In ancient Chinese myths and legends, the Golden-winged Dapeng Bird shook the heavens and the earth with its massive figure and unparalleled power, and it is not only an important role in Buddhist stories, but also plays a mysterious and powerful guardian in folklore. And what is even more fascinating is that there are several heroes in history, whose lives are closely linked to the legend of this mythical bird, as if they are the reincarnation of the golden-winged roc. These heroes, who are they? What are their stories?
Golden-winged Dapeng Bird: A strange being in Buddhist mythology.
The golden-winged roc bird, also known as Garuda, holds an extraordinary place in Buddhist mythology. According to Buddhist scriptures, this mythical bird is infinitely powerful and incredibly fast, capable of devouring a dragon king and 500 small dragons in a single day, and its image is full of mystery and majesty in Buddhist stories. In "Journey to the West", the image of the Dapeng Golden-winged Bird is even more deeply rooted in the hearts of the people and has become an eye-catching character in literary works.
The image of the Golden-winged Roc is often depicted as large and mighty, with feathers shining golden and wings spreading out to obscure the sky. Its eyes are as sharp as knives, looking down on all beings, showing its unbeatable domineering. When it flapped its wings and flew high, the sky seemed to change color, the clouds were torn apart by its strong currents, and the creatures of the earth trembled.
In "Journey to the West", the image of the Dapeng Goldfinch Bird is even more vivid. Its encounter with the Monkey King shows its unique divine power. When Sun Wukong first saw this giant bird, he was struck by its huge size and sparkling feathers. Dapeng's eyes reveal unfathomable wisdom, as if he has insight into Wukong's mind.
The Roc hovered in the air, each flap of its wings bringing up a huge wave and a sea of clouds churning. Sun Wukong transforms into a small bird and tries to get close to Dapeng, but Dapeng reacts extremely quickly and catches him. The contest between the two is not only a contest of strength, but also a contest of wisdom and skill. Although Sun Wukong has changed a lot, he always seems to be at a disadvantage in front of Dapeng.
The record of the golden-winged Dapeng in the Buddhist scriptures is full of mythology. It can devour dragons in just one day, and its power is incredible. In the sky, it chases the dragons, and its speed is as fast as lightning, dazzling the viewer. When it captures the Dragonlord, the scene is magnificent and shocking, and the Dragonlord struggles to survive, but seems helpless in the face of the powerful power of the Golden-Winged Roc. Dapeng's huge mouth swallowed the dragon king into his belly, revealing a smug look. And those little dragons fled in the air, but after all, they could not escape the pursuit of the roc, and they were preyed on by it one by one.
When hunting, the Golden-winged Roc moves quickly and precisely, and every hunt is like a choreographed drama. With a flap of its wings, it can set off a huge storm, and the clouds in the sky are stirred into swirls by its wings. Its eyes are like two flames, illuminating every corner of its prey, and there is nowhere to escape.
The image of the golden-winged roc has a profound influence on traditional Chinese culture. It is not only a symbol of strength and speed, but also a symbol of pride and indomitability. In ancient murals and sculptures, the Roc is often depicted flying high with its wings fluttering, symbolizing transcendence and freedom. Its image inspires people to show fearlessness and resilience in the face of difficulties.
The legend of Zhang Fei and the Golden-winged Roc.
At the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, there were many heroes in troubled times. In this era, the names of Zhang Fei and Ma Chao are like thunder, and their duel in Pujia Pass is even more popular. It was a battle of heroes, and the bravery and skill of the two generals were vividly displayed in this battle.
The battle entered its third day, and both sides were exhausted. Zhang Fei brandished his Zhangba Snake Spear, each attack carrying a thunderous momentum, while the Tiger Head Zhan Golden Spear in Ma Chao's hand was as fierce as a raging storm. The two went back and forth on the battlefield, fighting fiercely. In the dust, Ma Chao shouted loudly: "Zhang Fei, although you are brave, I will take your life today!" ”
Zhang Fei roared and responded: "Ma Chao, you don't want to win easily, how can I, Zhang Fei, be easy to match!" As soon as the words fell, Ma Chao fled in defeat, trying to lure Zhang Fei. Zhang Fei knew this plan, but he still chased after him.
