Chapter 282: A True Person Visits Thailand to Show His Magical Skills

Two days passed quickly.

That day, Fang Yi, along with his two apprentices Xu Xiaoli and Lu Shisheng, boarded Charun Chainan's private plane at Hongqiao and headed for Thailand.

The plane has just started.

Fang Yi is thinking about how to preach and show his divine power.

Charun Chai Na came over and said with a smile on his face, "Buddha, I spoke to my grandfather on the phone before boarding the plane. He said that this time, with the influence of him and several other monks, he was able to gather thousands of monks to listen to you explain the Fangxian Sect's teachings."

Fang Yi has magical perception.

Of course, he could not hide the conversation between Charun Chai Na and Long Tho Monk on the phone.

He blinked his eyes. “Are several thousand monks too few?”

Charun Chaina smiled bitterly and said, "It's not that my grandfather didn't try his best, but you also know that the main belief of my country is Buddhism. You are here as the leader of the Chinese Taoist school to explain the Taoist scriptures, so it is difficult to attract people. These thousands of monks are willing to come only because my grandfather and several senior monks tried their best and they knew that you possess the supreme Dharma."

yes.

After all, he has never appeared before anyone abroad.

Some people may have a certain understanding of themselves from videos and news.

Under such circumstances, would those people give up their lives and work to listen to my sermons?

Some people may come, but definitely not everyone who sees the video or the news will come.

If Fang Yi wants to successfully preach, he will definitely not be satisfied with just a few thousand monks.

We must find ways to attract more people to come and listen to the lectures.

After thinking about it carefully, he roughly figured out a solution.

Suddenly, Fang Yi thought of another question, "By the way, which Buddha is enshrined in the Golden Buddha Temple?"

Charun Chai Na replied: "There are two main Buddhas to be worshipped. One is the Tathagata Buddha, which is often mentioned in Chinese culture, and the other is the Four-Faced Buddha."

Fang Yi has a general understanding of Thai Buddhism.

The Tathagata Buddha that Charun Chainan was talking about was Sakyamuni Buddha.

The prototype of the Four-Faced Buddha comes from Brahma, the creator god in Indian mythology.

It’s just that Thai Buddhism is somewhat different from Chinese Buddhism and Hindu mythology.

In the mythological system, Thai Buddhism belongs to Theravada Buddhism.

Chinese Buddhism belongs to Mahayana Buddhism.

This has greatly weakened the power of Thai Buddhist Buddhas.

Secondly, the gods in Thai mythology are relatively weak.

For example, Indra is the king of gods and the king of the universe in Indian mythology.

He is not only the god of war and storm in Indian mythology.

There is even a legend that the sun is his eyes.

Both the sky and the morning glow were born from it.

Indra's combat abilities vary in Hindu mythology.

Sometimes it's very strong, sometimes it's very weak.

But in summary, Indra's fighting power is the second-tier god after Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva.

So what is the status of Indra in Thai mythology?

As far as Fang Yi knows, Indra has a very high status in Thai mythology, but his fighting ability is very average.

Why do you say that?

Because Thai mythology records that Indra was once the king of heaven, his status was of course high.

The reason why its combat power is weak is entirely because Indra's most powerful achievement in Thai mythology is: widening the sky, releasing the water of seven rivers, and killing the dragon.

"Based on this, the fighting power of Sakyamuni Buddha and the Four-Faced Buddha in Thai mythology would not be very strong. Especially since Thailand is a country of Theravada and Hinayana Buddhism, the image of Buddha has not completely escaped from the category of 'human'. Even the most powerful Four-Faced Buddha is estimated to be about the same as the Arhat in Chinese Buddhism."

Fang Yi remembered that in Mahayana Buddhism, the Eight Heavenly Dragons were the protectors of the Buddha's practice and their status was lower than that of the Arhats.

If analyzed from the perspective of status, the combat effectiveness of the Thai Erawan Buddha should be stronger than that of the Dorje that he had fought before.

