崂山道士的饮食文化

道教饮食文化的内容非常丰富。崂山优越的自然条件为山中道众提供了良好的素食条件,此外,崂山道士还崇尚少食,并通过奇特的服食方式来修炼长生。饮酒本为道教所禁,但文学作品中不乏崂山道士饮酒的记载。崂山道士善饮茶,饮茶可以醒脑提神,排解苦恼与忧郁,许多宫观在庙会期间有煮茶迎宾的习俗。

A Study of the Nutrition Culture of the Laoshan Taoists

Taoism has very rich nutrition culture.The favorable natural conditions of Mount Laoshan provide the Taoists living there with abundant vegetarian resources.In addition,the Laoshan Taoists advocate eating little and adopt peculiar eating and drinking habits in the hope of seeking longevity.Taoists are prohibited to drink alcohol,but it is not rare to see Taoists drinking alcohol in literary works.They also drink tea,which can drive their troubles and worries away and refresh and relax themselves.Serving tea has been reserved as a traditional custom to receive guests during temple fairs.