Take the farm down to earth

Chapter 604
Li Shimin and the six princes also understood when they heard it, and secretly thought that the person who learned the scriptures must really be a Buddhist disciple.

Then Li Shimin and the quick-witted prince thought again, no wonder Shi Zhongkui would openly seek trouble with the Bodhisattva in front of all the people in Chang'an City.

Isn't the spread of Buddhism to the east just to rob believers and incense with Taoism!

"Then is there anyone for a good son-in-law?"

That's what Shi Zhongkui was waiting for, "You might as well let Jiang Liu'er go, and I think the Bodhisattva should have chosen him, otherwise the brocade cassock and nine-ring tin staff would not have been given to Jiang Liu'er."

Li Shimin recalled the situation back then, and knew that what Shi Zhongkui said was right, but at this time he sincerely regarded Lao Tzu as his ancestor, for fear that the saint would blame him if he got angry.

"The person chosen by the virtuous son-in-law is naturally correct, but I am worried that it will lose the hearts of Xuanmen."

Shi Zhongkui said indifferently, "Your Majesty, if Xuanmen wants to prosper, it does not rely on the dynasty and power. Throughout the ages, the status of Xuanmen has risen and fallen in the land of the Tang Dynasty, and it is nothing more than the problem of Xuanmen itself."

Li Shimin and the six princes thought for a moment, then nodded.

Li Shimin sighed and said, "That's right, it's just like when I first read the Later Han Dynasty, the sentence 'A husband is a boat, and a man is water. Water can carry a boat, and it can also overturn it. If you think about danger in this way, you will know Also' the same.

If Xuanmen wants to prosper, it really depends on itself. "

After saying this, Li Shimin still had something to say in his heart, that is, the Taoist family is the only one, which is not in the emperor's interest.

But only a fool would say this in front of Shi Zhongkui.

Then he thought again, he could think of this, and Shi Zhongkui, who has practiced Taoism for countless years, should also be able to think of it.

Moreover, during the waterway meeting, Shi Zhongkui was wearing a purple tuanlong robe, and his identity was that of a prince at first glance.

Even if he is not a real emperor, he can guess that the future son-in-law in front of him is definitely not low in the power of the emperor.

This will allow the Buddhists to enter the Eastern Tang Dynasty wantonly to compete with Taoist disciples for believers.

The purpose should also be to encourage the Taoist disciples, and at the same time be honest, so as not to sit down for three days and do evil things, and finally lose face and lose benefits, it is they, the Taoist bigwigs.

Of course, Li Shimin also understood that the influence of the Buddhist family is definitely not small, otherwise there is no need to compromise at all, just hit the door and kill the other party, then there will be no troubles.

Fortunately, what Shi Zhongkui said just now is indeed extremely beneficial to Datang, and it can even be said that it is all for Datang's sake.

Although Li Shimin thought of using Buddhism to contain Taoism, he never thought about really making Buddhism bigger.

Although there are not many ways to really restrict it, Li Shimin quickly thought of the imperial examination system established by the Sui Dynasty.

The rivalry between Buddhism and Taoism seems to be balanced, but if Confucianism is added, this kind of power that can ascend to the sky in one step and directly enter the court as an official is there. Not only is it easier to win the support of the people, but it can also reduce the conflict between Buddhism and Buddhism. Xuanmen's influence on the court.

At the same time, it can also attack the power of the aristocratic family, lest all the paths of ascension be occupied by the aristocratic family, threatening the imperial power.

If Shi Zhongkui knew what Li Shimin was thinking, he would definitely give him a thumbs up.

As a person of later generations, since I know the direction of history, it is not difficult to think of these things.

But Li Shimin's way of killing three birds with one stone is a very clever move that is well versed in the emperor's tactics.
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Not long after Shi Zhongkui left the palace, a decree was sent to Huasheng Temple.

However, no matter how much Li Shimin approves of Jiang Liuer recommended by Shi Zhongkui, he will not directly order him to go west to learn Buddhist scriptures.

