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

Summary

The passage explores a profound philosophical dialogue between Xuanzang and Ru Lai at Lion Camel Ridge, focusing on life, death, and compassion. Xuanzang challenges the Buddha's seemingly indifferent approach to suffering, asserting that beings' lives matter and should not be casually sacrificed. He demonstrates deep empathy by reviving those who were killed, questioning the nature of justice and moral righteousness. The narrative highlights the tension between spiritual detachment and human compassion, with Xuanzang emphasizing that caring deeply about others' suffering is a fundamental virtue, even in the face of cosmic indifference.

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