Crowned the New Han Dynasty

Chapter 490: Chen’s Book: The Buddhist School Splits

Do you still want to read this Buddhist treatise?

When the scholar saw the people in front of him, he couldn't help but hesitate. He stared at King Jiangdu and waited for his instructions. He did not dare to make his own decisions without the prince speaking.

But when he stopped like this, Wang Yan and others on the stage, as well as the audience in the audience, became a little unhappy.

They had been slowly immersed in the story of Buddhism, but now they suddenly stopped, naturally they were unhappy.

Just listening to the words of the highly respected Fotucheng, these people also knew the occasion and did not urge them with words, but they were more or less confused in their hearts.

Why is it so easy to suddenly withdraw the Buddhist commentary?It's too weird.

After all, for this Buddhist commentary, these Buddhist monks visited many people and spent a lot of effort on it.

Why did Master Fotucheng turn away and say he wouldn't do it?

King Jiangdu was also a little confused, but he respected Fotucheng very much. When he heard these words, he began to think deeply, but then he heard Zhu Faqian's words and hesitated.

Fotucheng sighed, shook his head and said, "That's right, you can't avoid it like this. The Buddha's judgment comes from us, so we have to bear the consequences." Thinking this way, the old monk sat back again. .

Zhu Faqian also took advantage of the situation and sat down.

When King Jiangdu saw it, he motioned the scholar to continue reading. In fact, he had already discovered that Chen Zhi's Buddhist scriptures were fundamentally different from other Buddhist scriptures. There was some kind of strange power hidden in it, which made King Jiangdu The devout Buddhist believer felt a little uneasy, but he was eager to listen.

Not only him, but also the scribe who was studying was actually attracted by the content of this Buddhist treatise. He also wanted to know the follow-up, so as soon as he received the order, he continued to read it non-stop——

"Theravada advocates 'existence', while the mass schools advocate 'emptiness', so they argue about real existence and false existence, self and non-self, and argue that the mass schools promote Mahayana Buddhism..."

Listening to it, many smart people on stage and off stage slowly came to appreciate it.

"What a great Chen Shouyi. I was originally thinking about how to write his treatise on Buddhism so that it would not be criticized by others. What I didn't expect was that the Buddhist theory is actually written in history, and then mixed with Buddhist ideas. Think about it!" Wang Yan stroked his beard and smiled, feeling enlightened.

Even Zhao Yuan felt that he had gained something: "I realized today that the Buddhist teachings I learned before are actually attributed to the teachings of the Mahayana Buddha."

Liu Jin also said: "In the past, I knew only a little about Buddhism. Today, I only listened to half of the Buddhist treatises, and I feel that I have an understanding of Buddhism."

"It's really amazing to talk about it all the way." Luo Xun regrouped and once again promoted Chen Zhi, "There are five mages and many Buddhist monks here. Talking about Buddhism in front of them is indeed suspected of being a copycat. Be careful, you will find loopholes, but according to Mr. Chen's Buddhist theory, what he talks about is Buddha, but it is not Buddha. He is said to be Buddha, because there is Buddha, Buddhism, and many Buddhist schools. "But saying he is not a Buddha is because the talk about Buddha in this Buddhist treatise is not about worshiping the Buddha, but simply explaining the history of the Buddha and many Buddhist theories without involving too many personal thoughts."

"Yes," Zuo Lian nodded and agreed, "Actually, I don't know if you have noticed that from the beginning to now, this Buddhist treatise is probably only two or three thousand words, but it has already included several major factions of Buddhism. I have said it all once, not only that, but also the contradictions and thoughts of various factions are involved, such as the differences between Mahayana and Hinayana, and their different opinions. According to Buddhist theory, the foreign Buddhism, for this reason They have been arguing for countless years. Their respective theories are considered orthodox and do not recognize each other. However, Chen Taishou has clarified and explained both ideas in a book. You can't blame him at all, because he It’s not admiration, it’s just narration.”

Gu You smiled and said: "Speaking of which, I think the Hinayana method is more mysterious and meaningful."