Just as Zhang Fei chased to an open area, Ma Chao suddenly turned around, and his tiger head Zhan golden gun brought a gust of wind and rushed straight towards Zhang Fei. Zhang Fei raised the Zhangba Snake Spear to resist, but he felt a powerful force, almost shaking his ** out of his palm. At this critical moment, the wind and clouds on the battlefield suddenly changed, black clouds overwhelmed, and a huge shadow enveloped the entire battlefield.
With an earth-shattering roar, a huge golden-winged roc appeared in front of everyone's eyes. Its wings spread out, as if it could cover the entire sky, and its majesty shocked the warriors present. Dapeng swooped down, flew Ma Chao's tiger head Zhan golden spear, and then turned into a golden light, rolled up Zhang Fei, and avoided the fatal blow.
Ma Chao looked at the scene in front of him, couldn't help but gasp, and said in a lost voice: "This, is this a god descending from the earth?" ”
Zhang Fei stood beside Dapeng, his eyes were like torches, and said to Ma Chao: "Ma Chao, let's stop today's business." Why should we kill each other in troubled times? ”
Ma Chao withdrew the tiger head Zhan golden gun, stared at Zhang Fei and the mysterious Dapeng, was silent for a while, and finally nodded in response: "Zhang Fei, today's battle, I remember it in my heart." Hopefully, in the future, we will be able to fight for justice instead of fratricidal killing. ”
Subsequently, Ma Chao rode away, leaving Zhang Fei and the golden-winged Dapeng in place. The Roc slowly retracted his wings and disappeared into the sky in a golden light. Zhang Fei looked at the sky and exhaled deeply, knowing that in today's battle, he had been helped by an extraordinary ally.
Li Yuanba: The reincarnation of the Golden-winged Roc.
In the narrative of "Speaking of Tang", the image of Li Yuanba, the first hero of the Sui and Tang Dynasties, is endowed with the charm of the golden-winged Dapeng carving. His strength and courage have left a strong mark in the long river of history. Li Yuanba is not only a military general, but also a legend, and his story is full of otherworldliness.
The martial arts competition in Jinyang Palace was the beginning of Li Yuanba's prestige. There, he faced not only ordinary samurai, but heroes of the era. On the day of the competition, Li Yuanba was dressed in battle armor, holding a sledgehammer, and his expression was cold. His appearance immediately attracted everyone's attention, and the atmosphere on the field became tense because of him.
At the beginning of the competition, Li Yuanba was like a god of war, and every swing of the hammer carried a thunderous momentum. His opponent, Tianbao General Yuwen Chengdu, although brave, was powerless under Li Yuanba's powerful aura. Yuwen Chengdu swung his sword to attack, Li Yuanba did not retreat but advanced, and with a hammer, Yuwen Chengdu's sword was shocked and his body was shaky.
In the battle of Siping Mountain, Li Yuanba's performance was even more breathtaking. He was alone, facing many enemy troops, but he was not afraid at all. On that day, Li Yuanba strode on the battlefield, the sledgehammer in his hand was like Mount Tai pressing on the top, and every blow carried an irresistible force. Pei Yuanqing and several other generals teamed up to attack Li Yuanba, but in front of his sledgehammer, their ** was shaken apart one after another, and they couldn't get close.
Li Yuanba shines in battle, and his bravery and strength have shocked everyone. His fighting style is like a roc flapping its wings, both domineering and agile. What he showed on the battlefield was not only the strength of force, but also a display of courage and courage.
In the battle under the Purple Mountain, Li Yuanba's performance reached its peak. On that day, he faced a huge number of enemy troops. The war drums thundered, the battle flag hunted, Li Yuanba stood at the forefront of the battlefield, and his figure looked even taller and more powerful under the scorching sun.
