Ning Chenxin's words pierced Dabei's chest like a sharp sword.
As a Buddhist, he is well-versed in Buddhist teachings, and his attainments in Buddhism are unmatched among the younger generation!
It has even surpassed many of the hosts in Buddha Mountain.
However, he was almost brought to his knees by what a Confucian Dao cultivator said!
Who can I complain to about this?
It's like being in a field you're very knowledgeable about, only to have a non-expert pinpoint the problem.
Yes, everyone experiences this sense of disappointment.
However, since it's a debate, a winner and a loser must eventually emerge.
As a Buddhist, Dabei quickly retorted, "They are within the territory of our Buddhist Sect, so we will naturally protect them. As for their belief in Buddhism, that is their choice. Why should you, benefactor, place a crime on the head of our Buddhist Sect?"
Ning Chenxin pointed to the Power of Faith surrounding Dabei and said, "It's not a crime, it's just that they've gone down the wrong path. I don't see pure faith in them, they're like brainwashed fanatics. And isn't the Power of Faith surrounding you derived from these people?"
Dabei frowned slightly. He couldn't refute it, after all, he had benefited from it, which was something he couldn't wash away no matter what.
"But if one's strength is insufficient and cannot be improved, how can one better protect others, and how can one do good deeds in the world?"
Ning Chenxin said, "If you have to sacrifice others and use innocent people as stepping stones to become stronger, what's the use of protecting others later?"
The more Ning Chenxin spoke, the clearer his mind became, and the worry and gloom in his eyes gradually began to dissipate!
These words seemed not to be spoken to someone Dabei, but rather to comfort oneself!
I don't know much about your Buddhist Sect affairs.
Dabei: "..."
Isn't this deep enough?
Ning Chenxin continued, "But there is a saying in the Dao Scripture... To cultivate truth and attain enlightenment, one must first seek self-salvation. After self-salvation, one can then spread and Xingdao, starting with self-cultivation, then extending to one's family, then to one's country, and finally to the world."
"Cultivating truth and attaining enlightenment refers to both cultivating one's realm and comprehending the Dao of the State of Mind. You may have cultivated your realm, but what about the Dao of the State of Mind? If you abandon it, how can you attain enlightenment?"
Dabei and silence.
Indeed, he is currently stuck at this point, and no matter how much Power of Faith he receives, he cannot move forward even half a step!
The golden light surrounding him began to gradually dim at this moment.
Ning Chenxin's gaze gradually cleared as she looked up at the sky, no longer looking at Dabei. When she spoke, it was as if she were murmuring to herself, or perhaps speaking to Dabei.
"Becoming stronger is fundamental, but it's also important to be strategic. One must become stronger without crossing one's own bottom line, and then use that strength to help all living beings and create a peaceful world."
At this point, he finally understood everything his master had said.
The answer to what Master said is also hidden in the Dao Scripture. Ning Chenxin has seen them, but he has not yet fully understood them.
Combining the two, the answer was finally found.
At this moment, Ning Chenxin Vast Righteous Qi!
The aura also rose steadily at this moment.
The white light seemed to penetrate Ning Chenxin's entire body, and the surrounding Immortal Qi formed a vortex, continuously flowing into it.
Late-Stage Ancestor Realm!
At this moment, Ning Chenxin looked at Dabei and said, " Dabei, in my understanding Dabei, is the heart that saves people from suffering; that is called compassion. My master once mentioned a sentence in a letter he wrote to me: 'Of all the Buddhas of the three worlds, Dabei is the foundation... If one does not have Dabei, then one cannot be called a Buddha.'"
Upon hearing this, Dabei's body trembled, and his pupils suddenly contracted.
yes.
The name "Dabei " comes from a heart that seeks to alleviate suffering. He was once like that too.
However, under the expectations and guidance of the abbot and others, he was destined to become the future leader of the Buddhist Sect, the one most likely to come close to the Buddha, bearing this expectation and the desire to revitalize Buddhist Sect.
Dabei has gradually forgotten the concept of his Buddhist chant and has become immersed in improving his strength.
This is perhaps why he has struggled to make any progress in his artistic realm over the years.
The dim golden light solidified again at this moment, but instead of spreading, it remained contained within Dabei's body.
Dabei rose, clasped his hands together in prayer towards Ning Chenxin, and said, "Amitabha... Thank you for your understanding, benefactor."
The original purpose of the discussion was for Dabei to answer Ning Chenxin's questions.
Now it's the other way around.
Ning Chenxin shook her head and said, "I have no intention of comforting you; I'm just trying to comfort myself."
Upon hearing this, Dabei laughed, "This humble monk is far inferior to you; your level of understanding far surpasses mine."
"I lost this debate."
As these words were spoken, without anyone noticing, a hint of resentment appeared in the eyes of the Buddha statue beside him, which were normally devoid of any spirit despite being made of pure metal.
However, it was fleeting.
Dabei put away his prayer mat and walked towards the edge of Cold Soil Village. He stopped at the village entrance, turned around, and looked at Ning Chenxin, saying, "We will meet again in the future. I have been in seclusion these past years studying Buddhism. I will investigate this matter when I return. If it is truly as you say, I will take action."
Ning Chenxin nodded.
He had a premonition that his State of Mind had changed due to Dabei, and that the changed man shared some of his beliefs.
In that case, we will meet again in the future.
Ning Chenxin also planned to leave this place and return to the Mortal Realm.
After all, Dabei had already decided to handle it himself. This was his faction, Ning Chenxin couldn't interfere. Moreover, his cultivation level was definitely not enough to deal with a faction of this level.
Ning Chenxin would only intervene if no one else was handling the situation.
The villagers of Cold Soil Village also witnessed Ning Chenxin's strength firsthand, as he actually defeated that Buddha-like figure.
Ning Chenxin bid them farewell. As they parted, the young man tugged at Ning Chenxin's sleeve and asked, "Immortal Master, may I learn from you?"
Ning Chenxin looked at the boy, and the boy stubbornly looked back at Ning Chenxin.
Then, Ning Chenxin took out a thick scroll, which contained Ning Chenxin insights from reading many books and comprehending many Daoist principles.
"You don't necessarily have to stay by my side to learn. Once you've thoroughly understood what's in the scroll, you can come find me, and I'll teach you the next step in your cultivation."
After saying that, Ning Chenxin turned and left.
As the boy watched Ning Chenxin's retreating figure, he suddenly called out, "My name is Shanchuan!"
Ning Chenxin paused for a moment, nodded slightly, and then disappeared from the spot.
Seeing this, Shanchuan looked down at the heavy scroll in his hand, unwrapped it, and found a jade pendant inside.
Meanwhile, when Dabei returned to the main hall of the Buddhist Sect temple, Abbot Jingxuan looked at Dabei and nodded slightly, saying, "It seems you've gained quite a bit. The Buddhist Dao aura within you is beginning to surge. It looks like you'll be able to break through as long as you continue to absorb the Power of Faith."
At this moment, Dabei shook his head and said, "Abbot, are the things that Buddhist Sect is doing contrary to the Buddha's will?"
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P. S.: I still have two chapters to write, and I won't be able to sleep until they're finished!