Fa Lin was a little surprised. She didn't expect that this little Taoist boy actually came up to talk to her.
Does this person really have no idea that the sky is high? Or does he not realize the seriousness of the matter? Or is he simply coming to say hello out of politeness and give Sun Simiao time to prepare?
He thinks it's the latter.
Because no one dares to look down on Sun Simiao, it is inevitable that they will look up to Chen Jingke.
"Amitabha, I have heard for a long time that Zhenren Sun is a master of Taoism. I have been admiring his name for a long time and came to visit you. Please let me know."
Chen Jingke said in embarrassment: "Today is the day when Zixiao Temple opens its doors for the first time. We are busy with business. It is inconvenient for our family to see guests. Why don't you come back another day? I will sweep the couches at Zixiao Temple to welcome you."
Fa Lin said apologetically: "It is indeed rude to come here today."
"However, my little Taoist friends also know that it is not easy for us to leave the temple. This time we applied to the court long in advance before getting permission. I don't know when we will have to wait until the next time we leave the temple."
"I have known Master Sun for a long time, and I have many doubts in my heart that I would like to ask him for advice. Please let me know. I would be very grateful."
In the early Tang Dynasty, the management of religious personnel was very strict. No monks or Taoists were allowed to leave the temple at will without permission. Violators would be severely punished.
In fact, this order only affects ordinary monks. For famous people, the so-called application is just a matter of one sentence.
Like Sun Simiao, he could go wherever he wanted without even applying. Not only did the government dare not blame him, but they would also take the initiative to provide him with a certificate to maintain the dignity of the law.
But at this time, Fa Lin used this law as an excuse, and Chen Jingke really had no way to do it. You can't say that this law is just a decoration for you. How would that put the face of the law and Li Shimin?
However, Chen Jingke's purpose from beginning to end was not to prevent this meeting. He believed more than anyone else that his master's attainments in Taoist thought could not be lost to anyone.
He stood up just to gain knowledge and improve his experience.
However, he knew very well that his level was simply not good enough. If he really argued with others, he would probably be defeated in a few or two attempts.
Therefore, you must take the initiative and try your best to guide the topic to what you are good at.
And you can't show hostility. It's best to ask questions in a way of asking for advice. This way, when you can't argue, you can still get away.
This is the advantage of being young. You can rely on small things to make money, and others can't say anything.
Thinking of this, he solemnly saluted Fa Lin and said with a low profile: "This junior has also admired the master for a long time. It is truly a blessing to meet him today."
"I have also read some Buddhist scriptures and I have some doubts. I am an enlightened eminent monk and I wonder if I can give you some advice?"
The family members of the powerful people who were offering incense in the temple also got the news. Some of them came over to watch in person, and some who were more concerned about their status sent their servants to come over to inquire about the information. More and more people were watching.
After hearing this, the people around him suddenly became excited and wanted to fight. They were about to fight.
Li Chengqian had a worried look on his face. This young master really didn't know how high the sky was and how high he was.
After receiving the news, Sun Simiao was led by the Taoist boy to the door. He stopped when he heard Chen Jingke's words. He also wanted to weigh this disciple's ability.
This is a great opportunity.
Outside, Fa Lin glanced at Chen Jingke in surprise, not expecting that he would really dare to challenge her.
He was not angry at all, but said with great interest: "Oh? My little fellow Taoist, please tell me. How old is I? Maybe I can try to answer."
Chen Jingke raised his hand again and said, "Thank you, Master."
"Zengyi Agama" says: The nature of the mind is originally pure, and it is stained by foreign dust. Ordinary people have not heard of it, so they do not know it as it really is, and they have no mind to cultivate. The nature of the mind is inherently pure, and it is free from foreign dust. The sage hears and knows, and knows and sees truthfully.
Have a cultivated mind."
"I was deeply touched after reading this paragraph, and thought it was the most reasonable principle in the world, so I wanted to understand my heart and see my true nature to find my own true nature."
Fa Lin praised: "Young Taoist friends who can realize the meaning of knowing one's mind and seeing one's nature are not far from Buddhism."
Many people are confused, what's going on with these two people? Aren't they going to fight? Why did they start teaching? Has this little Taoist priest given up?
Those who understand know that this is just a foreshadowing, and the problem of this little Taoist priest is probably related to the character of the mind.
This question is indeed a classic if it is said to be a classic, because both Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism are studying it. If it is said to be a cliché, it is really a cliché, because there are too many people studying it. I wonder if this little Taoist priest can come up with new tricks.
Sun Simiao was a bit dumbfounded. He knew very well that this apprentice didn't know much about Buddhism. He only read the few Buddhist scriptures he knew about in order to write Journey to the West. He didn't expect that he would start learning and selling them so quickly.
The two people in the field continued their conversation without being affected by others.
Chen Jingke said respectfully: "Thank you, Master, for your compliments. However, in the process of seeing my true mind, I encountered obstacles in my knowledge and vision, and I had three questions, which I have never been able to answer."
Fa Lin knew that the topic was coming, and said a little seriously: "I wonder which three questions are they?"
Everyone became excited, came, came, and finally started to use real swords and guns.
Chen Jingke said: "First, who am I? Second, where do I come from. Third, where will I go."
After saying that, Chen Jingke bowed solemnly to him again and said, "Master, please clarify my doubts."
After hearing these three questions, the people around me were confused. What's the situation? Isn't it a matter of debate and legal battle? What do you mean by asking these three simple questions?
Who wants to do something with your name, don’t you know? Why would you ask a monk? Do you want him to tell your fortune?
Many people began to talk, and most of them said that this little Taoist priest was not good enough. If there were not guards and policemen around, some people would have been unable to resist throwing rotten vegetable leaves.
It's so disappointing. I watched the excitement for a long time, but it didn't make any noise.
But they didn't see it. After hearing these three questions, Sun Simiao was stunned. He didn't expect that his apprentice could ask such a question that pointed directly to his heart.
Faline's expression instantly became serious, and then became more and more solemn.
He looked at Chen Jingke again, his eyes full of scrutiny. He didn't believe that a ten-year-old boy could realize a realm that many people could never touch in their lifetime.
He was more willing to believe that this was a trap prepared by Sun Simiao in advance.
However, he did not express this question on the spot. Questioning it casually without evidence would make people laugh.
So he conducted some testing first: "I wonder what my little Taoist friend thinks of these three questions? You might as well tell me so that I can answer them for you."
Chen Jingke naturally knew that things would not be so easy. Anyone who heard a ten-year-old boy ask such a question would raise a question mark.
So he had already prepared his back-up plan, and immediately replied: "Of these three questions, I only have some understanding of the first question, 'Who am I?', please correct me, Master."