Chapter 202 The Two Sides of Buddha and Demon
The ninth-level immortal path divided by Taiyi Zhenjun, the lower third-level ninth-level ordinary world, the eighth-level mastery and the seventh-level learning method are all stages of polishing the foundation and are the first stage of contact with ordinary people. At the Dao stage, specific combat abilities need to be based on actual combat. There is no saying that someone who has entered the seventh level will be stronger than the ninth level.
The third level, the sixth level of Gathering Spirits, the fifth level of Casting Forms, and the fourth level of heavenly beings are the stages where ordinary people transform into immortals and enjoy immortality.
Each of these three grades is a qualitative change, and even within the same grade, the combat effectiveness is vastly different.
According to the records of the Jinhua Sect, the fourth-grade heavenly beings represent the complete fusion of essence, energy and spirit. They themselves have been completely separated from the ordinary concept and can no longer be regarded as the same kind from a physiological perspective.
Great magical powers such as moving mountains and turning seas, shrinking the sun and moon, twisting the universe, etc. are all standard equipment for this level of monks, and they can already satisfy most ordinary people's illusions about immortals and gods.
When he was first studying, Chu Tai had thought about what it would be like to reach the third level.
Now, I finally know a little bit about it.
Level 3 can travel to Daluotian, gain the qualification to freely enter and exit Daluotian to study, and can perceive the existence of other big heavens, or the universe.
It was also at this time that Chu Tai felt more clearly what Taoist Fuguang expected of him.
The most important thing is that Taoist Fuguang did not force Chu Tai to attain the third level of enlightenment. Instead, he encouraged him to tell him that if he achieved the best foundation, he would be able to achieve the third level of enlightenment. He would only be more cautious in his subsequent education. The Taoist scriptures are explained in more detail.
Except for the initial expectations, Taoist Fu Guang later only gave Chu Tai the best guidance within his own capabilities, hoping that he could move in that direction, instead of asking him to reach that level behind his back.
‘This kind of teaching method may not be considered the best, but it is already considered excellent in this world. '
Chu Tai recalled for a moment, his thoughts returned to the original question, and continued to ask the Pure Light Goddess about the differences between the two great heavens, and the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas in the great heavens. The problem of Dao fruit being released outside.
“Can I regard this kind of externalization as those Buddhas and Bodhisattvas who directly project their own methods of saving themselves into the hearts and minds of all living beings as a method of saving others?”
Chu Tai's words stunned Pure Light Goddess for a moment. She didn't seem to think that it could be explained from this angle. After lowering her head and thinking for a while, she said: "It can also be explained this way. I remember that Zen Master Poshan indulged in wine and meat in order to save all sentient beings. Precepts are manifestations of compassion. They are not broken and do not hinder the Dharma. "
"Similarly, in the past, Zen Master Hu Yin drank and ate meat, leaving a saying that "the wine and meat pass through the intestines and remain in the heart of the Buddha." The common saying is widely circulated, but there is another sentence behind it, 'If the world learns from me, it will be like entering the devil's way', but it is ignored by everyone."
When the Pure Light Goddess said this, she sighed: "Essentially speaking, there are many. The practice of superior Buddhism has very personal characteristics. You can learn the Dharma and the path of the predecessors, but you cannot follow the methods of the predecessors and try to enlighten yourself. This itself also falls into the trap. In the midst of paranoia, they prefer to believe in the principles and practices of their predecessors.”
“It’s like burning your fingers to worship Buddha. It’s not a Dharma for ordinary people to practice at all, but many people are obsessed with it and think it is. You have great merits, but in fact you have not achieved the state of empty body, and the four characteristics have not been resolved. If you endure the pain and make offerings to the Buddha, you will only attack your heart with anger, become resentful, and fall into hell..."
Speaking of this, Jing Guang Tiannu was also quite helpless. As a Buddhist disciple, she had seen too many similar things. She even saw a certain senior brother who was studying Buddhism. He had clearly lost his mind and had achieved the middle vehicle of Buddhism. There was hope for the superior vehicle. However, he lost a finger because he burned his fingers to offer sacrifices to the Buddha. During the subsequent ascetic practices, he was plotted by the devil, broke the precepts one after another, and almost fell into the devil's path.
