Title: Why the True Body of the Six Ancestors has not been corrupted for thousands of years.
Huineng, the sixth patriarch of Zen Buddhism, was a monk with a very high status in the history of Chinese Buddhism, and his teachings and influence are still far-reaching today. However, the story of his life, especially the incorruptibility of his physical body, has always been a topic of conversation. So, why can the true body of the six ancestors not decay for thousands of years?What kind of scientific principles are contained in this?
First of all, what we need to understand is that the incorruptibility of the Sixth Ancestor Huineng's physical body did not exist at the beginning, but gradually formed over a period of time after his death. According to historical records, the sixth ancestor Huineng passed away in 713 A.D. in Nanhua Temple in Shaoguan, Guangdong, and his body was well preserved for decades after his death until the end of the Tang Dynasty. During this period, the flesh of the six ancestors did not appear to be incorruptible. So, how exactly does this amazing phenomenon happen?
Through the study of the physical body of the six ancestors, scientists have found that the main reasons for its incorruptibility are as follows:
First of all, the practice and eating habits of the six patriarchs during their lifetimes played a key role in the preservation of their physical bodies. According to historical records, the sixth ancestor was a vegetarian and lived a simple life, and this lifestyle made his body contain a large number of antioxidants, which can effectively resist the damage of free radicals, thereby delaying the aging process of the body. In addition, the meditation of the six patriarchs during their lifetime also helped to maintain the health of the body. Meditation can help people adjust their breathing, relax their minds, and improve the body's immunity, which is also very beneficial for the preservation of the body.
Secondly, the special treatment of the six ancestors after their death also played an important role in the preservation of their physical bodies. According to historical records, after the death of the six ancestors, they were placed in a special coffin, and then coated with thick lime around the coffin to prevent the invasion of air and moisture. This treatment not only prevents the growth of bacteria, but also maintains the humidity and temperature inside the coffin, thus creating a good environment for the preservation of the flesh.
Thirdly, the environmental factors after the death of the six ancestors also played a certain role in the preservation of their physical bodies. Shaoguan, Guangdong Province is located in the south, with a humid climate and moderate temperature, which is very favorable for the preservation of corpses. In addition, Nanhua Temple is located in the valley, with fresh air and beautiful environment, which also provides good conditions for the preservation of the physical bodies of the six ancestors.
Finally, the incorruptibility of the flesh of the six ancestors may also be due to the action of a special microorganism. Scientists have found in the study of the flesh of the six ancestors that there is a microorganism called "Trichoderma" in its body, which can survive in an oxygen-free environment, and can produce a substance called "ascorbic acid", which can effectively prevent the oxidation of the body, thereby delaying the aging process of the body.
In general, the true body of the Six Ancestors can not decay for thousands of years, mainly due to the combined effect of various factors such as their cultivation and dietary habits during their lifetime, special treatment methods after their death, environmental factors, and special microbial effects. This phenomenon not only reflects the deep respect of Buddhists for the six patriarchs, but also provides us with valuable information for studying the preservation of the human body and the role of microorganisms.
However, we should also note that although the incorruptibility of the six ancestors' physical bodies is very magical, this is not something that everyone can achieve. Everyone's physical condition and living environment are different, so we cannot blindly imitate the lifestyle and treatment methods of the six ancestors. On the contrary, we should pay more attention to maintaining a healthy lifestyle and pay attention to the balance of body and mind, which is really worth pursuing.
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