Shen (神) is a general term for divine being, indicating the myriad deities, Buddhas, and Taoist immortals in Chinese spiritual traditions. Yun (韻) means rhythm and conveys a person’s entire bearing. So, put together, what does Shen Yun mean?

We all know how beautiful dancing can be, but can you imagine the beauty of divine beings dancing in the heavens? That’s the meaning of the name Shen Yun.