The battle was about to break out, and Li Yuanba rushed into the enemy line like a wild beast that had escaped from the reins. The sledgehammer in his hand danced like the wind, and every swing carried an irresistible force. The enemy's weapons shattered under his sledgehammer, and the soldiers retreated under his momentum. Li Yuanba is like a walking storm on the battlefield, and no one can stop him wherever he goes.
Seeing this, the commanders of the enemy army, Qin Qiong and Liang Shitai, hurriedly went into battle to try to stop Li Yuanba's rage. But even they could hardly resist Li Yuanba's power. Qin Qiong's spear was shocked under Li Yuanba's sledgehammer, and although Liang Shitai's knife technique was ruthless, he couldn't get close to Li Yuanba's body. The two attacked together, but they were still not Li Yuanba's opponent.
Li Yuanba's performance on the battlefield shocked all the soldiers who watched the battle. He not only showed extraordinary force, but also showed an indomitable fighting spirit. His record is like a golden-winged eagle soaring in the sky, proud of the others, unmatched.
This series of battles made Li Yuanba's reputation spread throughout the Sui and Tang dynasties. People praised him as the first hero of the Sui and Tang dynasties, and his heroic deeds were passed on by word of mouth and became a legend of a generation. The image of Li Yuanba, like the golden-winged Dapeng eagle, represents endless strength and courage, and has become an immortal hero image in people's hearts.
The relationship between Yue Fei and the Golden-winged Dapeng.
Yue Fei, a national hero in Chinese history, has a deep connection to the myth of the Golden-winged Roc throughout his life. It is recorded in the "Jin Tuozhi Edition" that when Yue Fei was born, a huge bird appeared in the sky, and its sound shook the sky and flew above his bedroom, as if to indicate that he would have an extraordinary life.
Yue Fei has shown extraordinary talent and tenacity since he was a child. He began to practice martial arts at a young age, training hard every day, no matter how cold or hot it is. His martial arts skills are becoming more and more sophisticated, and he is not only proficient in guns and sticks, but also in strategy. When he became an adult, he devoted himself to the military and began his anti-gold career.
On the battlefield of the anti-gold resistance, Yue Fei showed extraordinary courage and commanding skills. The army he led won many battles and became a nightmare for the Jin soldiers. In battle after battle, Yue Fei showed an innate military talent, his army was disciplined, fought bravely, and won a great victory in every expedition.
Yue Fei's heroic performance on the battlefield made him enjoy a high reputation in the army and among the people. His name became a symbol of resisting foreign enemies and defending the country. Among the people, stories about Yue Fei are widely circulated, and he is regarded as a national hero, and people revere him for his loyalty and bravery.
However, just as Yue Fei's voice was booming and everything seemed to be developing in a good direction, tragedy happened. Due to the collusion within the court and the framing of traitorous ministers, Yue Fei was accused for no reason, and finally suffered an injustice in Fengbo Pavilion. What happened to him made countless people feel heartbroken.
Despite this, Yue Fei's spirit did not dissipate with his passing. His story and anti-gold deeds have been remembered by future generations and have become an important part of the spirit of the Chinese nation. Yue Fei's life, like the golden-winged Dapeng, never gave in even in difficult situations, showing a tenacious and unyielding spirit.
In folklore, the image of Yue Fei is closely associated with the golden-winged roc. The Dapeng Goldfinch Bird symbolizes strength, courage and perseverance, just like Yue Fei's indomitable heroism in the last moments of his life. He was outspoken in the court, never flinched in the face of the traitorous ministers, and even if he died in the end, he left a heroic oath of "return my rivers and mountains".
Although Yue Fei's life is full of ups and downs and misfortunes, his heroic image and indomitable spirit are forever engraved in people's hearts. In later generations, Yue Fei was revered as a national hero, and his story was told repeatedly, inspiring generations of Chinese.
References: "Jin Tuozhi ed.", "Listening to Yuxuan", "Speaking Tang".