Among the Chinese classics, "Journey to the West" is known as one of the four famous novels and stands out for its unique mythological elements. However, while depicting the mythological plot, ** cleverly incorporated secular elements, making a certain attack on Buddhism at that time.
On the way to learn the scriptures, Tang monks and apprentices went through nine hundred and eighty-one difficulties, but they encountered the dilemma of asking for "tips" in the Da Lei Yin Temple. This kind of "personnel", that is, the secular "tip", made Tang Seng forced to ask Rulai for advice and received an unexpected answer. Rulai actually approved the transmission of scriptures and accepted bribes, which let us see the difficult side of the real Tang monks' preaching.
The subject of the article, the historical prototype Xuanzang, began to become a monk at the age of 13, and began to travel around the world at the age Xi of 26, visiting famous teachers all over the world, learning Buddhist scriptures and other scriptures, and devoting himself to self-solving doubts and teaching true Buddhist doctrines. When he asked the imperial court for orders to go abroad to learn scriptures, he was repeatedly refused, and finally smuggled out of the country without permission, and returned to the Tang Dynasty after all kinds of hardships.
After Xuanzang returned to the dynasty, Tang Taizong Li Shimin was courteous, but in fact, it was Taizong's political ambitions behind it. During the secret talks in Luoyang, Tang Taizong treated Xuanzang very politely, but not out of devotion to Buddhism, but because of Xuanzang's deep understanding of the geography and national conditions of the Western Regions, and provided important information for the conquest of the Western Regions.
However, Tang Taizong's courtesy did not continue in his later years. After Tang Gaozong succeeded to the throne, his attitude towards Xuanzang changed greatly, placing him in "imprisonment" and forcing him to follow him at all times. For the sake of the missionary cause, Xuanzang had to fight left and right in the political struggle, and even surrendered his identity and asked for exile to Yuhua Temple.
In Yuhua Temple, Xuanzang hurried to complete the translation of the scriptures, but in the end, the courtesy to him was unusually bland. Tang Gaozong not only did not give him any court ** to attend the funeral, but also did not even make tower inscriptions and inscriptions for him. All this shows that Tang Gaozong has a huge problem with Xuanzang, and he is still dissatisfied even after his death.
Xuanzang adhered to his faith all his life and did not hesitate to sacrifice his personal interests to promote Buddhism, but he was deeply caught in the whirlpool of political disputes. His encounter reveals a real "Tang monk", which is very different from the stereotypical image in "Journey to the West". Tang Seng's incompetence and Xuanzang's bravery have become a stark contrast between history and **, arousing people's admiration for this "alternative Tang Seng".
Xuanzang, a historical figure, presents a rich and real image in this article, far exceeding the image of Tang Seng in "Journey to the West" that we are familiar with. The article uses "Journey to the West" as an introduction to deeply analyze the political disputes and personal beliefs that Xuanzang experienced in the historical background, so that readers have a more comprehensive understanding of this ancient monk.
First of all, the article unfolds the "personnel" problems encountered by Tang Seng and his party in Da Leiyin Temple depicted in "Journey to the West", and points out the technique of skillfully integrating secular elements in **, although mythology is the keynote. This triggered the difficulty of Tang monks' mission, and through Rulai's attitude towards the transmission of scriptures and bribes, it hinted at the practical pressure faced by Xuanzang when he preached in history, and skillfully combined ** with history.
Secondly, the article tells in depth Xuanzang's life, from becoming a monk to learning Xi Buddhist scriptures, and then smuggling away without permission after facing the imperial court's refusal to go abroad, Xuanzang's firm belief and dedication to the cause of Buddhism are deeply moving. He practiced his devotion to his faith with his practical actions, and his determination to pursue the truth was admirable. This description introduces the reader to the pressures and hardships of Xuanzang's missionary journey, which makes the political dilemma he faced more prominent.
Further, the article focuses on the complex relationship between Tang Taizong Li Shimin and Xuanzang, highlighting the political purpose behind Tang Taizong's use of Xuanzang and courtesy. This display of political intrigue gives readers a deeper understanding of the cruelty of ancient political struggles. Tang Taizong's ambition and thirst for intelligence in the Western Regions were skillfully integrated into the article, laying the groundwork for Xuanzang's later encounters in the imperial court.
Finally, the article vividly describes Xuanzang's political predicament in his later years and the change of Tang Gaozong's attitude towards him. Xuanzang's bitter choice in the political turmoil, and having to wander in power and conspiracy for the sake of the missionary cause, all made people deeply feel his inner struggle. Through the description of the interaction between Xuanzang and Tang Gaozong, the article vividly shows Tang Gaozong's huge mustard for Xuanzang, which makes the second half of this monk's life even more embarrassing.
In general, this article cleverly connects the real experience of Xuanzang's preaching in history by triggering the image of Tang Seng in "Journey to the West", presenting a multi-layered and realistic historical figure. Through this insightful analysis, readers will be able to better understand the ups and downs that Xuanzang, an ancient monk, experienced in the spread of Buddhism, as well as the efforts and sacrifices he made.
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