Chapter 9: The Five Saints Appear in the Sky! What about me?
His primordial purple energy is quite disappointing, as it is completely empty. It is akin to Hongjun believing that everything he imparts is flawless, perhaps there are shortcomings as well. Let us see if others can also complement the deficiencies of the heavenly path.
A colossal golden light of profound merit descended from the depths of the unknown
Unknown
The pitfall is that the exam paper for Hongyun is blank! Indeed, the questions must be created by Hongyun himself, which means he has to formulate the questions and provide the answers, and then he must also satisfy Hongjun / the Heavenly Dao
To be able to collaborate with him in creating the red cloud of the Golden Elixir Path is, at this moment, a true confidant in Laozi's eyes. Although our principles may differ, he remains a true confidant nonetheless
"Taoist friend Taiqing." Hongyun and Zhenyuanci also returned the greeting in kind
The way of heaven suggests that denial is akin to someone already possessing the topic, so do not dwell on it
Profoundly mysterious, Laozi, who had ascended to the status of a sage, opened his eyes and revealed a hint of joy, especially upon seeing the merits drifting towards the red clouds, which made him smile.
Heaven's way is supreme. Today, I am inspired by the teachings of heaven and earth. In the western lands, the Daoists of Jieyin and Zhunti use the twelve grades of merit and virtue golden lotus to suppress the flow of fortune. I wish to establish the 'Western Teachings' in the western lands, so that all people of the West may enter my Western Teachings for cultivation
Friend Hongyun, in the future, you and I should engage in discussions more often
In an instant, Yuan Shi and Tong Tian, far away in the Kunlun Mountains, comprehended the profound mysteries of the primordial purple energy under Laozi's reminder, and immediately pledged their oath to the Dao of Heaven.
Looking at his father, who was still cheerful despite having only received a small portion of the merit, Hong Yun revealed a smile
Hehe, in that case, Hongyun will not be polite, esteemed Daoist.
Salutations to the Most Pure Sage
In the future, there will surely be many discussions between Kunlun Mountain and the sages
Suddenly, countless powerful beings from all corners of the world brought back the human race, who eagerly listened to what was being conveyed, their faces filled with joy as they closed their eyes to listen to the great Dao
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At present, the spiritual energy in the primordial world is still abundant, thus the number of individuals among the human race who can cultivate accounts for nearly 80 to 90 percent.
Only then did the Supreme Laozi of Ta Qing appear with neither sorrow nor joy on his face, atop his head a splendid pagoda of the universe, and beneath his feet the primordial treasure of the Taiji diagram. Gazing up at the heavenly way, he spoke in a deep voice: "The heavenly way is above; I am the Supreme Laozi of the Three Purities. Today, having comprehended the Great Dao, I shall enlighten humanity, using the Taiji diagram as the treasure to suppress the fortunes, establishing 'Human Teaching'!"
After Red Cloud formulated a plan in his heart, he secretly signaled Zhen Yuanzi to select individuals from the human race who possessed good character and aptitude to potentially become disciples in the future
The path is the same for all, yet each person is different from one another
It is akin to a process of physical refinement; you perceive it in one way, while he perceives it in another.
You and I are both guests of the Purple Clouds, and thus should regard each other as fellow practitioners of the Dao
Golden lotuses surged upon the earth, and for a moment, it seemed as if the entire will of the primordial world was joyfully celebrating
The Land of Humanity's Ancestors! Indeed, Mount Buzhou is merely the birthplace of the human race, but the Red Cloud is the appointed progenitor of humanity (the Holy Father), who brought the largest number of humans to settle in the Fire Cloud Cave
The two individuals from the West also established the 'Western Teachings' along with the forty-eight great vows, ultimately achieving sanctity.
The powerful beings of the heavens all turned their gazes towards the place where the red cloud was located, especially the Northern Sea, where the Kunpeng glared fiercely at the sky, its anger resonating throughout the region
Hong Yun looked on with envy, as I have comprehended the primordial purple energy of the Hongmeng and attained sanctity, I directly reminded my two brothers
The Three Purities established the "Human Teaching", the Primordial established the "Expounding Teaching", and Tongtian established the "Intercepting Teaching" to attain sanctity
The sermon of the sage is profound and extraordinary, with celestial flowers cascading down, countless golden lotuses emerging, fragrant aromas wafting through the air, and enchanting melodies resonating.
In a state of profound and enigmatic perception, Laozi of the Supreme Purity suddenly attained an understanding of the unity between heaven and humanity
In response to Laozi's request, Hongyun thought of the temptation of his primordial purple energy, took a deep breath, and with a smile said: "It is indeed a blessing for the human race that you have come, my friend."
Eighty-one days after this sermon, the primordial purple energy of the Supreme Pure Laozi's original spirit finally radiated boundless brilliance
Countless beings, moved by their feelings, kneel down in gratitude to the Sage Laozi of Ta Qing for his benevolence and grace
In an instant, the sound of the Dao rose gently, and the celestial sounds of the sacred chants swept across the vast expanse of the primordial earth
In an instant, after the merits filled the sky, under the boundless golden light of merit, the virtues within Laozi's primordial spirit merged, and immediately radiated a sacred brilliance, continuously enhancing the Daoist cultivation.
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The two figures, Xumi Mountain and the guiding and preparatory deities, gazed at the sky filled with merits, their faces marked by suffering and hardship
The colorful threads of the rainbow, the glow of the dawn illuminates endlessly
Hong Yun looked weakly at Zhen Yuanzi, his eyes filled with a sense of helplessness as if he had lost all desire for life
People's Education! Stand!
