisman engraved with traditional Taoist protective text and symbols, intended to guard against negative forces and maintain spiritual balance. Designed for daily carry, this type of charm blends folk Taoism and temple culture into a discreet personal object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAcquired: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eDragon and Tiger Pagodas, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan - February 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYear Made: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eUnknown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReligion \/ Tradition: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eTaoism with Buddhist influence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterials: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePeach wood cylinder, Braided cord with wooden beads, Metal key ring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWays to Use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Attach to keys, bag, or backpack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Carry in a pocket as a personal protective charm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Keep near a workspace or doorway\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e• Travel talisman for protection on journeys\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis talisman is carved from peach wood, a material historically used in Taoist ritual objects, swords, seals, and charms due to its association with protection and spiritual purity. The engraved text consists of protective formulas commonly found on folk talismans, while the manji symbol reflects its auspicious, non political use in East Asian religious traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe compact cylindrical shape allows it to function as a portable guardian, suitable for constant carry. These objects are widely used across Taiwan in temples and pilgrimage sites, especially at locations associated with balance, duality, and protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCultural Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eObjects like this are not tied to a single named deity but draw on broader Taoist cosmology, where written symbols and materials themselves carry protective force. Peach wood in particular is believed to repel harmful spirits and stabilize one’s surroundings.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HOLY VIOLENCE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47458820522196,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/9173\/0132\/files\/IMG_4272.jpg?v=1768792374","url":"https:\/\/holyviolence.store\/products\/dragon-and-tiger-pagodas-taoist-peach-wood-protection-talisman","provider":"HOLY VIOLENCE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}