Unexpectedly, Wang Lan next to him frowned and said, "The Mahayana method is undoubtedly superior!"

As soon as these two people talked about it, several people around them explained their own opinions. They all had their own opinions and rarely agreed on them. They all felt that Chen Zhi's Buddhist treatises had revealed the ideas of several Buddhist sects. The reality and characteristics are judgments made after categorization. Therefore, everyone feels that their own tendency is the most correct, but they don't give in to each other.

Immediately, there was a solemn atmosphere in the air under the stage.

Not only the people on the stage, but also the people under the stage also have their own tendencies at this time. As they listened to the Buddhist scriptures all the way, they learned about the history of Buddhism and heard the opinions of various schools. Of course, everyone has their own opinions. , and the fact that these various factions can develop shows that they all have their own truths, and they can all move people's hearts and make sense. It is not surprising that they are now accepted by different people.

But compared to the few people on the stage who respected their status, the people below didn't have much scruples when they quarreled, and gradually there was an atmosphere of tension.This breath was caught by Jiang Yi on the stage. He suddenly smiled, then shook his head, not intending to find any loopholes in Buddhist theory, but listened with peace of mind.

But as he listened, his expression gradually became serious, and the people arguing around him slowly stopped talking. The pretentious King Jiangdu slowly widened his eyes, and the expressions of the five monks who were sitting calmly changed -

"...In today's middle land, most of them are prajna studies, each with its own interpretation, which is recognized by scholars, so it has been widely spread, and it can be spread by Buddhists, because it mostly uses the method of Geyi."

"Those who understand the meaning take the words of Buddhist scriptures, compare them with Chinese classics, and make analogies with similar ones, so that the principles are connected, and they can be taught to disciples, so that the Dharma can be passed on and take root in the Chinese soil!"

"This is an example of combining the number of events in the sutra with the Chinese books to create an annotation for the disciples. The author boldly calls it the method of combining the meanings and meanings of the text. He also lists a set of tricks to combine the meanings of the Buddhist scriptures with the Chinese classics. The connection is based on the Buddhist language and is called the language of the sages."

After these words were spoken, everyone, including Wang Yan, looked thoughtful.

What this actually means is that using words from Chinese classics to annotate and explain Buddhist scriptures, and conversely, using the words of Buddhist scriptures to annotate Chinese classics is tantamount to obliterating part of the independence of Buddhist scriptures. , but it also increased the connection between Buddhism and China and reduced the barriers.

In the past, monks often used this method in the face of resistance from Chinese people. Chen Zhi seemed to have summed it up, but when the Buddha supporter among the five monks heard this, he showed a look of horror. He eagerly He stood up, came to King Jiangdu, and said: "King, I'm waiting for this Buddhist commentary. Let's stop here for today. The sky is getting dark, so please go back! Shouguang Temple is about to close."

King Jiangdu immediately had a headache. Just now it was Fotucheng, and now he is Fozuzuo. Why is he unwilling to hold a Buddhist commentary?I think this Buddhist review is very good. That Chen Zhi also knows a lot about Buddhism. What he says and writes is clear and logical. Why don't you want to listen?

However, before King Jiangdu could speak, Wang Yan said first: "Master Buddha, even if we stop today, the volume of Buddhist treatises has already appeared, how can it still be buried? It's better to listen to it today, so that everyone can know better." What is written in this book?"

He had a very high status. When he spoke, even Fo Zhizuo could not refute. In addition, Fotuzheng just shook his head and sighed. In the end, Fo Zhizuo had no choice but to sit down, but said to Zhu Fazhi beside him: "Where is this?" This treatise on Buddhism is clearly intended to divide Buddha! First, it used the dispute between humans and gods to make people disrespect the Buddha, and then used the Mahayana and Hinayana to divide those who study Buddhism. Now it wants to shake the foundation of Buddhism and attempt to make Buddhist scriptures It becomes an annotation of Chinese classics. In this way, Buddhism can survive, but it is only a branch of Chinese learning!" His face was full of anxiety and annoyance.

