Ch. 41Three Pure Ones Become Sages
Key Plot Points and Events
- The Three Pure Ones (Laozi, Primordial Lord of Heaven, and Lord of the Heavens) establish their respective sects (Dao, Elucidation, and Interception) and attain sainthood simultaneously, following the Two Sages of the West.
- Each sect's establishment is accompanied by vast Heavenly Dao merit and Primordial Violet Qi, solidifying their sage powers.
- The Three Pure Ones' simultaneous sainthood marks a new chapter in the Primordial World's age of sages.
Character Developments
- Laozi, driven by the urgency to prove himself, establishes the Dao Sect based on his Taiji Dao, attaining sainthood with a solid foundation.
- Primordial Lord of Heaven and Lord of the Heavens also attain sainthood, becoming the Jade Pure Primordial Heavenly Lord and Upper Pure Spirit Treasure Heavenly Lord, respectively.
Significant Themes
- Orthodoxy vs. Heterodoxy: The Three Pure Ones assert their lineage as Pangu's orthodox descendants, challenging the Western sects.
- Great Dao Contention: The establishment of multiple sects with differing principles sets the stage for competition and dialogue among different interpretations of the Great Dao.
- Establishing a Sect: The process of founding a sect is shown to be a significant step towards attaining sainthood, allowing the Three Pure Ones to solidify their destinies and powers.
Character Interactions
- The Three Pure Ones act in quick succession, driven by the desire to match the Two Sages of the West and prove their lineage's superiority.
- The establishment of their sects and simultaneous attainment of sainthood strengthen their bond as the orthodox lineage of the Mystic Gate and Pangu's true descendants.
- The Three Pure Ones' actions implicitly challenge and respond to the Western sects, setting the stage for further interactions and conflicts.