"Based on this calculation, the combat power of the Four-Faced Buddha of Thailand may be stronger than that of Li Tieguai in his physical state, but weaker than that of his soul in his out-of-body state."

Fang Yi had a rough idea in his mind.

At this time, Charun Chai Na asked curiously: "You asked which Buddha is enshrined in the Golden Buddha Temple. Is it related to promoting the teachings of the Fangxian Sect?"

Fang Yi smiled and said, "No, I'm just asking."

Of course he wasn't asking casually.

If he wanted to attract more Thai monks and people to come and listen to his lectures, he would definitely need to display some magical powers.

However, the Buddhas that are worshipped have divine domains that restrict the use of their supernatural powers.

Therefore, Fang Yi wanted to understand the strength of the Thai Buddhas to determine whether he could crush them so that he could use his supernatural powers.

Now that I have the answer, I should be able to crush most of the gods in Thailand.

Except for some places where Mahayana Buddhist Buddhas are enshrined, all other places can be covered by supernatural powers.

…

Bangkok, Thailand.

Somdej Paramahathirajang is the abbot of Wat Pho.

He is also the 17th Supreme Patriarch of Thailand.

Although he has now abdicated and given way to others.

But his status in Thai Buddhism is higher than that of the current Supreme Patriarch.

In the Reclining Buddha Temple.

Songde Paramahathiratsen convened a large group of senior monks from various Buddhist temples to meet.

Among them, the eminent monk Longtuo was prominently listed.

Songde Paramahathirajan glanced coldly at Longtuo and his faction's monks, then smiled at the other monks, "I heard that there are some traitors in Thai Buddhism recently, preparing to welcome gods from other sects to enter Thailand to preach. What do you think about this?"

The monk Luangta, who is sitting in a wheelchair and looks a bit like a mummy, is from the Luangtuk monk faction. His status in Thai Buddhism is no less than that of the Patriarch.

He said in a hoarse voice: "What is a traitor? Master Fang is the reincarnation of our Buddha, Gotama Buddha. Long Tuo asked him to visit Thailand and teach Buddhism to the monks. How can he be a traitor?"

Gautama Buddha is a Pali word, generally referring to Sakyamuni Buddha.

When Songde Paramahathirajan saw that Luangda monk came up to him and confronted him, he narrowed his eyes immediately, "Langda, as a famous monk of Thai Buddhism, don't you know that this move is inviting a wolf into the house?"

Of course, Master Longda knew.

But he is now 109 years old. If he cannot extend his life, he may die soon.

And ever since he knew that Monk Longtuo had obtained a golden apple that could extend his life by 200 years from Master Fang of China.

He took the initiative to contact the monk Longtuo, and was willing to serve as the vanguard of Master Fang, just to prolong his life.

Therefore, in order to survive, Master Longda had to use his own strength to bring the Fangxian Sect into Thailand.

He said calmly, "Songde Paramahathiratjan, although you are the former Supreme Patriarch, I don't think you have any intention of becoming a Buddhist. Longtuo and other high monks and I have tried our best to provide the reincarnation of Gotama Buddha to return to Thailand, but you are thinking about factional differences. Did you become a monk just for power?"

A big hat is put on directly!

Even though Songde Paramahathirajan was over 90 years old, he was still so angry that veins on his forehead bulged.

He took a deep breath and said, "Don't accuse me. I'm making this clear today. If anyone dares to attend the Dharma Assembly of the Chinese Master Fang, then they will be expelled from Thai Buddhism in the future. Don't blame me!"

Longtuo monk laughed dumbly and said, "Songde Paramahathiratsen, I remember that you are not the Patriarch now, right? Why, do you still want to exercise the rights of the Patriarch?"

Sonde Paramahathirajan narrowed his eyes and said sharply: “You can try it!”

“Just give it a try!”

"You Thai traitors will definitely go to hell!"

"You are the ones who are traitors to Buddhism. You don't even recognize the reincarnation of Gotama Buddha!"

Dozens of monks from the two gangs started quarreling like shrews.

Only Somdej Paramahathiratjan and Luangta looked at each other and saw determination in each other's eyes.

