Qigong has been cited in an Indian religion and dharma that encompasses a variety of traditions, beliefs and spiritual practices largely based on teachings attributed to the Buddha which is known as Buddhist philosophy.
Qigong practice typically involves moving meditation, coordinating slow-flowing movement, deep rhythmic breathing, and a calm meditative state of mind
 In the Confucius scholar tradition, meditation is focused on humanity and virtue, with the aim of self-enlightenment

