I'm already a Great Luo Golden Immortal, how come you're only Martial Saints?

Seeing that it was effective, Elder Jinchi's chanting grew even louder.

"Alone in quietude, I delight in reciting scriptures. I also see a Bodhisattva, courageous and diligent, entering deep mountains to contemplate the Buddha's path. I also see someone detached from desire, constantly in seclusion, deeply cultivating meditation, and attaining the five supernatural powers. I also see a Bodhisattva, peacefully meditating with palms joined, praising the Dharma Kings with countless verses. I also see a Bodhisattva, with profound wisdom and unwavering resolve..."

All the gods and Buddhas in the sky chanted scriptures together, and the golden light of the Buddhist kingdom shone brightly!

The dense Sanskrit characters completely enveloped Ning Chen, drilling into his sea of ​​consciousness through his seven orifices!

Just as this torrent of salvation was about to completely engulf the three of them...

In Ning Chen's sea of ​​consciousness, the true meaning of the supreme classic of Taoism, the "Tao Te Ching," seemed to have been provoked and was instantly and completely activated!

Without Ning Chen having to deliberately urge it, a vast and pure Daoist energy burst forth from his Purple Mansion Sea of ​​Consciousness!

In a daze, the void behind Ning Chen trembled, and three towering figures faintly appeared!

Although blurry and indistinct, it exudes an unparalleled majesty that is equal to the heavens above, connects to the deepest hell below, holds the key to the Great Dao, and controls the primordial universe!

It is the supreme symbol of Taoism, the illusory projection of the Three Pure Ones!

Yuqing Yuanshi Tianzun!

Shangqing Lingbao Tianzun!

Taiqing Daode Tianzun!

As soon as the Three Pure Ones appeared, they brought endless pure energy and Daoist rhyme, dispelling all the Sanskrit characters around the three of them!

At the same time, the sound of the Great Dao resounded!

The Tao that can be told is not the eternal Tao; the name that can be named is not the eternal name.

The nameless is the origin of heaven and earth; the named is the mother of all things.

Therefore, one should always be without desire in order to observe its subtlety; one should always have desire in order to observe its manifestations.

These two originate from the same source but have different names; both are called profound, profound beyond profound, the gateway to all wonders.

Two different scriptures clashed fiercely inside the Mahavira Hall!

On one side is a Buddhist Pure Land, bathed in golden light, filled with the sounds of chanting, and surrounded by Buddhas!

On one side is a Taoist domain where pure energy flows, Taoist charm is naturally formed, and the Three Pure Ones protect it!

These two forces, like water and fire, light and darkness, originating from different fundamental principles, collided violently in the small space around Ning Chen!

boom!

There was no earth-shattering explosion, only an invisible, soul-stirring tremor!

After a brief stalemate, one of the Three Pure Ones phantoms slightly opened its eyes!

Taiqing Daode Tianzun!

In the Thirty-Three Heavens, in the Tushita Palace, Laozi slightly opened his eyes, feeling quite displeased.

Huh? Another one trying to steal an apprentice? Have you no shame?

He snorted coldly!

The next instant, an inexplicable and immense will descended from the sky!

puff!

puff!

The monks, including Elder Jinchi, Guangzhi, Guangmou, and dozens of others who were sitting around Ning Chen and the others chanting sutras, felt as if they had been struck hard in the chest by an invisible giant hammer, and the chanting came to an abrupt halt!

Their expressions changed drastically in unison, and they coughed up a mouthful of blood. Their breaths instantly weakened, and their eyes were filled with disbelief, horror, and fear!

Even the monks with shallow cultivation rolled their eyes back and fainted.

That vast and magnificent Buddhist kingdom, which attempted to enlighten people's hearts, crumbled and vanished without a trace, like shattered glass.

The hall fell into a deathly silence, broken only by Wu Dajin's heavy breathing and Lao Luo's relieved breathing.

The first round, a battle of sutra listening and magical combat, has already decided the winner!

Ning Chen's side wins!

Above the clouds, Guanyin Bodhisattva, whose form was hidden, silently watched over those below.

When they saw the three imposing and unfathomable phantoms that appeared behind Ning Chen.

A hint of solemnity appeared on Guanyin Bodhisattva's usually calm and compassionate face, and her willow-leaf eyebrows furrowed slightly.

"The projection of the Three Pure Ones can actually draw upon Daoist energy to protect him; indeed, there is someone standing behind this young man..."

Guanyin murmured to herself, her previous contempt for Ning Chen instantly dissipating.

She originally intended to use the power of preaching to subtly shake the foundations of several people's Taoist sects, quietly plant the seeds of Buddhism in their hearts, and then gradually work on them later.

In retrospect, this plan has completely failed!

Ning Chen's Dao heart was so steadfast, and his Dao lineage so pure, that it far exceeded her expectations.

How could the disciples of the Three Pure Ones allow her to interfere!

"You managed to break through the first test of listening to the scriptures by force, relying on the orthodox tradition. Consider yourself lucky!"

