Journey to the West - Chapter 12 Part 1

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0:21 Thank you. Journey to the. West an audio drama series. Chapter 12, Part 1. It was the 13th year of the reign of Jianguan. On the third day of the ninth month, at the most suspicious time of day, Spring clergy Reverend Chen Xian Zang gathered 1200 distinguished monks in Chang'an's Temple of Transformation and Birth, where they held lectures illustrating the brilliance of Buddhist scriptures.

0:58 The emperor, having concluded his morning session, led his many civil and military officials out of the Treasure Hall of Gold carriage. Riding on his imperial Chariots, he came straight to the temple to light incense. It was a glorious day of sunshine as the emperor arrived with the talented ministers and mighty gods, followed by luxurious flacks, umbrellas and fans.

1:22 This was an emperor who bathed in faith before paying respect to Buddha. As soon as the Tang Emperor arrived at the temple, the music was instructed to stop and so the emperor came off the chariot and let his officials inside to pray to Buddha. After circling the statue of Buddha for three rounds, Taizo looked up and found this was indeed a spectacular monastery home of perfect golden statues of Buddhist deities. The place was filled with the fragrance of burnt incense on scarlet trays were.

1:58 Fruits of the. Season and On decorated desks you could find an unusual collection of sweets and cakes. Here, distinguished monks lined up to chant the true scriptures, hoping to pull lonely souls out from suffering. And so the visitors each lit an incense and pay their respect. Then spring clergy of the Empire Reverend Chen Xuanzang led the monks to greet the Tang Emperor after all the formalities.

2:28 They were assigned accordingly to their seats before the referend presented Taizo with the proclamation on the. Deliverance of orphaned. Souls, the proclamation read. Ultimate virtue is vast and endless. This religion of Chan is founded upon Nirvana. Purity freely flows and reaches all three realms.

2:51 Through countless transformations it regulates Yin and Yang. This virtue is true and consistent, unbound and limitless. Look to those orphaned souls who deserve your compassion and sorrow. By the sacred order of Taizung, monks have been selected and gathered here to preach the law of our belief. Open wide the gate of acceptance, and set in motion the boat of mercy.

3:21 We are to deliver the masses from the sea of pain, from the paths of disease, to lead them back on the road of truth, and to study the chaos before all existence, whether in motion or rest. One will be united with the state of calm cleanliness. It is owing to this noble 'cause that we invite you to witness the brilliance of the capital, And thanks to this grand occasion, you shall be freed from the confinement of hell, Ascend quickly to the ultimate bliss where you will be free, travel eagerly to the West, where you will meet liberty. The proclamation was also summarized in a poem which goes and earn with instance of longevity a few scrolls leading to rebirth.

4:12 As we proclaim this boundless law now receive heavens endless grace. When guilt and crime are abolished, lost souls may leave their prison. May our nation be firmly blessed with lasting peace and happiness for all. Taizo was full of delight as he finished reading. He then instructed the many monks do hold on to your sincere intentions and do not slack in your service to Buddha. Once the merit is complete and all the blessings have gone to the right place, we will reward you handsomely and make sure your laborers do not go unpaid.

4:55 The 1200 monks all count out in gratitude once. The meals were finished. The Tang Empress chariot made its way back and in seven days he would be invited again for incense burning. It was getting very late and the officials. Too. Made their return the next morning, the reverend would rise to his seat again and lead the crowd in chanting.

5:21 We will speak no more of that. We instead returned to Guangxin Bolizatua from Mount Portolak of the South Sea. Since receiving Buddha's order, she has been searching for a virtuous person in Chang'an to be tasked with seeking the scriptures. Days have gone by, and she has yet found an individual of true virtue.

5:45 But then she heard that in order to preach the fruit of merit, Taizon would be selecting distinguished monks for a grand ceremony. She also learned that the reverend serving as master of altar would be a monk by the name of Jianglio. He was a student of Buddha, fallen from the ultimate bliss, A reverend she personally delivered to rebirth, Borisatua was overjoyed.

6:14 So along with MU Cha, she brought the treasures Buddha gifted her to the streets to sell them. What treasures were those, you ask? It was the unique broquet Gasha, 9 Ringed staff and the three tightening bands named Golden, Tightening and Forbidden respectively. She had them safely put away for later use. Now she would only bring the Gasha and staff out for sale. In the city of Chang'an there was 1 unscrupulous monk who failed to be selected but has some dirty money to spare. He saw Bodhisattva in the form of a scabby monk dressed in rags, barefooted and bald.

