Jue Yuan (Monk Jueyuan)
Shaolin Monk / Master
Legendary 13th-century Shaolin monk who expanded 18 Arhat techniques into 72 stances and helped formulate Five Animals Kung Fu.
Quick Facts
Date of Birth13. století
Date of Death13. století
Era13th century (Yuan Dynasty)
Country of Origin
China (Henan)
China (Henan)Rank / TitleReformer of Shaolin Kung Fu (72 stances / 5 animals)
Active Yearsca 1260–1300
Biography
Monk Jue Yuan expanded Shaolin's 18 Luohan hand methods to 72 techniques. Partnering with masters Li Sou and Bai Yufeng, they codified the iconic Five Animal styles of Shaolin Kung Fu.