- seven mortal forms in Daoism, representing carnal life and desires
- contrasted with 三魂 three immortal souls
Generated: This term refers to the physical and earthly aspects of a person's existence in Daoist philosophy, symbolizing desires and the materialistic side of life.
Every person has seven mortal forms, which represent human desires and physical life.
Generated: In this context, it highlights the opposition between the transient, earthly aspects of existence and the eternal, spiritual aspects.
The seven mortal forms correspond to the three immortal souls, illustrating the opposition between the material and the spiritual.