Otherwise, according to everyone's habits, although the first fragrance is good, you don't necessarily want to grab it. After all, in previous years, not so many people went to Hongyan Temple to compete for the first incense. Most of them stayed at home to set off firecrackers, eat dumplings and watch the Spring Festival Gala.
Now that he knew everyone's purpose, Fang Zheng could handle it easily. He clasped his hands together and declared a Buddha's name: "Amitabha, all donors, there is no need to fight over it. In fact, the matter of first incense does not exist at all. Any temple can do it." We won't promote the top fragrance. The so-called top fragrance is just something people have speculated over the years, and it doesn't mean much in itself.
If we must talk about the first incense, we recognize that the first incense is everyone’s first incense in the New Year. This incense will not change just because you are the second, third, or even the last one to burn it. It will always be the first incense. It's your first fragrance.
Being sincere is spiritual, and striving for first place is of little significance. As long as you are sincere, I, the Buddha, will naturally bless you and bless you. "
Hearing this, everyone looked at each other in confusion. Is there such a thing
At this moment, a villager shouted: "Master Fangzheng, right? Master Wuming said that the first incense is very important."
"That's right. Master Wuming said that being able to grab the first incense stick in the new year is a great merit. It will bring you peace and wealth!"
"Master Wuming did say that, just now he was talking about the merits of the first incense."
Hearing this, many people looked at Wu Ming. Wu Ming groaned in his heart. He didn't expect to be betrayed so quickly. Of course he knew what Fang Zheng said was right, because Master Hongyan had said more than once that monks were not allowed to go out to preach about the incense. It's just that Master Hongyan is old and rarely cares about outside affairs. Moreover, it is a custom among the people to rob people. He can't come out to chase people away, so he just lets it go.
Now it doesn't matter what Fangzheng says. After all, they are all members of his own family, and this is the first time he has had a good haircut...
It's just that Wu Ming felt sad and happy at the same time. He was sad to be betrayed and thought about how to deal with the problem. What was happy was that this little monk didn't know how to run a business, and the reason why the first incense was so good was denied by himself. , is it stupid? It's obviously a good thing for a fool to be a competitor.
Wu Ming's mind was spinning fast and he knew he couldn't escape. He took a step forward, clasped his hands together and said, "Amitabha, the poor monk did say that."
As soon as these words came out, everyone present stopped talking and looked at Fang Zheng and Wu Ming. The villagers don't know whether the head incense is good or bad, but Wu Ming and Fang Zheng are both monks, so they should have their own opinions and just see who can win. Whoever wins will listen.
Fang Zheng frowned. Top fragrance is everyone's top fragrance. When did it become the top fragrance that everyone competes with? Isn’t this nonsense that deceives people and deceives people? Feeling unhappy, Fang Zheng clasped his hands and returned the greeting: "May I ask which temple Master practices?"
Wuming raised his head slightly and said with a smile: "The poor monk has been practicing in Hongyan Temple for more than ten years. Master Fangzheng, in terms of seniority, you and I are pretty much the same, but the poor monk started practicing earlier than you, so you still want to call me It’s a senior brother.”
Fang Zheng rolled his eyes inwardly and cursed: "What an old guy, he just opens his mouth to take advantage! Okay, if you want to play, I'll accompany you!"
Then Fang Zheng smiled even brighter and said with a smile: "Does Master Wuming have any position in Hongyan Temple? The poor monk is currently the abbot of Yizhi Temple."
As soon as these words came out, Wu Ming's smile stiffened. He did have some position in Hongyan Temple, but Hongyan Temple was just a small or medium-sized temple... That position was just embarrassing! Although Fangzheng's Yizhi Temple is smaller, he is the abbot in charge! Pull over, that's on the same level as Zen Master Hongyan! In such a comparison, Wu Ming was suddenly a head shorter than Fang Zheng.
Wu Mingpi smiled and said: "Monk, let's not talk about these cumbersome things. Master Fangzheng, the first incense is the most important thing, why do you treat it so lightly when it comes to your mouth? Or should I say, you have already prepared this incense Who can I give it to?"
Fang Zheng finally understood, this Wu Ming was clearly here to cause trouble! Thinking of this, Fang Zheng became unceremonious, straightened his waist and raised his hands! The eyes are shining, blessed by the temple, blessed by Buddhism, the solemnity cultivated by Dragon Buddha and Manjusri, and the righteous temperament is amplified by the moon-white monk's robes at the same time! At that moment, Fang Zheng seemed to have become taller in everyone's eyes, and Buddha's light seemed to be shining on his body, making people feel convinced just by looking at him!
Wu Ming felt this especially clearly. Fangzheng's momentum was all rushing towards him. He had a guilty conscience. Under the pressure, there was cold sweat on his forehead!
Fang Zheng snorted coldly and said, "Master Wu Ming, it's fine if you don't tell me about this. Now that you have said this, I have to ask you a question."
"Please tell me." Wu Ming thought to himself that his talkative skills would definitely overwhelm this little monk who had never seen the world. He was confident!
Fang Zheng said proudly: "Is this how your master taught you about Buddhist leanness?! Do you know that you are guilty of distorting the true meaning of Buddhism?!" Fang Zheng's voice became louder and louder. Later, it was like a Buddha roaring, his eyes widened and his momentum More prosperous!
The majestic momentum was overwhelming, and Wu Ming felt that his legs were weak and his mouth was trembling. He had prepared countless words but couldn't say them out!
Fang Zheng continued: "In front of my Buddha, in front of the Buddhist hall, in the temple, you talk nonsense, distort the facts, distort the true meaning of Buddhism, and deceive the people into competing for the first incense. Do you know your sin!"
The charges are listed one by one, each sentence is louder and more powerful than the other! Wu Ming staggered under the pressure, his legs became weak, and he subconsciously supported Yang Ping beside him.
Yang Ping frowned when he saw this, Wu Ming's reaction said everything, and a look of disgust suddenly flashed in his eyes!
Fang Zheng continued: "The mountain road is narrow, the temple is small, and there is only one Buddhist hall! You let the donors compete for the first incense. What if there is an accident and a stampede occurs? Buddha competes for incense, not human life! Human life is greater than heaven, but you If you turn a deaf ear, what are your intentions?!"
Fang Zheng asked again, Wu Ming's lips trembled, but he couldn't say anything.
When the villagers heard this, they suddenly woke up.
A woman shouted: "This bastard asked me to carry the child forward. If we start robbing him, wouldn't the child be in danger?"
"When I'm old, he still lets me squeeze in, saying that the incense can keep me safe! This kid has no good intentions!"
"I thought he was a mage, but he turned out to be a hungry wolf with white eyes!"
"It's so weird!"
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The public sentiment was heated, and countless people came to accuse him. Wu Ming's face became more and more ugly, but he also knew that he must not back down at this time, otherwise his reputation would be completely ruined! If it were passed back, he would be completely humiliated! The temple abbot must have no share in him!
So Wu Ming resisted the pressure and shouted: "Fang Zheng, don't slander others. Everyone knows the importance of the first incense! Don't you know? What's more, as long as the incense is applied, there is a sequence. You said the first incense is not important. Then who will offer the incense? Or have you arranged for someone to offer the incense? As far as I know, some black-hearted temples secretly sell the incense, hum... "
(End of chapter)