Royal road

Chapter 317

Although he was entrusted with the task, Liang Rong did not leave Jinyang immediately.Just because the middle of July is the annual Obon ceremony.

Now Huai'en Temple holds three large-scale pujas a year, namely the Buddha's birthday puja in April, the Yulan Basin puja in July and the winter solstice puja.Among them, the Buddha's birthday and the winter solstice sacrifices are larger, but compared to the popularity, the Obon will be better.

After all, this day coincides with the Taoist Zhongyuan Festival, focusing on helping the six realms of suffering, thanking parents for their kindness, and it is a day to worship ghosts.In the minds of the common people, ghost matters are the top priority, how can they be taken lightly?Not to mention, there are still many people who remember the time when the Buddha entered the temple with a car.This one alone makes the Obon Puja a different kind of brilliance.

For the subtle psychology of the common people, how could Huai'en Temple let it go?After all, the purpose of the Ullambana Puja is to support the Buddha and monks and promote the Dharma.Therefore, the more grand the conference, the more beneficial it will be for them.

But this year, the emperor died, and all the banquets stopped.The Ullambana Puja was scaled down accordingly, and became a ceremony for the late emperor to recite sutras.

On July [-]st, the convoy drove out of the governor's mansion and headed for Huai'en Temple.

Still in national mourning, keep everything simple.The traveling convoy is not complicated whether it is a guard of honor or driving.It was the first time for Liang Rong to participate in the Dharma conference. Apart from being apprehensive, he also found it very novel.However, he only leaned against the car window and watched for a moment before he couldn't help asking: "Father, do those people know that you are in the car?"

Along the way, there were many people kneeling on both sides of the road, bowing their heads devoutly and paying homage to the motorcade.They obviously didn't have the guard of honor of the governor or even the county magistrate, why did someone wait by the side of the road so early?

"Today is the Yu Lan Basin Festival, there will be people guarding outside." Liang Feng smiled, but he didn't think it was strange.

Liang Rong had a little understanding: "Is it to welcome your lord?"

"It's the person who welcomes them and keeps them alive." Liang Feng replied.

It has been five years since he made his debut in Jinyang.The memories engraved in the hearts of the people will not be blurred by time.

In fact, this year is not as stable as previous years, and the states are constantly fighting.However, no matter how chaotic it was outside, the flames of war never reached Jinyang.In addition, the Huns hurriedly moved their capital and left Pingyang.It can be said that the people of Bingzhou have stabilized like never before.Seeing that the autumn harvest is just around the corner, and this year is still a bumper year, how could these people forget the benefactor who brought them new life?

The car did not stop because of the people on both sides of the road, and drove all the way into the courtyard wall of Huai'en Temple.After the car came to a complete stop, the bamboo curtain was raised, and a figure appeared beside the car.It stands to reason that it should be the attendants setting up stools to help.But when he saw the person in front of him clearly, Liang Rong was startled again.

It's Yiyan!

As General Zhenwei, Marquis of Baiting, he also served as the Right Sima under his father.This man has long been one of the best figures in the Bingzhou Army, how could he act like a servant?

The other party didn't care about the daze on Liang Rong's face, and directly supported his arm: "Mr. Rong, be careful."

His tone was flat, and his support was extremely steady.Getting out of the car in a daze, before Liang Rong could react, Yiyan had already stepped forward and said in a low voice, "Master."

A white and flawless hand rested on his.Before the fingertips were firmly pressed, they were firmly held.

Seeing this scene, Liang Rong felt goosebumps popping out of his back, and immediately understood the purpose of Yiyan's move.How can this be willing to be a servant?Obviously looking for an opportunity to get close to Father!

My father said that General Yi should not be regarded as a sycophant.I also said that you can't be biased and superficial.But seeing his father being held tightly by that person, he always felt uncomfortable all over.

Fortunately, the two just touched each other when they got out of the car, and they separated naturally after standing still.Liang Rong hurriedly took a step forward and took the initiative to hold his father's hand: "Father."

Liang Feng raised his eyebrows, the little guy hasn't been so sticky outside for a long time.But today is not official business, not so particular, so he held the little hand and led people to the temple.

Behind the two of them, Yiyan glanced at the little figure's back, but followed behind without saying anything.

