As a treasure of Chinese culture, "Journey to the West" has long been deeply engraved in our memory. Whether it's books, movies, or whatever**, it has played an important role in our lives at one time.
In this masterpiece, Tang Seng, as an ordinary human being, does not have magical powers, but he has a unique ability - his flesh can make people immortal.
This is also the reason why the four of them have gone through a lot of hardships, and almost all the monsters are eager to catch Tang Seng to eat his flesh, which shows that immortality is a common pursuit.
In this mythical story, there is a puzzling phenomenon. Elder Jin Chi, an ordinary person, can live to be 270 years old, what is the reason for this?
In the quiet and solemn night of Guanyin Temple, you can always see a figure sneaking into Elder Jinchi's meditation room. The mysterious night visitor wears a dark blue cloak and his face is hidden in the shadow of his hat.
He placed a dim lantern in the corner of the wall, then fell to his knees, serving the elders in front of him attentively and reverently. In the middle of the night, whispers and muffled chants can occasionally be heard, which dissipate etherely in the moonlight.
When the first rays of sunlight shine through the window lattice, the mysterious visitor quietly leaves, as if it were a wonderful dream. And the elder, under his careful care, entered the sweet dream land peacefully.
At this mysterious moment, the monks in the monastery would consciously or unconsciously avoid the elder's abode for fear of disturbing some unspeakable ritual. This subtle sense of distance adds a layer of mystery to the elders and night visitors.
The relationship between them seems to go beyond ordinary practitioners, and it seems to hint at some secret that no one knows. The identity of this night visitor, and why he only appears at night, has always been the deepest mystery in Kannon-in.
*, the front is Kannon-in! Sun Wukong's face was full of anticipation, and his eyes fell on the verdant mountain gate and hazy incense mist in front of him. This ancient Zen monastery was incompatible with the hustle and bustle of the outside world for many years, which made him feel very novel.
Wukong, there are its own rules here, and you can't do it at will. Tang Seng reminded softly, for fear that this lively apprentice would cause trouble again.
Yes, Sun Wukong replied respectfully, however, he couldn't help but look around. Suddenly, a gentle breeze blew through, and his ornate robe fluttered in the wind, revealing a hidden brilliant color.
Master, this robe is really special, I don't know if it can make me ......An elderly Zen master respectfully asked to approach and take a closer look at this rare treasure. "Why not! ”
Sun Wukong generously displayed his robe so that the monk could inspect it carefully. The monk stared intently, as if to take a few more glances to make sure he was not delusional.
Just as the two looked at each other, a dazzling light suddenly shone on the robe, as if it was a fantasy transformation, which was fascinating. "How ......How so! The monk was surprised, and Sun Wukong was also confused.
The peace of Kannon-in Temple was shattered by an uproar, and a bandit leader with a sword and an evil face broke in. He stared viciously at Wukong's brilliant robe, and said viciously, "Brothers, this treasure is ours!" ”
Wukong did not hesitate, stepped forward, and proudly stood in front of **: "If you want to pass, pass me first!" The leader of the bandits, Lord Zhouzhai, was furious, and with an order, the heroes flocked to Wukong.
The two sides of the people come and go in the Guanyin Temple, so it's not lively. However, at this moment, the flames soared into the sky, and the glazed tile roof in the courtyard collapsed, and the entire quiet Guanyin Temple instantly turned into a sea of fire.
The monks fled for their lives in terror, and only Elder Jin Chi stood alone, letting the flames lick his white hair without a trace of panic.
Elder, please run away! Sun Wukong shouted loudly in the interval between sparring with the bandits. "Kannon-in Temple has been my home for 270 years, and I can't accept the fact that it's about to be destroyed......Elder Jin Chi said with regret that he had decided to confront Agni.
I should have rested ...... tooTongues of fire slowly devoured his aged body. The legendary 270-year-old long-lived elder walked peacefully into another world.
Xiaoyuki, what are you doing? The elder asked kindly. "*I am practicing the Heart Sutra. Ten-year-old Xiao Xing replied shyly. He was an orphan who was adopted by Elder Jinchi many years ago, and the elder not only gave him the security of life, but also taught him Buddhism and life wisdom with his heart, so Xiao Xing was full of respect and gratitude for his mentor.
Every morning, Xiao Xing will sit under the Bodhi tree in the courtyard ** and chant quietly, chanting words in his mouth.
Kannon-in Temple suffered a sudden fire, and all the good things were burned down. What saddened Xiao Xing the most was that his beloved elder also left him in the fire and left him forever.
*。Xiao Xing choked up, tears pouring out like a spring. He clutched the beads left for him by the elders, his forehead resting against the smooth amber. This object of solace is now the only link between him and his old friend.
At Elder Jinchi's memorial service, Koyuki made a promise to the monks with red eyes: "* When I leave, I will always remember the Dharma he taught and carry it forward."
This is my greatest memory of him! "Prior to this unfortunate incident, a mysterious "distinguished guest" had visited Elder Jinchi, and perhaps she could provide some clues to the unexpected fire.
Black Bear Spirit, a thousand-year-old demon who has lived in the mountains and forests for a hundred years, visited Elder Jinchi for the first time to solve the doubts in her heart, about the essential difference between humans and demons.
Unlike other murderous beasts, she is innocent in nature, confused and inferior to her alien identity. Elder Jin Chi replied with humility, "Goodness and malice have nothing to do with race.
All human beings have Buddha nature, but whether they can be awakened or not depends on a single thought. These words awakened the black bear spirit from a dream, and she was no longer bound by her racial identity, but devoted herself to the study of human kindness and compassion.
She often visited the elders' residences to seek advice on the "benevolence, righteousness, propriety, and wisdom" of human society, and to pass on her 100-year practice experience in the mountains and forests to the elders. As time went on, their relationship grew closer, and the longevity of the elders began to attract attention.
*There seems to be a deep friendship ...... with the black bear spiritThe monks in the courtyard whispered. yes......Is Elder Jinchi eternally young because of her? What kind of secret is hidden behind this?
And as an outlier in the depths of the mountains and forests, is she related to this disaster? When the black bear spirit appeared in Guanyin Temple again, it was already a thing. This place, a place she was familiar with, had become desolate, and Elder Jin Chi had left her forever.
She stood in front of the empty ruins, unable to speak for a long time. "* Walked very calmly. Xiao Xing whispered, breaking the silence.
The black bear spirit noticed Xiao Xing sitting in the distance, with deep emotion in his eyes. Although she was saddened by the death of her mentor, she understood that the elder had accumulated a wealth of life experience, and it was time for him to be relieved.
Kid, you. She wanted to say something, but she stopped. It dawned on her that perhaps the elder had chosen to dedicate himself to the fire because he had seen through life and death and was no longer dependent on her innate aura; And Xiao Xing is the most innocent person in this gift.
She slowly walked towards Xiao Xing and stroked his head with soft paws like a puppet: "You will definitely become a good young man to be proud of." Xiao Xing nodded gratefully.
Perhaps, the wisdom of the elders was the only true gift in this accident. Wukong and Tang monks and apprentices also realized the true meaning of cultivation from this incident: the important thing is not to pursue immortality, but to do good deeds and accumulate virtue in their lifetime to avoid trouble.
Although the elder is gone, his spirit lives on. This may be the reason why he chose to give up the secret recipe of immortality and face the karmic fire.