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The *Zhouhou Beiji Fang* (Emergency Prescriptions Kept in the Sleeve) states that there are many types of venomous snakes, but their toxicity varies. In April and May, there are green or bluish-green hui snakes (a type of viper), large white-necked snakes; in June, there are bamboo-hunting patterned pit vipers, black-scaled snakes with red eyes, yellow mouths, and backward-curving fangs, as well as triangular-headed snakes. These are all snakes with potent venom. If bitten persons do not receive immediate treatment, they often die. The first measure is to perform exorcistic spells (Jin), and the second is to use medicine. Nowadays, few laypeople know how to perform these spells. Even if one seeks out a master to learn the techniques, the patient may already have become incapacitated or died. Therefore, it is best to diligently employ various medicinal treatments. However, if one accidentally passes through grassy paths, how can one carry all medical texts? (This passage is from Volume 8 of the *Wenzhong Beijifang*)

Cui’s Snake-Bite Exorcism Method. (Transmitted by Lu Anman)
If someone has been bitten by a snake and cannot move independently, once an assistant arrives, have the patient sit down. Ask where the bite occurred. Then, face the ground, and firmly pinch the inner side of the first joint curve at the tip of the thumb and index finger using the left hand. Simultaneously, visualize and silently recite the following mantra:
"Pinch the snake's head, clamp the snake's eyes, gaze toward the snake's direction, step on the snake's feet." After finishing, let the person leave. Wait until they are at a great distance, then slowly release the pinched fingers. The wound will heal.

Lu Anman’s Snake-Bite Exorcism Method.
On the fifth day of the fifth lunar month, start from the east side of the door and walk three steps south. After gathering qi from the four directions, gather qi again facing south. Then, whisper the following incantation forty-nine times continuously, after which you may proceed as needed. The incantation used is: "Zhecha hejia zhajie sengjin zha jianzha. She du si, jian yan, she du lan." (Snake poison dies, sword sharpens, snake poison rots.) When reciting the spell, you must stand in the position of the Month General (Yuejian), summon the bitten person to stand before you, then walk backward seven steps, stomp your feet, turn around, and face the victim. Pinch two acupoints on the fingers as described previously, then recite the incantation seven times. Immediately allow the patient to return. After about the time it takes to cook a meal, release the pinched eye area. If you do not understand the incantation, the snake may cause death. Thus, release the pinched eye area and recite: "The tree before my courtyard, a hundred feet tall without branches, the Phoenix resides above. Relying on this power, expel quickly. Let you go, capture your poison, let life be peaceful. Hurry, just like the law commands." (From Volume 5)

*Gujin Luyan* Exorcism Formula for Snake Bites. (Presented by Grand Military Officer Li, sent by Gao Yuanhai)
The incantation says: "[Name], male or female, from [Village] in [County], [Prefecture], aged [Age]. On [Date/Time], at [Location], I was bitten by a [Color] snake at [Body Part]." Recite secretly: "You are the Gongcao deity of Si (Snake hour), I am the Mingfu deity of Hai (Pig hour). If you do not restrain the poison, I will pinch your mouth." Hold your breath and visualize pinching the snake's mouth. The snake's mouth corresponds to the white texture on the second joint of the index finger. Pinch it with the left hand. If bitten in the center, pinch with both hands. Do not forget to keep pinching until the swollen area. Prick the skin to bleed, and the condition will immediately improve. (From Volume 45)