In Journey to the West, Guanyin Bodhisattva grants Tang Sanzang the Tightening Curse (Tight-Fillet Spell) and its accompanying golden fillet to subdue Sun Wukong.
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[Journey to the West]Monkey of the Mind
The journey of the Tang Monk and his disciples is, in essence, an inward pilgrimage. Buddhist and Taoist perspectives play a vital role in shaping this spiritual allegory.
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Dao De Jing – Chapter 64
Chapter 64 emphasizes preventive action, alignment with natural cycles, and the wisdom of addressing problems before they arise.
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Dao De Jing – Chapter 63
Chapter 63 offers timeless insights for leadership (wu wei or non-action governance), conflict resolution (gradual de-escalation), and personal growth (the power of incremental progress).
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Dao De Jing – Chapter 49
Laozi extended the doctrine of Wu Wei—embodying effortless action and natural harmony—into multiple spheres such as governing societies, educating communities, and navigating human relationships.
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Dao De Jing – Chapter 43
Being arises from Non-Being. All things under heaven, no matter how seamless or solid, emerge from the non-being.
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