SuaveG – The Gentle Path

Chinese mythology, folktales, and literature

compassion

  • The Wolf of Zhongshan Mountain

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    Ana

    There once lived a scholar by the name of Dongguo, who was known for his compassion.

  • Who ultimately achieves Buddhahood: Tang Sanzang or the Golden Cicada?

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    Juan

    We know that in Journey to the West, Chen Xuanzang (Tang Sanzagn or Tripitaka) is the reincarnation of the Golden Cicada (Gold Cicada or Jin Chanzi). So, did Guanyin Bodhisattva choose Chen Xuanzang or the Golden Cicada as the scripture seeker? And who ultimately achieves Buddhahood?

  • Is That So?

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    Ana

    Chan Master Hakuin Ekaku (1686–1769 CE) was one of the most influential figures in Japanese Rinzai Zen Buddhism, renowned for revitalizing the tradition during the Edo period. His teachings and practices have profoundly impacted Zen Buddhism, not only in Japan but also around the world.

  • Harmonious Fusion of the Religions in Journey to the West

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    Juan

    Journey to the West masterfully integrates China’s three major traditions or religions—Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism—into a cohesive narrative, creating a rich cultural tapestry and unique philosophical-religious foundation.

  • Dao De Jing – Chapter 69

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    Ana

    Chapter 69 employs military metaphors to unveil the Daoist philosophy of ‘retreating to advance’ and ‘softness overcoming hardness’. Lao Tzu first references ancient military wisdom: ‘I dare not take the initiative but prefer to respond; I dare not advance an inch but prefer to withdraw a foot’. This emphasizes avoiding provocation, resisting rash aggression,…

  • Dao De Jing – Chapter 67

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    Ana

    The Dao, due to its all-encompassing and formless nature, cannot be grasped through the perception of concrete forms. We learn to cultivate the Dao by emulating the sages.