Ranking of fine writers The monk who refused to die - Shi Huibu.
Born in Guangling, Yangzhou, Shi Huibu, whose real name is "Hao Hui", has been ambitious and straightforward since he was a child. He lived in Jiangbei when he was fifteen years old, and his family had a certain relationship with the military. In the midst of frequent conscriptions, he confidently said that as long as he led 5,000 men, he could sweep away the enemy's cottages. His ambition is admired by all.
But when he was sixteen years old, his brother died tragically, which made him deeply feel that life was like a big dream, and life was full of variety, so he had the idea of breaking away from the red dust and seeking the truth. However, because of the martial arts he showed, his family and friends did not want him to become a monk. It wasn't until he was twenty-one years old that he fulfilled his dream and became a monk. Later, he cut his head and went to the Jianchu Temple in Yangdu, where he worshipped Master Qiong as his teacher and studied the "Theory of Success". Although he knew some of the principles of illusion and reality, he felt that the Theory of Reality did not satisfy his desire for knowledge. Hearing that the monk of the Zhiguan Temple in the mountain studied Mahayana Buddhism, he went to the monk to teach the "Three Classics" in the mountain.
When he was studying in the mountains, there were hundreds of people in the same family, all of whom were the best at that time. Hui Bu had a deep understanding of the mysteries of the Three Treatises, far better than his peers, so he was given the name of "the proud man", and was also called "Si Xuanbu". When the monks interpret the Sutra, even though some people understand certain truths, they still feel confused. Hui Bu was often asked to solve difficult problems, so there is a saying in Buddhist circles: "The Four Friends of the Enlightened Father, Farang, Wise Debate, Wise Courage, and Proud," Hui Bu is the best of the four.
Since then, he has devoted himself to the "Great Product" and the Dharma, in order to seek purity and purity. He pondered diligently, was not distracted by the world, and practiced constantly in meditation. After that, he went to the northern Yeye, got the guidance of Master Hui Ke, and soon understood the principles of Zen. Master Hui Ke praised his statement, believing that it was the highest level of dispelling delusions. Huibu later gained a deeper understanding of the doctrine and could explain it freely from the pulpit. Later, he went to Qi to study, wrote a "Six Camels", and came back to explain it to Master Farang. He himself has nothing, but he concentrates on cultivation and does not ask about the world. In the academic world, he is very respected.
Hui Bu once had a relationship with Master Hui Si**, and he concentrated on it and did not feel tired. Hui Si knocked on the table with the iron Ruyi in his hand and said, "There is nothing better in this world. He also had a long talk with Monk Mo for a few days, and Monk Mo was full of praise for Monk Mo's wisdom. Although Hui Bu has extraordinary understanding, he is a humble person and does not like to show off. During the Hu Jing Revolution, he starved and never violated the precepts. Even if she has a leg disease, she sticks to her principles and refuses to take the prescription prescribed by the doctor. And he said to those who were going to the western heavens, "I wish that in the earth, all sentient beings, may be blessed with ten calamities of lotus flowers, and that they will be better than the happiness of the West." He founded the "Setshan Qixia Temple" and "Lisheng", which enjoyed a high reputation in the south of the Yangtze River. Although he did not lead the monks, he handled the day-to-day affairs himself, humbly and selflessly. Although in the beginning, he was still very respected by everyone and was often invited**. In old age, his appetite was great, and the emperor gave him a cow, but he divided it among all the people. Although he was alone, he was a man of enlightenment.
When he reached the age of seventy, he said to everyone: Although I have a few years left, I am so old that it is difficult to walk, so what is the point of living? I had a wish to be reincarnated in a distant place where the Dharma had not yet been popularized, so that Buddhism could be carried forward. I'm grateful that you're still alive and I hope you keep up your efforts. ”
With that, he never ate again, and calmly accepted his death. Although the emperor sent a doctor to see him, he refused. As for the queen, she wanted to spread incense, but he refused. On the occasion of his death, he uttered the following words: immortality is not a happy thing, and there is no need to worry about dying after sunset. Because, there is no end to life, and there is no trace left. I entrust all my knowledge, believers, etc. to Monk Gong, and I have no worries in my heart. ”
On November 23, 587, he died at Qixia Temple at the age of 70.