Calamities in Journey to the West? My heart and form are both void.

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Summary: In this narrative, Xuanzang unexpectedly takes a black bear named Wu Chen as his disciple after a mysterious encounter. Wu Kong, a companion, playfully questions the decision and discusses the bear's past connection to a destroyed Zen temple. The story explores deeper philosophical themes about Buddhist teachings, salvation, and the nature of enlightenment, with Wu Kong challenging Xuanzang's idealistic views about the Buddha and the journey to Western Heaven by presenting a more nuanced perspective on spiritual understanding.

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