Strange Stories From A Chinese Studio.

Summary

Xu Sheng, a man from Yan, encounters the Great Sage Equal To Heaven, Sun Wukong, but remains skeptical of his divinity. After mocking the sage, Sheng suffers severe ailments and, despite his brother's illness, refuses to pray. Eventually, after a dream involving the sage, he learns of his brother's recovery and begins to sincerely worship the sage. With the sage’s blessing, their fortunes improve, and Sheng realizes the power of belief. The tale concludes with a reflection on the nature of faith and how belief can manifest reality, emphasizing the importance of integrity and clarity in one's understanding of the divine.

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