V11.C1720 (1/2)
Xuanzang looked at the people who were afraid. He didn't have any fear.
”We Buddhists pay attention to following the fate, so do the practice of Dharma. Although Buddhists now specialize in Mahayana Buddhism, they like Mahayana Buddhism and can also practice. You just said that practicing Mahayana Buddhism is forbidden. But I want to ask you, did the Buddha ever say that it is forbidden to practice Mahayana Buddhism?” Xuanzang asked, looking at the crowd.
It is true that the Tathagata Buddha does not prohibit the practice of Mahayana Dharma. However, as we all know, the Tathagata Buddha hopes that all Buddhists will practice Mahayana Dharma, so we all practice in this way.
After all, if you go to practice Mahayana Dharma, it is clear that you are fighting against the Buddha. No one wants to do this.
”Well, now we don't talk about Mahayana Buddhism and Mahayana Buddhism. Now we want to talk about protecting Chang'an city. There are millions of people in Chang'an city. Once those demons come, they will have a great influence. I hope all the disciples of Jinshan Temple can stand up and organize people to resist demons!”
Xuanzang continued to the crowd.
”Don't forget that the Tang Dynasty is a great favor to our Buddhists. Now we can practice Buddhism here with peace of mind. We don't have to worry about food, clothing, housing and transportation, and enjoy a peaceful life. This is what the Tang Dynasty gave us. The new Chang'an city is about to encounter a great disaster. Do you think we can live up to our conscience if we stay behind our doors and stay out of the way? Is it worthy of Buddha? If Buddha knows you do this, he will be angry with you! ”
After Xuanzang finished the second half of his speech, all the Buddhist disciples present were shocked.
”Uncle Xuanzang, we are now so stable in Chang'an City, but where does this demon come from? Why haven't we met now? ” Asked a disciple.
”Now the demons are hidden, and naturally they will not come out at will. This is what I have observed. In recent months, I have been walking around the territory of the Tang Dynasty, and I have also inquired about the actions of those demons.
according to their actions, I have found some rules, so I infer that their next action is Changan City. ”
After listening to Xuanzang's words, everyone nodded. They believed Xuanzang more or less.
Even if you guess wrong this time, it will do no harm. At least it can prove that the Buddhists of Jinshan Temple are caring for people and can win more pilgrims to Jinshan Temple.
”Those who are willing to go to Chang'an city to resist the demons with the poor monk will stand up, and those who are not willing to resist will stay in Jinshan Temple honestly.”
Xuanzang said that he walked out of the hall of Mahavira and went to the square outside.
After a pause for a moment, the monks in the hall followed Xuanzang one after another. There was no one left.
They are willing to follow Xuanzang to protect Chang'an city.
Xuanzang was right just now. They can enjoy a peaceful life and have no worries about food and clothing. That is a great gift from the Tang Dynasty and the help and admiration of the people around them.