Regardless of whether Jiang Liu'er is willing or not, the task of forcibly apportioning is something that everyone will resist in his heart.

On the contrary, it is tempted by fame and fortune, so that people can take the initiative to stand up, so that things can be completed more satisfactorily.

Sure enough, the official who announced the decree read the decree, looked at the monks who got up and asked, "Your Majesty intends to seek the Dharma. I wonder if any of the eminent monks are willing to go west?"

Dozens of eminent monks and great virtues would like to leave their names in history, but the bad thing is that all of these people are already famous all over the world, or eminent monks who are famous in one place.

With fame and fortune, the desire to take risks fades away.

Not to mention, since the Bodhisattva and the true immortal of Xuanmen almost fought, it would be difficult to go to Xitian Lingshan now.

When Bao Buqi was born, he was eaten by the monsters secretly sent by the Taoist sect.

And everyone is old, unless they are truly cultivated Buddhist masters, how can they cross thousands of mountains and rivers and reach Xitian Lingshan?

All eyes turned to Jiang Liu'er.

Tang Seng really wanted to go to the West Paradise, after all, he was just a little monk before.

Apart from being famous for his vision of growing into an adult in eight years, who in the world knows and understands him?
Besides, Tang Seng recognized his identity as a citizen of the Tang Dynasty from the bottom of his heart, so he hurriedly stood up, clasped his hands together, and said with a serious and firm expression.

"The poor monk is not talented. I would like to do the work of a dog and a horse, and seek the scriptures with your majesty. I pray that my king will last forever."

The officials and servants who issued the decree were overjoyed and hurriedly reported the matter to Li Shimin.

Li Shimin was naturally overjoyed, Jiang Liu'er took the initiative to stand up, and with a little publicity, Buddhist disciples and believers all over the world would recognize him as the emperor.

This is definitely a good thing for Li Shimin, who has the black material of killing brothers and brothers.

Second, Tang Seng's words of "protect my king, Jiangshan forever" directly spoke to his heart.

The Xuanzhi asked Tang Seng to enter the palace early the next morning, and in front of Manchu Wenwu and Shi Zhongkui, he said, "If the mage can do this kind of loyalty, he is not afraid of the long journey and trekking mountains and rivers. I am willing..."

Originally, I wanted to say "worship as brothers" with Tang Seng, but before I could say it, Shi Zhongkui, who was standing in the front row, coughed violently.

Concentrating on the words in my mind, I thought carefully for a moment, and quickly remembered what Shi Zhongkui had said jokingly calling Jiang Liu'er 'my son' before the waterway meeting was held a few days ago.

Quickly changed it to 'I am willing to make the master a holy monk of the Tang Dynasty'.

Tang Seng was naturally also ecstatic, and bowed deeply, "Your Majesty, what virtue and ability does this poor monk have, and dare to be favored by heaven? I will die and work hard until I go to the west. If I don't go to the west, I won't get the scriptures." , Even if you die, you dare not return to your country, and you will fall into hell forever."

Li Shimin felt relieved instantly, if he failed to keep such a solemn oath, the consequences could be imagined.

No chance of returning at all.

Immediately, people were rewarded, and a good day and auspicious day were selected in the hall, and an ultimatum was issued to travel.

Tang Seng returned to Huasheng Temple. After many waterway meetings, the disciples who worshiped Tang Seng immediately surrounded him.

"Master, I've heard people say recently that the road to the west is far away, and there are more tigers, leopards and monsters. I'm afraid that if you go and never return, you will not be able to save your life."

Tang Seng didn't have a chance to repent at this time, and besides, he didn't find it difficult to travel west for the time being.

"I have made a great vow. If I don't take the scriptures, I will fall into hell forever. Mostly because of the favor of the king, I have to be loyal to the ears of the country. My going is really uncertain, and the good or bad is uncertain."

(End of this chapter)