Guanyin Bodhisattva's gaze shifted, landing on Ning Chen, who remained seated in the center, his expression calm but his eyes revealing a sharp glint. Thoughts raced through his mind.

"However, the second debate on Zen is a contest of wit and wisdom in Buddhist principles! Although Jinchi's magical powers are mediocre, he has been immersed in Buddhist scriptures for hundreds of years, has a deep understanding of Zen principles, and his tongue is as eloquent as a lotus flower."

"You Taoist disciples certainly cannot surpass Jinchi in Buddhist debates! As for the others, they are even less capable of this task."

Guanyin Bodhisattva's eyes regained their calmness, even showing a hint of certainty.

"Ning Chen, your profound foundation in this path has ironically become an obstacle to our discussion of Zen. As for Buddhism, how can you possibly contend with Jin Chi, who has dedicated himself to this field? In this contest, I have the victory firmly in my grasp!"

The following morning, after a night's rest, the second Zen discussion officially began in the meditation room of the Zen temple.

In the quiet room, futons are placed facing each other, with an incense table in the middle, where wisps of smoke rise.

Elder Jinchi changed into a simple monk's robe. Although his face was somewhat pale, his eyes were unusually bright and sharp, making him look nothing like an old man over two hundred years old.

Behind him stood his disciples, including Guangzhi and Guangmou, all of whom were completely absorbed in their work.

On Ning Chen's side, the main force was naturally Teacher Luo, who was wearing a brocade cassock and looked solemn and dignified.

Although he was intimidated by the power of the Buddhist kingdom yesterday, after a night of rest, he is now in good spirits and appears quite dignified.

Ning Chen, Tang Hao, Sun Rongrong, and others stood solemnly watching the battle.

Elder Jinchi put his hands together in prayer and uttered a Buddhist chant in a peaceful voice.

"Amitabha Buddha, yesterday you, benefactor, possessed profound spiritual cultivation and received assistance from that... person, thus gaining a slight advantage. Today, let us not discuss supernatural powers or magical abilities, but only the liberation of mind and nature. This old monk has a question for benefactor Luo!"

His gaze was sharp and fixed on Lao Luo.

"All people suffer, trapped in the cycle of rebirth in the six realms, unable to find liberation. According to Buddhism, this suffering originates from ignorance, attachment, and the three poisons of greed, anger, and delusion. May I ask you, Benefactor Luo, what is the key to breaking free from attachment? What is the mind that arises without attachment? And how can one use this mind to sever the root of the cycle of rebirth?"

Everyone present was a Taoist practitioner.

Only Luo Zhantian had read a few Buddhist scriptures.

However, he also relied on force to suppress the people and became the abbot.

In the Buddhist path, Lao Luo's ability to recite the Great Compassion Rebirth Mantra is already an extraordinary achievement.

Elder Jinchi has been immersed in Buddhism for over two hundred years. His Buddhist practice is on a completely different level from Lao Luo's.

His question directly addresses the core of Buddhist practice, "one should abide nowhere and yet give rise to the mind," and the fundamental goal of "severing the cycle of rebirth."

Jin Chi asked tricky questions, testing both the understanding of the original meaning of Buddhist scriptures and the ability to explain the path to liberation.

Lao Luo's heart skipped a beat, and a layer of fine sweat instantly appeared on his forehead.

"The mind arises without dwelling" sounds very profound, but what does it actually mean?

What does "the key to breaking free from attachments" mean?

Luo tried desperately to recall the various scriptures he had recited during his years at Shaolin Temple, such as the Diamond Sutra and the Heart Sutra.

He vaguely remembered these words and phrases, but how could he break them down, explain them, and then counterattack and defend himself?

It would be even more difficult than if he were to fight against all the heroes of the world again!

Hurry up and get your head started! I've already bragged about this, I can't lose face in front of the students.

Seeing that he hesitated and remained silent, Elder Jinchi felt more at ease.

Hmph, I knew it! You bumpkin, what do you know about Buddhism? What a waste of that robe you're wearing!

Guangzhi and Guangmou even curled their lips into a mocking smile.

So what if he's a martial monk? Just because he wears a robe doesn't mean he's an enlightened monk!

The silence at the scene fueled Luo's anger.

Luo, who once roamed the Blue Star and was the number one person in the world, was known as God Luo and Grandmaster Luo. He even suppressed the martial arts gods for decades with his own strength. When had he ever suffered such humiliation?

Looking at Jin Chi's pretentious old face and Guang Zhi's irritating expression, a surge of anger rushed to Lao Luo's head.

What kind of fucking rubbish is this Zen theory!

The truth will be revealed through force; that's the only real way!

Palm techniques are also techniques, and ballistic trajectories are also principles!

Today, I'll beat you until you're completely convinced and have your teeth knocked out!

Old Luo slapped his thigh and stood up with a whoosh, his tall figure resembling an angry Vajra!

"I've got a powerful Vajra Palm technique here, I wonder if you've ever seen it!"