In the novel, the monk and the emperor swore brotherhood in the palace, and the Tang Monk, accompanied by his horse, set off westward.
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[Journey to the West]The Sworn Brotherhood Between Emperor and Monk
As previously discussed, the traditional Chinese concept of “Sworn Brotherhood of Eight Bows” and its representation in Journey to the West reflect deep cultural values of loyalty and kinship. Today, we delve into the historical account of Xuanzang’s sworn brotherhood with a king and its profound influence on the novel’s narrative.
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