What does it mean to be a disciple of Master Sha?

In Chinese culture, people who desire to learn from a master teacher may study as a student or as a disciple. However, there is a difference in what is learned. In China, a disciple learns the true secrets to mastery while a student may study without winning the trust of the master to pass on the true knowledge. When Master Sha calls someone a disciple, he is bestowing an honor from his Chinese heritage that he will pass on the depths of his wisdom and teachings to this dedicated student.

Master Sha also practices Chinese forms of courtesy learned from his childhood, including bowing down to teachers and masters. He was taught to bow down to the floor to honor his tai chi masters, qi gong masters and kung fu masters. In many Asian cultures, bowing down is a form of respect and honor, not servitude. During retreats, Master Sha continues to show this courtesy when he honors the Divine and his spiritual fathers and mothers. Master Sha’s disciples have adopted this form of courtesy as well to show gratitude and love for the Divine blessings received from the teachings.