But Zhu Fazhi beside him shook his head slightly and whispered: "If you can see the true meaning of Buddhism, just listen to it, what's the harm? Besides, this kind of thing may not be like this. If Buddhism is profound, how can it be reversed with just one book? "

As soon as these words came out, Fo Zhizuo froze on the spot, and immediately felt great fear in his heart!
"The five people present here still look like this..." He glanced at Fotucheng who sighed and lowered his head, thinking about Zhu Fazhi's retort to him, looked at the silent Bhikkhu Shutuo, and then looked at Zhu Faqian who was listening intently. , that inner concentration actually wavered!
"The five of us gathered here originally with one intention, just to promote Buddhism, but now we just listened to the words of Buddhism and started thinking about it. What about the others? Not the scholars who gathered here today to listen to Buddhism. , but those monks who are scattered throughout the land of China and are working hard to promote Buddhism. Those monks who have established a firm foothold and have their own temples. What if they also listen to and read this Buddhist treatise? What will happen? What else? Will we gather together like now just to let the Buddha's light shine on China?"

Thinking of this, Fo Zhizuo suddenly shuddered!
But the chill in his heart did not dissipate, because the scholar continued reading——

"Looking at today's Buddhism through the method of formula and meaning, we can peel off the cocoons of Chinese learning and see the differences in Buddhism. The author is not talented and calls them six schools, namely 'original nothingness', 'i.e. form' and 'mindlessness'. ', 'Knowledge', 'Illusion', 'Fate Meeting'."

As soon as these words came out, Fo Zhizuo's whole body trembled.

Fotucheng and the others also had their eyes widened with surprise on their faces.

Others may not think so, but they know very well that the distinction between the six families mentioned by Chen Zhi is not nonsense, but they all have their basis!
"If Almsgiver Chen can enter my Buddhist sect, it will be worth it if the Buddhist family is in doom today!" Fotucheng's deep voice sounded, "It is not far-fetched that he can tell the difference between these six families. It summarizes the essence of the current Chinese Buddhist scriptures and then develops it. It is a manifestation of truly studying and mastering the methods of Buddhism! But this method is too ruthless! Alas, knowing the Buddha but wanting to split the Buddha, that Chen What kind of person is the donor?"

The expression on his face was complicated, and there was a look of yearning and a bit of hatred in his eyes that had long been calm.

Buddha Zhizuo murmured: "That's it, that's it. The so-called theory of Buddhism is not meant to talk about Buddhism at all. I'm afraid that Chen Zhi, like Jiang Yi, regards our Buddhist family as an invasion of foreign gods and embraces China." However, he does not denounce Buddhism, but it seems to promote it, but in fact it is differentiation. His method of combining formulas and meanings seems to help the spread of Buddhism, but in fact it distorts Buddhism into a Chinese school. Now I have finally shown my true face of wanting to divide and disintegrate our Buddha!"

Too cruel!Too cruel!But it’s also awesome!Without a thorough understanding of the Buddhist teachings being taught in the world today, it is impossible to summarize it at all, let alone divide the Buddhist school!
Fo Zhizuo felt awe in his heart for Chen Zhi, whom he had never met before!

Even Zhu Fazhi couldn't help but said: "If you can have the mind to study Buddhism, summarize the knowledge of Prajna, bring out the old and bring out the new, and summarize the essence of the Six Schools, even if you are placed in the Western Region, you are enough to be listed as a Buddhist master, and you can start a sect and guide a bright future. Why did a character like him become a prefect? ​​That's all. His purpose of summarizing the Buddhist teachings was not to promote it, not to enlighten him, not to benefit all living beings, but to conversely split Buddhism? This... …”

Although Chen Zhi's people did not come, several Buddhist monks clearly felt that a big enemy appeared in front of them. If they could not overcome it, the entire Buddhist sect in the Middle Earth would surely suffer a huge setback!
"Chen Zhi's methods are too ruthless. This six-point Buddhist sect must be his goal, but this goal is enough to shatter my Buddhist sect!"

(End of this chapter)