Chapter 511 Invitation

Author: Wei Fuyi

Chapter 511 Invitation

Everyone in the venue couldn't help but look in the direction of the sound. When they saw the person clearly, the crowd couldn't help but be stunned.

Apart from the legendary Master Tuocheng, who is the master of the country of Xibo, who else can be the monk from Tibet who can sit next to Princess Yong'an?

I heard that Master Tuocheng has a transcendent status in Western Tibet. He is not only the legendary living Buddha, but also the seventeenth generation preacher of Tantric Buddhism. Such a person must have an unusual understanding of Buddhism. The doubts raised by monks must also be

It's very difficult for people to understand.

Master Huiming is the preacher of Zen Buddhism and has inherited the orthodoxy of Bodhidharma Zen. He has very deep roots of wisdom since he was a child and has a pure nature. He is a well-read and knowledgeable person and can understand many wonderful things in his heart.

There was strong curiosity in the eyes of everyone listening to the scriptures. It would be a great blessing in life to listen to these two people debate.

When Master Huiming saw that the person who asked the question was Tuocheng, he was not surprised. Instead, he stood up and clasped his hands and saluted him: "I don't dare to dispel my doubts. The master and the poor monk are both pursuing the supreme wisdom of Buddhism, although they are different.

However, in the end, we all arrive at the same destination through different paths. If you have any questions, Master, I can just give you some advice."

Tuochi stood up and said, "In that case, I will argue with the Dharma Master on the highest platform, okay?"

"It's true that I can't ask for it."

Under the watchful eyes of everyone, Tuochang climbed up to the high platform, bowed to Huiming, then sat down cross-legged and asked, "The Master just said that practicing Buddhism relies on sudden enlightenment?"

"Indeed." Huiming nodded slightly, "The poor monk believes that practice does not rely on external methods, but relies on inner enlightenment. If you stick to the order, you are seeking the Dharma outside your heart."

Tuochang shook his head slightly: "I thought that becoming a Buddha and enlightening the Tao requires practicing step by step. Just like people climbing mountains, they need to take one step at a time to reach the top of the mountain. If we don't rely on steps, but just suddenly become a Buddha and enlighten the Tao,

And in what direction should we go to cultivate?”

Facing his doubts, Huiming looked calm: "Only when there is no direction can there be enlightenment. If you insist on a fixed direction, you are seeking the conditioned Dharma with the conditioned Dharma, and there will never be an end to renunciation."

"If you don't practice in sequence, what do monks usually do? Doesn't it mean that there is nothing to do?"

"Just follow your heart and live an ordinary life. Eating, carrying water, chopping wood, everything is practice. There is no need to be obsessed with it, and there is no need to deliberately practice it."

"Then what's the difference between monks and lay people?"

"There is no difference at all."

…

The two of them went back and forth, showing the demeanor of eminent monks and masters, but the problem became more and more in-depth.

Although Xiao Lingjiang practices Taoism, he is not completely ignorant of Buddhism. To put it bluntly, the debate between these two people is asking whether practicing Buddhism relies on "gradual enlightenment" or "sudden enlightenment".

Master Tuochi is a preacher of Tantric Buddhism. He believes that strict and complex rituals should be practiced step by step, and ultimately achieve the achievement of instant Buddhahood. Master Huineng, as a leader in Zen Buddhism, pursues the clear mind and nature, and directly

The human heart emphasizes enlightenment, which is very difficult to achieve.

She drank a cup of tea slowly. There was no right or wrong in this question. Both sides had their own reasons. It was just a matter of opinion and wisdom.

only……

Xiao Lingjiang raised his head and looked at the sky. The two of them might not be able to come to a conclusion in a short time.

Sure enough, Tuocheng and Huiming debated this question and answer for three days, and even discussed good and evil.

Master Huineng said: "A person should be "no-thoughts", which means eliminating both evil thoughts and good thoughts. Because although evil thoughts will lead people to evil paths, good thoughts will also make people care and form dust obstacles.

.”