Last year, Youzhou troops attacked Bingzhou, and the current situation was tense. Liang Feng did not participate in the Yulan Basin meeting in person, but only sent people to send basins as offerings.Finally looking forward to coming in person this year, how could the monks in Huai'en Temple dare to neglect?I saw several people came out of the hall together.

Now there is not only Zhu Fahu, an eminent monk, in Huai'en Temple. More and more people who are proficient in Buddhism come to Bingzhou and settle in Huai'en Temple.But no matter how famous the name is, no one can overwhelm the host.The old monk still looked like an old man, standing in the first place, and greeted him with palms together.

Bringing Liang Rong to meet the ceremony, Liang Feng said: "The presiding officer is dedicated to saving the Emperor Daxing, which is really a great merit."

Whether to exceed or not is not the point.The important thing is that Huai'en Temple has expanded the porridge market by giving the name of the first emperor to eliminate karma.Almost all the poor in Jinyang have benefited.This handwriting alone made Liang Feng admire.

The old monk didn't move his eyebrows, and said indifferently: "It's our duty to help people save people. Shangdang has a high reputation."

Liang Feng smiled, the old monk was the most shrewd at this point, without taking credit, he arranged the matter in a quiet manner.As soon as he raised his hand, he said, "Please host."

Everyone strolled into the hall, Liang Rong followed behind his father, looking at the situation in the hall with a little curiosity.He has been to Huai'en Temple, but he has never seen the arrangement of the puja.Compared with usual days, the temple seems to be a little more shockingly solemn.The sutra flags fluttered, the clouds shrouded in smoke, and even the sound of the monks chanting sutras brought out a shocking majesty and majesty.

Carefully sat down next to his father, Liang Rong had already forgotten the entanglement just now, and watched the monks preaching the Dharma intently.This is different from the Nuo in the winter solstice. The bells and chimes don't stop, and the sound of Buddha is lingering.

Is this the Buddha that Father believed in?

Liang Rong felt his small chest overflowing with indescribable pride.His father had the name of Buddha's son.All sentient beings worship, and all kinds of merits and virtues, do they also have their father's share?

Tao Ran's hazy feeling lasted for a long time.Until the end of the ceremony and sitting in the meditation room, Liang Rong still couldn't settle down in his chest.

However, he didn't calm down, but Liang Feng said calmly: "Does the host think it's feasible for the matter of the ultimatum mentioned a few days ago?"

Um?What is a degree?Liang Rong raised his head in a daze, only to see the old monk on the opposite side slightly nodding his head: "Buddhism can save the world, but not everyone can be ordained as a monk. The degree of ordination can distinguish monks and laymen, and it is indeed useful. However, Huai'en Temple is not the only monastery in the world. "

Liang Feng said, "One day, all monasteries in the world will be able to select talents according to the order of the imperial court. But what scriptures and Dharma sects monks should learn must be determined by someone. Huai'en Temple is the largest temple in Jinyang, where eminent monks gather. , as the first choice."

The old monk pondered for a while: "That's like a discipline? As long as you can master the scriptures, you can become a monk?"

"You still have to take the precepts, be born in the world, and break the customs." Liang Feng replied.

Three words, simple but not light.The old monk fell silent again, and after a long time, he said again: "What if there is a person who has Buddha-nature in his body and doesn't know the scriptures?"

"Being able to distinguish filial sons, one can recognize the Buddha's nature. It's not impossible to show kindness outside the Dharma." Liang Feng didn't wait for the old monk to answer, and said, "Besides, if someone really wants to use this monk's name, it's not that there is no way to get it. "

The old monk didn't ask what to do, and nodded slightly: "I know. It's just this matter, I should tell other Zen masters."

"Master, please." Liang Feng replied with a smile, regardless of how the old monk reacted, he started to drink tea by himself.

When the old monk walked out of the meditation room slowly, Liang Rong asked in a low voice: "Father, what is Duyi?"

The conversation between the two of them just now was surrounded by clouds and fog, and he didn't understand it at all.But if he didn't understand, it didn't mean he couldn't see that what the two of them were discussing was a conflict of interests.Having just been edified by Buddhism, encountering such a dispute makes one feel like one is stepping into the void.

Liang Feng put down his teacup, and chuckled lightly: "The so-called degree certificate is a document promulgated by the imperial court, which records the birthplace, common name, age, master of precepts, etc. of monks and Taoists, just like the household registration yellow book."