Both of them knew one thing.

After this incident.

Perhaps there will be a major reshuffle of Buddhist forces in Thailand.

Who wins and who loses will depend on the outcome of the final fight.

…

It was probably around four in the evening.

Hundreds of monks arrived at Bangkok Airport.

The status of monks in Thailand is very high, even the king has to show them respect.

When many tourists and Thai local passengers saw so many monks coming, they all started whispering.

"What's going on?"

“So many monks coming to the airport?”

"Oh my god, both Longda and Longtuo, two famous monks, are here."

"Something big must have happened!"

The passengers pointed and talked.

Many people stood there and watched as there was still a little time before boarding, wanting to know what was going on.

Because I don’t know how long I have to wait.

Many tourists are really afraid that they will not be able to see the ending.

Fortunately, they didn't have to wait too long.

The group of monks suddenly became agitated.

“Gotama Buddha is coming!”

"Everyone follow me to welcome the Buddha!"

A group of monks looked excited.

In particular, Master Longda quickly urged the young monk pushing the wheelchair to go ahead.

Hundreds of monks came to the airport entrance in a mighty procession.

At this time, three or four young men appeared in front.

Except one of them looked like a Thai.

The other two men and one woman all looked like Chinese youths.

The passengers thought they were seeing things.

After all, the relationship between Thai Buddhism and China is not very close.

I have to say there is a connection.

It's nothing more than the major Buddhist temples wanting to make money from Chinese tourists.

But at this moment, something happened that shocked many passengers.

Hundreds of monks knelt down one by one when they were still dozens of meters away from the young men and women.

Even the 109-year-old monk Longda, who was as disabled as a mummy, was supported by others and knelt on the ground.

Immediately, bursts of loud cheers rang out.

“Welcome Gautama Buddha!”

“Welcome Gautama Buddha!”

“Welcome Gautama Buddha!”

The sound was so loud that it almost echoed throughout the entire reception room!

ah?

Welcome Sakyamuni Buddha?

Many people thought they had heard it wrong.

After all, Sakyamuni Buddha passed away in 485 BC.

However, the cries of "Welcome Gautama Buddha" continued one after another.

Hundreds of monks also prostrated themselves reverently.

The passengers then realized that they had not heard wrong!

Even though I can't figure out what's going on.

However, thousands of passengers present still looked at the four young men curiously.

I want to know who is the "Buddha Shakyamuni" that the monks are talking about.

Many people speculated that it was the Thai youth.

Because this is Thailand.

But the next scene surprised everyone.

A young Chinese man in ordinary clothes walked up slowly and said, "No need to be polite, great monks."

Then, whether it was the famous monks such as Longda and Longtuo, or the hundreds of other ordinary monks, they all stood up and shouted "Thank you, Gautama Buddha".

Wha…what?

The "Buddha Shakyamuni" mentioned by these Thai monks is actually a Chinese man?

Thousands of passengers' eyes almost popped out of their heads.

Perhaps because they were too surprised, the passengers did not notice that the Chinese youth was speaking "Chinese Mandarin", but they all understood him.

Everyone is confused.

How come Thai monks would regard this ordinary-looking young Chinese man as Buddha?

The next moment, they understood!

The Chinese man walked slowly to the mummy-like Longda monk and said with a smile: "Longda monk, you are old and have difficulty moving. Since you believe in me, I will grant you vitality!"

After saying this, in front of the astonished gazes of many passengers and monks, the Chinese man burst into a dazzling golden light all over his body.

Then, a golden light enveloped the mummy-like Longda monk.

A shocking scene was born.

The monk Longda actually became "plump" from being skinny at a speed visible to the naked eye!

Monk Longda didn't seem to have expected this either.

He shouted in shock, "Godama Buddha, I... I can actually move!"

He was so excited that he knelt down quickly and thanked the Chinese youth madly.

What the hell?

A ray of golden light restored the ability to move to the 109-year-old monk Longda, who was like a living dead?

Everyone was stunned by the Chinese youth’s magical power!