However, Master Tuocheng said: "If you completely eliminate the thoughts of good and evil, but want to realize that all actions are impermanent and all dharmas are selfless, it is impossible. If you think that you have "no thoughts," in fact, thoughts have arisen, and there are no good or evil thoughts.

It would be even more ridiculous to be able to distinguish between right and wrong, good and evil!”

“Not having thoughts of good and evil does not mean that you do not distinguish between right and wrong, but that you should not be attached to thoughts of good and evil, because if you have thoughts, you will have outflows, and if you have outflows, you will not be able to escape.”

"If this is the case, how can we start practicing?"

…

Compared with the lectures in previous years, this unprecedented debate between Zen and Tantra preachers on the same stage was even more fascinating and exciting.

After the emperor heard that Master Tuochi was on stage to discuss Dharma with Master Huiming, he also came to Daxingshan Temple in person. Countless dignitaries from nearby families gathered here to listen to the debate between the two men.

In the past few days, the teacups beside the two of them have been talking to each other countless times, but they still haven't come to a conclusion.

Both of them are masters of Buddhism, and no one can match them. How can they be easily refuted by others? Similarly, now that they meet their opponents in chess, they cannot refute each other.

By the end of the seven-day Buddhist Dharma meeting, the debate was still inconclusive. Tuocheng wanted to continue, but Gongji stopped him with a smile: "The two masters each have profound insights into Buddhist teachings. If this sudden dispute continues,

, I’m afraid it may not be able to be completed in a year and a half.”

"In that case, why not let it go for the time being? The Zhou Dynasty and Xibo have reconciled, and the two countries will be able to communicate with each other in the future. Why worry about not being able to argue anymore?"

Seeing his secret look, Tuochi sighed "What a pity" in his heart and had no choice but to give up.

Indeed, even if we continue to debate this topic, we will not be able to come up with any results.

However, Master Huiming of the Great Zhou Dynasty lived up to his reputation. Although neither of them could convince the other, they both benefited a lot from each other.

He put his palms together in front of his chest and saluted Huiming: "Although Zen Buddhism and Tantric Buddhism have the same origin, their meanings are different. My debate with the Master these days has been of great benefit to my practice. Thank you very much.

A mage."

Huiming also returned the gift: "The poor monk also thanked the master for his generous teaching."

When the emperor saw this, he laughed and said, "I am moved by the fact that the two masters cherish each other so much. It is a wonderful thing for the two countries to have this opportunity to communicate with each other on Buddhism!"

Tuochi nodded in agreement, and Gongji avoided everyone and winked at him secretly.

He felt helpless, but he could not forget the entrustment entrusted by King Xifan and Gongji, so he clasped his hands and said to the emperor: "Your Majesty the Great Zhou, Tuochi has another unkind request, please accept it."

"Oh?" The emperor couldn't help but wonder, "I wonder what your request is, Master?"

Tuochi said: "In the past few days, I have been debating with Master Huiming. Tuochi has seen the essence of Buddhism in the Central Plains. However, I heard that Buddhism is not the state religion of the Great Zhou Dynasty. Now it is Taoist mysticism that is worshiped by everyone in the Great Zhou Dynasty.

Gate. The seventy-two palace temples have superb and profound techniques, among which Taiqing Temple is the most respected."

"Tuocheng has practiced Buddhism since he was a child. He is familiar with Buddhism and has some knowledge of magic. Now he has traveled thousands of miles to come to the Great Zhou Dynasty, just to see the grand scene of Buddhism and Taoism in the Central Plains, so that he can improve his practice."

"Now, I participated in the Buddhist Dharma Assembly and was able to argue with Master Huiming, which fulfilled part of my wish. But I am very curious about Taoism." After saying that, he clasped his hands and bowed: "I would also like to invite your Majesty Da Zhou.

We can set up a test platform and allow me to compete with the masters from Xibo and Xuanmen."

Xiao Lingjiang's eyes darkened slightly when he heard this. Is the fox's tail finally showing?

Tuozhi's trip is to point his sword at Xuanmen?
Chapter completed!