Speaking of this Buddha's finger bone relics, in the first volume of the dream casting road, I briefly mentioned to you that at that time, this Buddhism had three supreme treasures, and at the opening of each uncovered conference, these three supreme treasures would always be invited to enshrine the Ashoka Pagoda for the followers to pay homage to the glory and good thoughts of the Buddha.

Of course, in this sixth uncovered conference, when Wang Xuance made his first mission to five Indias, Master Xuanzang was also a dazzling star on this uncovered conference. And this Wang Xuance also saved the life of the king of the precepts after observing the Buddha's relics when he went down the tower. Therefore, the memory of these three Buddhist treasures is also fresh.

Of course, during this second mission to the Five Indias, after the defeat of Alonashun, this Buddha tooth relic was given to the Tang Dynasty by Master Jiexian. Since then, he has been brought back to the Tang Dynasty by Wang Xuance, and was enshrined by Li Zhi in the Foguang Temple in the harem.

They also know that this Buddha finger relics have always been enshrined in the palace of the king of this Holisha country, and this Buddha parietal bone relics are enshrined in the Jialan Temple in this tribulation country. Therefore, when they heard that Gaozong Li Zhi and Empress Wu said that they would welcome the Buddha's finger bone relics, the two were quite surprised.

Although Wang Xuance is not a devout Buddhist believer, he has followed Master Xuanzang for so many years, and he also knows that this sacred relic of Buddhism cannot be defiled and told whether it is true or false. Because he knew very well that Master Xuanzang also knew about this, he was slightly stunned and listened to what Master Xuanzang had to say.

But after listening to Master Xuanzang, after hearing this, he was also stunned. Since returning to the Tang Dynasty, I have never heard that this Tang Dynasty still has Buddha finger relics. In the underground palace of this Famen Temple, how can there be such a supreme treasure! Besides, this Buddha refers to the relics that he had seen many times in Tianzhu at that time, so this point in time is not right. Although I have doubts, as a devout Buddhist, how can I miss such a great opportunity for Buddhism and Dharma preaching. So he replied to Li Zhi with a happy face: "Your Majesty and Niangniang can have such a grand wish, it is really a blessing for my Tang Buddhism, although the old monk is old and sick, but in the face of such a prosperous glory, I am also willing to go." ”

Hearing that the mage readily agreed, Gaozong Li Zhi and Empress Mei Niang glanced at each other and smiled happily. I only heard Gaozong Li Zhi take this and say: "This year is coming, and the time for the invitation to be held a year ago is very hasty, and it seems not very sincere. According to the opinion of the lawyer, what time should be more appropriate? ”

"What Your Majesty said is very true, this ceremony to invite the Buddha to the treasure, must not be hasty, must be sincere and respectful, consider in many ways, in order to be auspicious, with the opinion of the old monk, this next year's eighth day of April, it is this bathing Buddha Festival, plus the time to prepare, it is just right, why don't we tentatively hold this invitation in this bathing Buddha Festival, I don't know what Your Majesty and Niangniang's opinion is?" Master Xuanzang, after thinking about it for a while, replied dignifiedly.

Hearing that such a big event was held in this Buddha Bathing Festival, the two also looked at each other and smiled, and there were no different opinions. So he readily agreed to Master Xuanzang's proposal.

At this time, Wang Xuance was sitting at the bottom of the seat, thinking about this thing that made him wonder very much, what was the situation? Why do I also have a Buddha finger relic in Datang......

Looking at the thoughtful Wang Xuance, Gaozong Li Zhi immediately asked: "Wang Changshi, you are also a person who is related to the Buddha, when you first went to the Five Indias, you recommended this Master Xuanzang, this second time to the Five Indias, and brought back such a treasure for our Tang Dynasty, why do you bow your head today, what do you think?" ”

Although there were many questions in his heart, Master Xuanzang did not explain that he as His Majesty's courtier could not express the confusion in his heart, so he smiled and said: "Minister, I was thinking too much just now. Because at the time of these five Indias, I also met Master Xuanzang once this uncovered conference, which was very luxurious, and the king of the day at that time not only offered a lot of gold and silver treasures, but also many kings who believed in Buddhism led by his sister Queen Raja Sri were also devoted to the whole country to support the Buddha; Although the scene is luxurious, but according to Weichen's view, this is not advisable, on the one hand, it has caused the treasury to be empty, and on the other hand, it has cost the people and money, so what Wechen just thought about is how to let us welcome the Buddha's relics, which is both grand and atmospheric, and at the same time simple and simple, not to work the people and lose money. ”

"Alas, Aiqing is too worried, it has been nearly forty years since the founding of our Tang Dynasty, the treasury is full, and the people are rich, how can I not compare to this king of the precepts, there is nothing at all about luxury, doesn't it show my respect for the Buddha?" Li Zhi returned casually.

But seeing this Wu Mei Niang, and hearing Wang Xuance's words, his focus was not on this luxury and grandeur, but on the sister of the king of the ring sun, Queen Laga Sriri. What the? In this Tianzhu, there can still be a female king, in other words, this is a female emperor, and all kinds of questions suddenly shrouded her mind. Although she thought so, she still supported Li Zhi's opinion: "What Your Majesty said is very true, and this Buddha has also blessed Mei Niang with peace many times, so it should be so." ”

Hearing that they were going to hold this event luxuriously, Master Xuanzang was also stunned, but then he continued to advise: "Your Majesty, Niangniang, the Buddha often taught us to do good deeds, to do forgiving things, to kill less, and to see nature clearly, in fact, this concept of luxury and simplicity is consistent. If it is very luxurious, but the people receive very few teachings, it is not a successful assembly, if it is simple, but the people can get a lot of teachings and understanding, no matter how small, it is also immeasurable. Therefore, the old monk also agreed with Wang Changshi's opinion that this event should not pursue luxury, but should pursue simplicity and edification......"

Hearing this, Li Zhi also felt a little ashamed: "What the mage said is very true, but it is still abrupt. In this case, in line with the purpose of educating people's minds and promoting Buddhism, we should follow the advice of the Master in all necessary ways. However, I have one opinion, it must be solemn and generous, and show the atmosphere of our great country. Then the tone of his words changed, and he ordered: "Then please ask Wang Changshi to assist the mage in handling this matter."

"The old monk obeys the order"

"Obey the Order"

With the negotiation of this matter, I saw that after a pause for a while, the Gaozong Li Zhi and the queen Meiniang got up and left the meditation room, and under the congratulations of Master Xuanzang leading Wang Xuance and others, they boarded the car and returned to the Daxing Palace.

Looking at the emperor's chariot that had gone away. Wang Xuance led Zhou Chen and the others, and returned to his Zen monastery with Master Xuanzang again. It looks like there are no outsiders. Wang Xuance couldn't help but ask Master Xuanzang about the doubts in his heart: "Master, how do I feel a little strange about this incident?"

"What's the matter, tell me about it?" The two chatted as they walked.