The explanation was simple and clear, but Liang Rong was speechless.Isn't father worshiping Buddha?Why should monks be supervised so closely?But soon, Liang Rong reacted.That's right, monks don't pay taxes or serve in military service. If Buddhism is prosperous and everyone rushes to become a monk, how will the court maintain it?

And if monks had to pass examinations to take up positions, just like the system of disciplines, then the number of monks would inevitably be greatly reduced, and it would be easy for the court to control them.It's just that my father clearly used the name of the Buddha's entry into the world, but he used such a method, really... really...

His mind was so confused that Liang Rong didn't know what to say.Liang Feng suddenly said, "After listening so much, do you know what the host cares about?"

"It's... monks!" Liang Rong hesitated for a moment, then replied, "He wants more monks. But the imperial court controls the number of monks, and the conditions are strict. So he wants to make a profit Ways, make some accommodations. Ah, no, for the host, it is better not to have a ultimatum!"

"Then why did he answer again?" Liang Feng asked back.

"Because... because my father agreed to ask him to write a question!" The system has been implemented in Bingzhou for several years, but Liang Rong quickly guessed the answer.What my father said was that Huai'en Temple is the largest temple in Bingzhou, which is alluding to this.This should be the orthodox difference in Buddhism.Only by earning an orthodox reputation can one be famous for generations!

Confucianism's dispute about orthodoxy has lasted for countless generations, how could Liang Rong not know the importance of this matter?Besides, my father also said that there is a way to be kind like choosing Xiaolian.It was precisely because of this that the old monk was persuaded.

"Then what do I mean by the method of obtaining the ultimatum?" Liang Feng asked again.

This time, Liang Rong really couldn't think of anything.It can be obtained by examination and rewarded by virtue, so is it possible that it must be hereditary?Now monks also marry wives, but it seems that more people keep the precepts?In addition to these methods, what else can be done?

Seeing that Liang Rong couldn't answer, Liang Feng threw out the answer directly: "Of course you can pay for it."

What? !Liang Rong almost jumped up in shock.Buying and selling ultimatum?How can this work? !However, after being shocked, he thought of another kind of person.What about the common people and even merchants who have no family background, no fame, and no money?Buying a ultimatum seems to be a good choice.You can avoid taxes, you can be exempted from military service, isn't it a life-saving card at a critical moment?

It's just, just... "This, isn't this blasphemy against Buddhism?" Liang Rong stammered.

If Zhang Bin or Duan Qin said so, he might not be so surprised.But the person who said this is the father who is known as the Medicine Buddha, who single-handedly promoted the Buddhadharma!

"The Buddha should be in awe and the Dharma should be obeyed, but monks are also human beings." Liang Feng answered calmly, "Rong'er, you have to remember it firmly. As long as you are a human being, you will have desires. Saints and monks may be able to transcend, but most of them are ordinary people. , It’s just a layer of clothing. As long as it is beneficial, it will attract people to compete. It doesn’t matter if it’s a monk, a Taoist, or a Confucian. Therefore, you can worship gods and believe in Buddhism, but you can’t be deceived by those who pretend to be gods and ghosts Manipulation, harming the people and the country.”

Liang Rong sat there stiffly, completely speechless.He originally thought that his father didn't let him get in touch with Buddhism, just because he was young and needed to have a firm foundation in Confucianism.Unexpectedly, this is not the case at all!What he wants to learn by himself is never a simple school or school, but the real way of the holy king!

To rule the world and benefit the people.

This wish is so big that it makes people shudder.But in Liang Rong's heart, there was an uncontrollable emotion.Father has always been like this, walking hard step by step.How can such benevolence and ambition be compared to those who seek fame and wealth?It is precisely because of this that Bingzhou can be stable, and Sizhou and Jizhou can be attributed to the territory.If my father really ascended to that high position one day, what would he look like...

Small fist, squeeze tightly.Liang Rong nodded: "My child remembers what the adults said."

Seeing his son's excited appearance, Liang Feng sighed in his heart.In this age when one has to do divination before going out to play, it is of course impossible for him to instill atheism in Liang Rong.Being religious isn't really a big deal.But being controlled by religion, or even perishing, is another matter.

Any religion is inherently dangerous and can easily threaten secular rule.That's why he brought Liang Rong here to let him see what was hidden under the current.With such a shocking education, it is possible to reshape the Three Views.

Maybe this kind of protective lock will always be loose one day.But he hopes, not the generation behind him.