Back then, in order to save this senior brother, several Buddhist sages took action, which caused a lot of troubles.
Although he didn't know clearly what the Pure Light Goddess was feeling in her heart, Chu Tai could tell that she was not in a good mood. After waiting for a while, he continued to ask.
"If you encounter such a paranoid person, is there a way to solve it?" Upon hearing this, Heavenly Lady Jingguang guessed that the matter might be related to the Dharma of Mother Lotus. For this senior brother, Jingguang Goddess Guang Tiannu was also very concerned and even wanted to directly ask Chu Tai where the other party was now.
But she also saw that Chu Tai did not want to tell her more details. After thinking for a while, she told Chu Tai the method she knew.
"The easiest way to get such people who fall into paranoia and partial belief to return to the right path is to have a great master teach them the Mahayana Buddhism. The second is to let them complete the paranoia. When their mentality changes, To enlighten it, again, it is through the most precious treasures of Buddhism, such as the Infinite Intent Lamp, the Nirvana Heart Lamp and the Jialan Bell, which are the most precious Buddhist treasures in this world, all have such mysteries.”
“It’s just that Buddhism lies in it. Asking from oneself rather than from the outside, whether it is enlightenment from a great virtue, enlightenment of fate, or protection from the most precious treasure, are essentially external forces. If one’s heart does not change, no matter how strong the external force is, it will be nothing more than a mirror."< br>
When the Pure Light Goddess said this, her emotions were a little obvious, which made Chu Tai a little curious as to what else she was thinking of.
Chu Tai raised the question, and a glaze appeared in the eyes of Pure Light Goddess. She looked at Chu Tai and said: "Back then, when I was in Beiputuo, I once saw a senior brother who was imprisoned in the underground palace. , he has thoroughly understood Buddhism through endless self-questioning, understood his original mind, and subdued all the demonic thoughts in his heart. He only needs to let go of the last bit of obsession, and he can achieve superior results, but he finally entered the demonic path. "
Hearing this, Chu Tai seemed to have thought of something, and listened to the Pure Light Goddess continue to tell the story.
"I went to learn about that senior brother's past. He entered Buddhism because of his paranoia, hoping to gain liberation from Buddhism, and to save a friend from the hell established by a certain demon sect. But in the end he When I realized that I wanted to achieve superior results, I had to give up this obsession, get rid of this concern, and let go of the reason why I studied Buddhism."
"He didn't want to, so he finally broke out of the door. , slashed the golden bodies of thirteen brothers in a row, entered the Demon Sect of the Western Region, destroyed the hell with great magic, dragged out the friends who were sinking in the hell, and beat them up. "
said. At this point, the Pure Light Goddess fell silent. Chu Tai waited for a long time but did not wait for the follow-up, so he couldn't help but ask: "What happened next?"
"Later, the senior brother established a demon sect in the Western Region, and then Over there in hell."
"Huh?"
This outcome was beyond Chu Tai's expectation. From behind, Taoist Zhengyang asked in reply: "You don't care about Buddhism and Taoism?"
Chu Tai and Jingguang had long been aware of each other's existence, but they were only communicating now The content is not considered secret, so it is not covered up.
As for Taoist Zhengyang's doubts, Jingguang just responded calmly: "Although he fell into the devil's way, he is not evil himself. He intends to use demons to refine demons and save his friends. I What can we do? Forcing him to come back will only make him sink deeper. It is better to let him do what he wants to do. "
Jingguang looked at Chu Tai, obviously right. He said it.
Chu Tai understood what Jingguang meant. After nodding, he looked back at Taoist Zhengyang and asked, "Why are fellow Taoists coming out? Have you discussed other matters?"
"Not yet, there are some things at Mu Jing that you need to confirm together. Let me call you back to finalize some details."
(End of this chapter)