SuaveG – The Gentle Path – Chinese mythology, folktales, and literature

Journey to the West – Episode 25 – Picture story

April 30, 2025

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Juan

After a moment’s reflection, Sun Wukong asked the temple guardian:“Are there any demon spirits nearby?”
Journey to the West – Episode 24 – Picture story

April 30, 2025

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Juan

The master and disciples arrived at the Guanyin Zen Monastery. Sanzang greeted the monk at the gate with a reverent, palms-together bow.
Journey to the West – Episode 23 – Picture story

April 29, 2025

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Juan

For days, Sanzang and Wukong journeyed beneath a midwinter sky hardened by frost.
Journey to the West – Episode 22 – Picture story

April 29, 2025

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Juan

Tripitaka rode his horse with Wukong leading the way; they journeyed by day and rested by night, taking food and drink according to their needs. Soon it was early winter.
Journey to the West – Episode 21 – Picture story

April 29, 2025

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Juan

Pilgrim Sun urged Tripitaka to mount the horse, and the journey resumed. The monkey strode ahead, carrying the luggage on his back. He was naked and limping slightly.
Journey to the West – Episode 20 – Picture story

April 29, 2025

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Juan

Sanzang journeyed alone through desolate mountains, his horse trembling under the midday sun. He journeyed for half a day, but not a single human being or dwelling was in sight. He was gnawed by hunger and disheartened by the rough road. Suddenly, a golden-spotted leopard lunged from the brush, sending the horse crashing to…