However, what is happening in Datang now can be regarded as a microcosm of Tianzhu.
Since the founding of religions, it is inevitable to compete with each other and copy each other.
Hinduism and Buddhism, which also originated in India, have been fighting with each other for a long time, so it is normal for them to copy each other's teachings.
Looking at Huineng, who was in trouble but reacted to the "ascetic", Li Xian hesitated for a moment, but still said:
"Huineng, do you know that Vishnu is not a Bodhisattva at all, but the god of the oldest religion in Tianzhu. And the method of ascetic cultivation is not the first of Buddhism, but copied from the oldest religion of Tianzhu?"
Hearing these words, Huineng was stunned for a moment, and then sneered: "Your Highness, where do you start with these words? All living beings are ridden with sins. I use my body to overcome disasters, resolve the sins of the world, taste all the suffering, and cross people to the other side. Finally reach the ultimate bliss. This is described in the Buddhist scriptures, how can it be wrong?"
Seeing Huineng's insistence, Li Xian simply put aside his pity, sat on the chair brought by Jiang Hao, and said with a smile: "Buddhist scriptures? Are you reading Buddhist scriptures translated by Master Xuanzang himself? I'm afraid they are some heretical scriptures." Right. Master Xuanzang traveled west to seek Dharma, and the Buddhist scriptures he translated were based on the actual situation in the Tang Dynasty, taking the essence and discarding the dross.
Because of this, the ascetic monk’s practice method, which originated from the ancient religion of India, may be recorded, but it will never be mixed into the Buddhist scriptures. Especially the ancient religion in Tianzhu, most of its teachings are biased and even challenge the imperial power. Not to mention that the late Emperor was in power at that time and was so powerful that he was powerful and powerful. Even now that Emperor Father is in power and is powerful all over the world, how can you Buddhists dare to challenge him?
Unfortunately, I have only read the rubbings of Master Xuanzang's Journey to the West once, and I know a lot about the customs and customs in it. Now, I can tell you for sure that your so-called Buddhist scriptures are definitely heretical. "
After saying these words, Li Xian felt a little thirsty.
Only the most considerate servants can rise to the top, and this is the case with Jiang Hao.
Just when he felt thirsty, warm tea was brought to him.
After taking a sip of tea, Li Xian looked at the dull Huineng and continued: "Since you believe in the Buddha so much and do not hesitate to use your own ascetic practices to save the sins of all living beings, why do you go against the original intention of Buddhism? The Buddha often said, save people. Destiny is better than building a seven-level pagoda, why do you have to go against the path? Isn't Gu one of the sentient beings? Is Gu's life not life? If you harm Gu Gu, even if you live in asceticism for two lifetimes, what's the use?"
I have played with dialectics as early as when I was in school.
What's more, when it comes to the field of history, which he is good at, Li Xian is absolutely confident that even a real eminent monk can give him a dialectical life of doubt.
Because there is one thing that no one can change, and that is...
Buddhism is a product of Tianzhu.
Even, it is not as ancient as Hinduism.
Later generations of netizens once concluded that it is better to believe in Indian Asan than to believe in one's own ancestors.
This sentence is almost always harmful when used against monks and Buddhists.
After listening to Li Xian's words, Huineng glanced at the assassin next to him and said hesitantly: "The young monk was just entrusted by others to deliver messages to others. He did not know that they wanted to assassinate His Highness the Crown Prince."
Hearing this, Jiang Hao asked without hesitation: "Who is the person who asked you to deliver the message?"
Huineng hesitated for a moment, then sighed: "The person who asked the young monk to deliver the message was a businessman from Yong'anfang, Chang'an. The young monk once asked him for help in order to save people, and he owed a lot, so he often helped him with things."
"A businessman from Yong'anfang?"
Hearing this answer, Li Xian and Jiang Hao couldn't help but frown.
First it was the monk from Daci'en Temple, who then became a businessman, and from there on down, who knows what kind of people will be involved.
The people behind this are a bit outrageous.
But thinking about it, after all, it was such an explosive thing as plotting to assassinate the prince. The person who carried it out did not want all the ancestral graves to be dug out, so they would definitely be fully prepared.
And the link after link like now is the best cover.
Because no one knows which link will go the wrong way and lead to the wrong direction.
Even the current eunuch Wang Fei and monk Huineng have no way to verify the authenticity of their words.
In other words, the mastermind behind the scenes has been impossible to trace from the beginning.
Even so, Jiang Hao still asked reluctantly: "Who is the merchant in Yong'anfang and what kind of business does he do? What does he look like?"
Seeing Jiang Hao starting to ask, Li Xian lost interest, got up and walked out.
Passing the corner, Li Zhi, who was on the chariot, opened his eyes the moment Li Xian appeared.
Seeing Li Xian's expression, Li Zhi smiled and said, "How about it? Do you still need me to send someone to arrest that businessman?"
Li Xian smiled, cupped his hands and said, "My son has been wronged, and naturally he needs my father to seek justice. However, I don't intend to continue questioning this matter, so I will leave it to my father to make a decision."
"oh?"
Hearing Li Xian's answer, Li Zhi suddenly smiled and asked, "Why aren't you ready to ask more questions?"
Li Xian smiled bitterly and said: "Just looking at the results of these two days, I know how much time it will take to find the real mastermind. I can't afford to put too much effort into this matter. It's just an assassination. Erchen I am sure that what I will encounter in the future is not just this time. If I have to investigate everything to the end every time, there will be no need to do anything else."
"Very good. I thought it would take a few days before you would find it troublesome to give up. I didn't expect you to know how to let go now. Indeed, although the assassination is a big deal, it is not worth spending too much of your energy. Don't worry, I Qianniu Guards will be sent to investigate this matter thoroughly, and no matter how many people are involved, they will definitely vent their anger on your behalf."
Hearing Li Zhi's answer, Li Xian could only salute.
It is conceivable that if this involvement continues, not just one or two people will lose their heads.
But what does this have to do with him?
Seeing that the prince really didn't care about this matter, Li Zhi ordered the accompanying eunuchs to pick up the chariot and return to the camp.
He found that perhaps Li Xian was more suitable to be the prince than Li Hong. Because no matter what qualities he wanted to see in Li Xian, he would always get a satisfactory result, and it would be shown earlier than he expected.
It's the same today.
but....
When approaching the camp, Li Zhi still opened his mouth to express his confusion:
"I have read countless scriptures, but why have I never seen a sentence like 'saving one life is better than building a seven-level pagoda' in the Buddhist scriptures?"
"Ah... I forgot where I saw it. I just thought it made sense, so I wrote it down."
In the dark night, Li Xian couldn't help but reach out and wipe the non-existent sweat on his forehead.
Now that Li Zhi mentioned it, he remembered that this sentence seemed to have been originated in Zengguang Xianwen of the Ming Dynasty.