7:00 Once the Gashaya was presented it glowed. So he went up to ask scabby monk how much does the Skasha of your sell for? Bodhattwa answered. This Skasha is worth 5000 tails of silver and the staff 2000. The foolish monk laughed and said these two scubby monks are crazy, they are fools. These two shabby items selling for 7000 tails of silver. Even if you could live forever or become a Buddha by wearing it is still wouldn't worth this much. Take them away.

7:39 You aren't selling them to me. Barizatua did not engage with him and walked forward with MU Cha. After walking some more, they have arrived at Dong Huamen Gate of East Brilliance. It happened that the minister Xiaoyu was on his way home from court and his guards were shouting to clear the streets. Barizatua boldly refused to step aside. Instead, she held up the gasha in the middle of the street and came straight toward the minister. The minister reined in his horse to have a look that Gashaya indeed was glowing.

8:18 He instructed his servants to ask the Gashaya seller how much it would cost. Pol is Artoiren said The Gashaya costs 5000 tails of silver and the staff 2000. Xiao Yu asked What is so good about them that they are worth such an enormous price? Pol is Artoiren said. The gashire offers good things as well as things not so good.

8:45 It may cost money, and it may not. Shall we asked what counts as good and what counts as not so good? What is that? What answered where my gashire. You will not enter perdition. You will not fall into hell. You will not suffer from toxic ordeals. You will not encounter beasts. That is what is good about it. Should you be an unscrupulous monk who relishes in pleasure and rejoices in disaster, or a religious man who lives by no vegetarian diet or commandment, or a layman who vilifies the sutra and Buddha, It would be hard for you to get a glimpse of my Gashaya.

9:28 That is what is not so good about it. Seo, You then asked what do you mean by it may cost money or it may not, but is that what answered? If you do not follow the law of Buddha or respect the three treasures which are Buddha, the Law and the Monk, and wanted to forcefully purchase the Gashaya and staff, I would certainly sell them for 7000 tails of silver.

9:56 This is what I meant by it costing money. If you respect the Three Treasures, find pleasure in virtue and convert to Buddhism, you will be worthy and I would willingly give the Garshire and staff to you in order to establish a bond of merit. This is what I meant by it not costing money. Xiaoyu heard the monk's words and became delighted knowing they were good people.

10:23 He got off the horse and greeted Bolizarro with respect, saying Venable. Reverend, please forgive Xiaoyu for his sins. Our Emperor of Tang is very keen on doing good and every official on the court is following his way to day happens to be the grand mass of land and water. This gushai will be the perfect garment for the screen clergy.

10:46 Reference Chen Xuan Zhang, I shall bring you to court and have an audience with the throne. Borizatoa happily agreed. They turned around and went straight back into the gate of E Brilliance. Huang Men Guan, or custodian of the Yellow Gate, meaning eunuchs who served as gatekeepers in the palace, delivered their message inside, and before long they were summoned by an edict into the treasure hall. The Tang Empress saw that Xiaoyu brought with him two scabby monks standing below the steps, so he asked, What are you here for, Xiaoyu?

11:27 Xiaoyu prostrated under the steps and answered. Your subject was just out at the gate of East Brilliance when I came across 2 monks selling a Kashya and a staff. I figured that Reverence Shenzhen could wear this Kashya, so I brought the monks before you. Tizon was delighted to see them and asked how much the Kashya would cost. But is that what?

11:50 A Mucha stood under the steps without any gesture of courtesy. When being asked about the price of the Kashya, they answered the Ghashaya is worth 5000 tons of silver, and for the staff 2000 Taizhong asked what is so good about the Ghashaya that it is worth so much. Boris Artword answered this Ghasha. A single threat could save you from catastrophe and grant you miracles of the supernatural.

12:21 Whether you rest or move, gods and Buddha will follow you around. This skashire is made from strings pulled from ice silkworms and spun by the most skilled Craftsman. Immortal maidens weaved it into form on the sowing looms of goddesses. Decorated with floral patterns, it beams gloriously. Once you put it on, it is as if you are surrounded by red mist.

12:46 When you take it off, it's as if a strip of colourful cloud has taken flight. On its four corners are luminous pearls and on the top, fastened, is an emerod. This scushire is folded when it's not needed. You only wear it when you meet a sage. It is adorned by every Pearl you can name and every colour you can imagine. It expands a divine aura and emits auspicious light into the surroundings.

13:16 Ever since this scushire was made, what calamity in the swirl could possibly hurt a monk? The tongue emperor took in the monk's words as he sat in the treasure hall and was overjoyed. He then asked so monk, what is so good about this night? Ringed staff Borisattoid answered this Staff. The night rings are forged with copper and iron.

