What is a relic?Why do the monks produce relics after cremation, and why don't ordinary people have them?
The relics are a special kind of relic in Buddhism and have a sacred meaning. They are usually the material remains left behind by the cremation of older monks and are created under a set of special conditions. Relics are regarded as priceless symbols of special value in the Buddhist faith.
The design process of Sariputta dates back to the time of Shakyamuni Buddha.
According to Buddhist scriptures, after the death of the Buddha, the body was cremated, and the relics produced during the cremation process were called relics. These relics are believed to be the relics of the Buddha and the power of compassion. Relics come in a variety of forms, some resemble small jewels, some resemble stones or crystals, and some resemble dust. They are usually gold, silver, or transparent.
Why do elderly monks have relics after cremation, but ordinary people don't?
In Buddhism, older monks achieve inner purification and transcendence through years of intensive practice. When cremated, their remains undergo a special transformation process to produce relics. This transformation is considered a symbol of their spiritual practice and a manifestation of their wisdom and compassion.
However, Buddhist teachings also mention that anyone with compassion and good deeds can attain a state of meditation and even form relics after cremation. Therefore, relics do not belong only to the great monks, but are seen as a potentially universal possibility.
For Buddhists, the existence of relics has great spiritual significance. They are kept in Buddhist temples or stupas as objects of worship. The relics are also regarded as one of the important legacies of Buddhist culture, and their existence is material evidence of the history of Buddhism and the existence of the Buddha. The relics are also a source of artistic inspiration and have inspired the creation of many Buddhist artworks.
Despite the importance of relics in Buddhism, Buddhism also emphasizes the importance of inner awakening, which is much more important than external relics. When the Buddha was alive, he emphasized that true Buddhism is not attachment to external relics, but inner awakening.
Relics are special relics of sacred significance in Buddhism. The existence of relics is proof of the existence of Buddhism and one of the main legacies of Buddhist culture. Buddhism, however, places more emphasis on the importance of inner practice, placing practice and awakening above material relics.