The seventieth round: Xuan Ce bids farewell to the king of the day and returns to the Tang Dynasty to gather again (I)
With the loud voice of the ceremonial officer. I saw that the believers of the ten directions, under the leadership of Master Jiexian, followed by the kings of the countries, as well as Wang Xuance and others, walked in front of the king of the precepts in coarse cloth one by one and accepted his almsgiving.
In this process, everyone who received the treasure also sincerely saluted the kindness of the king and the Buddha, and the king of the sun also smiled generously in return.
In just half a day, this almsgiving session was completed. Therefore, the king of the precepts, in front of the gate of this debate temple, sincerely saluted the Buddha of the Ten Directions, and sang loudly and happily: "Since this king got the treasure, he has often been afraid of not entering the strong treasure, but now he is rich in the people, and it can really be stored in the blessed field, which can be said to be in the Tibet." May I always have all the treasures in my life and give to all sentient beings, so that I can attain the perfection of the ten kinds of freedom and blessings and wisdom. ”
Hearing this, the kings of more than 40 countries were touched by his sincerity. Therefore, according to the usual practice, they took out a lot of money and goods, redeemed all the royal clothes, crowns, jewelry, etc., that the king of the ring gave out, and offered them to the king of the ring of the sun.
The king of the sun returned once again with a full load, and the treasury was once again full. After this almsgiving, Wang Xuance, Zhou Zeng, Chen Maocai and others also obtained a piece of gold, a jade pendant, a pair of gold earrings and various belongings in accordance with the due etiquette.
At this point, the Uncovered Conference is officially over!
In this unprecedented debate, Master Xuanzang had a glimpse of all the mountains. After this uncovered conference, Master Xuanzang was not only affectionately called Tang Sanzang by everyone because he was proficient in "The Great Sutra Collection", "The Great Law Collection" and "The Great Treatise Collection"; It is also known as the Mahayana Heaven, Mahayana Heaven; It is honored by Theravada Buddhism, Hinayana Heaven.
The day of the end of the Uncovered Conference was also the time when Wang Xuance and others were ready to say goodbye and return to the Tang Dynasty.
This parting court meeting was quite grand. I saw that the people of the Tang Dynasty were dressed in official uniforms of light crimson, dark green, light green, dark blue, light blue and other colors, and under the leadership of Wang Xuance, Zhou Zeng, and Chen Maocai, they came to the Privy Hall of the main hall of the palace of the king of Holisha.
And the king of the ring also bid farewell to this guest from afar with a grand ceremony. This foil is not only the old king of Sangji, the queen of Raga Sri of the other country, the king of Kumora of the country of Kamobo, as well as the minister of state Alona Shun and many ministers, but also the Tang Dynasty monk Master Xuanzang.
On the one hand, this farewell meeting was carried out in this joyful, peaceful, and friendly atmosphere, and on the other hand, several friendly agreements were reached. For example, these two countries exchange envoys, trade with each other, mutual benefit and friendship, and so on.
As a result, this Tangbo Road officially extended from the country of Tubo to Niboro, and then extended to all parts of the five Tianzhu. And this is also the southern route of the Silk Road, which influenced the cultural exchange between the East and the West.
This winding and rugged official passage, in the era of underdeveloped transportation, walked through the vast snowy plateau, crossed the majestic roof of the world, came to the endless flow of the Jiangjia River Plain, and extended to the famous royal cities and busy city-states in Wutianzhu. With more than 1,300 years of vicissitudes, it carries the blood and affection between China and India, two ancient civilizations.
Therefore, the king of the precept of the sun, on the national letter presented by Wang Xuance, wrote in Sanskrit himself, such words: I, the country of Holisha, on behalf of the tribes of the Five Heavenly Zhu, am willing to conclude an alliance with His Majesty the Heavenly Khan of the Tang Dynasty, exchange envoys, peaceful coexistence, mutual benefit and win-win results. The envoys and businessmen of the Tang Kingdom that I went to in the five days of Zhu hope that your country will protect them and ensure their safety. The envoys and merchants of the Tang Kingdom personally sent me to the Five Heavenly Pillars, and I am the same. The king of the kingdom of Holysha, Corpse Diedo.
But after he finished writing, when the ink was dry, he was stamped with the seal he carried. personally stepped down from the throne and handed over the national letter to Wang Xuance. Wang Xuance was also quite moved when he received this letter of state, and gave a deep salute to express his gratitude. And Master Xuanzang was not only excited about Wang Xuance, but also for the Tang Dynasty and Tianzhu to form friendly neighbors.
With the official end of state affairs. The king of the ring still entertained everyone with a grand banquet. The state banquet was still held in a peaceful and dignified atmosphere; At this state banquet, not only everyone chatted happily and was very gratified, but also drank and ate happily.
After the end of this uncovered conference, Master Xuanzang was originally ready to follow Wang Xuance's footsteps and return to the Tang Dynasty that he had missed for a long time. However, because of the five Tianzhu at that time, there were still some Buddhists who distorted the doctrine and still went their own way. Therefore, the king of the ring and the king of Kumoro, under the repeated graciously retained, could only promise them again, preach the scriptures and teachings in Wutianzhu for two years, and return to the Tang Dynasty after two years.
Two days later, at the pavilion five miles outside the city, a few weeping willows danced in the wind, seemingly telling countless parting feelings. I saw Wang Xuance with the members of the Tang Dynasty Mission, and the cultural relics and ministers led by the King of the Ring and Master Xuanzang said goodbye. Although it was only a few months together, the communication between the two sides felt infinite sincerity, infinite relaxation, and infinite joy. Reunions are always short-lived, but parting is sad. So everyone was reluctant to say goodbye.
I saw that Wang Xuance and his entourage of fifteen people, along the Tang Fan Road that had been opened, rode horses and whips, and ran in the direction of Datang. Although everywhere he went, there were many local officials and kings to keep them; However, after explaining the homecoming, after some simple supplementary recuperation, he still began to return home happily. In just over a month, the group successfully arrived in Tibet. This is not only the hometown of Dunzhu and Kampot, but also the home of Princess Wencheng and Songtsen Gampo.
Along the way, I should really thank this Kampot and Dundrup. Without the two of them, the road to Wutianzhu would not only be a language barrier, but also a "rugged" and "difficult" road.
After another month of climbing snowy mountains and crossing meadows, the group finally came to this city.
Hearing that Wang Xuance and others completed the mission of this envoy, the Potala Palace was also decorated with lights, singing and dancing to welcome their return. After some greetings, I heard that a banquet was going to be held for them. Zhou Zeng, who couldn't bear it anymore, said naughtily in front of Princess Wencheng and Songtsan Gampo: "Princess Qiyu and Zanbu, you have also set up a banquet to entertain me, I will ask for a little bit, get me more meat, I will die of hunger!" ”
One sentence made everyone laugh. After seeing Songtsen Gampo and Princess Wencheng look at each other and smile, Princess Wencheng said to them with a smile: "Zanbu and I have expected this for a long time, so this banquet, there is only meat and wine, so that you can eat enough and satisfy your hunger." ”
"Princess Xie, Xie Zanbu" The members of the Tang Dynasty delegation invariably said this word of thanks......
Trivia: Before the Tang Dynasty, the exchanges between China and India were all through the Western Regions, across the country, to the five Indias; Since Wang Xuance sent an envoy to the five Indias, this Tang Fandao has traveled to Nibra and the five parts of India through the eyes of Tibet...... The trade between the two countries is flourishing day by day. And this route is also the southern route of the Silk Road......
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