13:46 A divinized sectioned vine has immortalized its form. It will lighten your steps, despite having gone through epic adventures with gods in the past untainted by the tiniest bit of mortal dust. Their staff will happily accompany the immortal monk up the Jade Mountain. The Tang Emperor heard their words and immediately asked them to unfold the gushire. He observed it in great detail and realized it was indeed a fine item.

14:16 So he said, Venerable Elder of the Great Law, to be very honest with you, we have been educating the people on the merit and planting seats of blessing far and wide. We have gathered many monks in the Temple of Transformation and Birth to preach scriptures. Among them is a man of great virtue whose religious name is Shuenzang.

14:39 We would like to purchase these two treasures from you and give them to him. How much would you ask for? Upon hearing the question, Boris Atwadi Mucha folded their palms, praised Buddha, then bowed to say since he it is virtuous, this humble cleric would be happy to give the items to him for free. We will not ask for any money.

15:03 And then they turn around to leave the tongue. Emperor hurriedly ordered Selyu to stop them. Leaning forward. He stood in the hall and asked. You just said that Gushai was worth 5000 tons of silver and the staff 2000. Seeing that we are interested in buying them, you now refuse to accept any money.

15:26 Are you implying that we are forcing you to give up the items by abusing the power of the throne? That just won't do. We shall pay you for the price you suggested. You shouldn't refuse. Borisatua raised her hand and said, This humble cleric has promised that should it be someone who respects the Three Treasures, finds pleasure in virtue, and has converted to Buddhism, I will not ask for any money and will happily give the items away. Now I have seen that Your Majesty is just and good with deep respect for our religion.

16:02 Moreover, there is a distinguished monk who has the right to virtues and acts as he preaches the Great Law. I have every reason to give away these treasures for free. I shall take no money. This humble cleric will leave these items here and excuse myself. The Tang Emperor was glad to see that the monk was so sincere.

16:27 So he arranged for Guanglu Sioux, which referred to the imperial kitchen, to prepare a grand vegetarian banquet to thank the monks. Borizatoa firmly declined the invitation before leaving in airy steps. She again returned to the temple of the Tulare of Soil, where she stayed in hiding. We will speak no more of that, Winstead speak of Taizhong, who was at noon court when he ordered Weijhong to bring an imperial edict to summon Shenzhong into the palace. The Reverend was on the altar with the crowd chanting scriptures.

17:05 The moment he learnt of an imperial edict, he quickly came down to tidy his clothes before leaving with Wei Jung to meet the throne. Taizhong said to him. We owe a great deal to the Reverend and haven't yet given you anything in return. Earlier, Sao Yu came across 2 monks who would be happy to give away a bouquet gusher and a nine range staff in order to complete the merit.

17:29 We have specially summoned the Reverend here to receive the items. Shenzhen kowtow to thank the Emperor for the favour, Taizhong Deng said. If it isn't too much to ask Reverend, please put it on for us to see. The Reverend therefore shook open the Ghashire and put it on with the staff in hand. He stood before the steps. The Emperor and his ministers were all filled with delight. He was truly a student of Buddha. Look at him.

18:04 Noble and elegant were his features. Dressed as if the apparel were tailor made with sparkles enough to light up the skies, the garment breathed colours of the universe. Lined with pearls and sewn with golden threads, it captured every pattern you can imagine. Reverend Shenzhen was truly destined, and deservedly so, to receive this item. Truly a student of Buddha without a doubt. And so all the officials cheered in front of the steps as Taizhong rejoiced.

18:40 They had the Reverend keep the Gushai on while holding the treasure staff. Then they assigned 2 lines of guards and ordered the officials to accompany Shenzhang out of the palace. He would then go on the Main Street all the way back to the temple. It would be like when someone has become the new Zhuang Yuan Xin Zang thanked the throne for the arrangements and so he went on the streets and caused quite a scene.

19:08 Look at the people of Chang'an. All the merchants, businessmen, nobility and scholars, as well as residents regardless of gender or age all came out to praise him, saying what a reverend. He's truly a living Buddhist deity, coming down to the mortal world. Once Shenzang made his way back to the temple, the other monks all came out to welcome him. Seeing him in the Dashai while holding the staff, they thought Shitigaba had arrived.

19:41 Later, they returned to their positions of service as Shenzang went up the hall to light an incense for Buddha. He then detailed the imperial favour he received before dismissing the crowd without realizing the sun has set in the West. Journey to the West and Audio Drama Series is an independent production by The 5th Monkey.

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