Journey to the West: Starting with Tianpeng, Mistakenly Entering the Yaochi Palace.

Summary

Du Chen, the top scholar, boldly confronts Li Shi Min in the imperial court, challenging the Buddhist sect's influence. He argues that Buddhism is a deceptive system that allows rogues to claim spiritual transformation without genuine moral change. By questioning the sect's core teachings and suggesting they enable criminal behavior, Du Chen exposes the potential corruption within the Buddhist establishment. His provocative statements create tension in the court, with many officials opposing his critique, while Li Shi Min seems intrigued by the underlying implications of his argument.

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