All things have a sense of feeling, and they all sensed the sanctification of Laozi, prompting countless beings to worship in the direction of the sage
A deep voice echoed in the pristine Kunlun Mountains and reached Tongtian's ears
Only then did I see Laozi's profound eyes, which contained multitudes, gazing at the sky, and suddenly he exclaimed: "If one does not awaken at this moment, when else will one wait to do so"
It is evident that the current Laozi regards Hongyun as a kindred spirit, even setting aside his identity as a sage
The Hongmeng Purple Qi is akin to an examination paper. Hongjun issued a paper with questions to the Three Pure Ones, Nuwa, and the two from the West. As long as they answer satisfactorily, they will be able to receive certification from the Dao of Heaven and attain sanctity.
After all, the Three Pure Ones are one, and Laozi has established his teachings under the Heavenly Dao, achieving enlightenment in a clear and upright manner. The Original and the One Who Reaches Heaven also come to realization in an instant through the path laid out by Laozi
The Three Purities have attained sanctity
The red cloud lets out a long sigh towards the sky, seemingly crying without tears. The Three Pure Ones and the Two Saints of the West must be aware that Hongjun has likely prepared the case in the Heavenly Dao long ago, just waiting for them to establish their teachings and attain sainthood.
More importantly, the six disciples of Daozu Hongjun have attained sainthood, while only the one who received the Hongmeng purple energy, Hongyun, has not yet achieved sainthood and was not accepted as a disciple by Daozu
After countless years, the Great Master Laozi of the human race has suddenly attained a profound understanding in recent days
Heaven's way is supreme, I am the Jade Pure Primordial of the Three Purities. Today, having comprehended the Great Way, I use the Pangu Banner to suppress the flow of fortune, establishing the 'Teaching' to elucidate the principles of heaven and earth for all living beings in the world, enlightening them on the truths of heaven and earth
The teachings of Taiji Laozi convey the path of the supreme non-action, while Hongyun emphasizes the path of prominence in a world of great contention, where striving for supremacy comes first
The merits of one person are sufficient to attain sanctity, while the merits of two persons are insufficient to achieve the same
It is akin to having one's own family; this can only be achieved through the shared lineage of the Three Pure Ones, otherwise it would be fundamentally unfeasible
Ha ha
The beings of the vast primordial land were all astonished as they gazed upon today, for both the Three Pure Ones and the two from the West were about to attain sainthood
When I become a Buddha, all beings in the ten directions of the world will be born in my realm, each possessing a body of the color of true gold, adorned with the thirty-two marks of a great man
I am Laozi of the Taqing of the Three Purities. Having traveled among the human race for ten thousand years, I have observed their frailty. Therefore, I impart the Taqing Golden Elixir Immortal Path. Those of you who are destined may come to listen to the teachings
In the distant land of the far west, the voice of the great aspiration suddenly echoed through heaven and earth
And Hongyun stared wide-eyed; he had also considered establishing a religion, be it the Human Teaching, the Expounding Teaching, or the Intercepting Teaching. If all else failed, the Western Teaching would suffice. However, the Heavenly Dao showed no response at all, and the primordial purple energy lay there like a dead dog
The primordial energy within the Yuan Shen pulsated with purple aura, as Laozi, standing atop the solitary mountain, excitedly waved his sleeve with a beaming face
What a disappointment
Thank you, fellow cultivator
Fellow cultivator
If I attain the supreme enlightenment and achieve perfect awakening, the Buddha lands I speak of will be endowed with countless inconceivable virtues and adornments
The sky suddenly reveals a purple aura coming from the east for thirty thousand miles! Countless spiritual energies coalesce into golden flowers, falling upon every corner of the primordial world
For instance, the courses taught by Teacher Hongjun include the Way of Creation understood by Nuwa, the Three Pure Ones representing Non-action, Following Heaven, and Seizing a Thread, while the Two Saints of the West comprehend the salvation of the world
Heaven and Earth (the Way of Heaven) recognize that the area surrounding the Fire Cloud Cave is the true ancestral land of the human race
The Dao that can be told is not the eternal Dao. The name that can be named is not the eternal name. The nameless is the beginning of heaven and earth; the named is the mother of all things
Today, this seat of the Avalokiteshvara has established the forty-eight great vows of the heavenly path, achieving sanctity on the spot
Laozi, stroking his white beard and smiling, looked at the red clouds and nodded. In his heart, since he could obtain the primordial purple energy from his teacher, becoming a sage was only a matter of time.
The Great Sage Laozi once again transformed into an ordinary elder of the human race, leisurely blending into the human community and beginning a cycle of returning to a simple life among the humans
Although the teachings of the Golden Elixir Path by Hongyun and Laozi are the same, the understanding attained by the human race reflects two entirely different realms of meaning
In the presence of the benevolent Hongyun, Laozi of Taqing felt a surge of comfort and nodded in satisfaction, realizing that Hongyun was still the same Hongyun as before; a truly good person.
The celestial sounds drift gently, with countless immortal flowers blooming.
Damn it
The expression on the face of the Supreme Laozu, who had descended upon the Red Cloud Cave, was one of excitement, yet there was also a hint of embarrassment. He gazed at the Red Cloud and sighed, saying: "Friend, I have recently comprehended a trace of profundity; it seems that the human race possesses the opportunity for enlightenment. I have come to earnestly request whether you could allow me to comprehend the supreme Dao in the land of the ancestors of humanity"
The human race in the Fire Cloud Cave was initially astonished, wondering how it resembled the Golden Core Dao as taught by the Holy Father, but soon countless members of the human race became entranced and captivated.
In an instant, two majestic forces from the West swept across the vast wilderness.
In the next moment, the sky above suddenly tore apart.
The Great Purity Laozi emanates a sacred majesty, imparting his own way to all humanity in the primordial chaos
The Ta Qing Laozi on the solitary mountain sits gracefully on the white jade golden bridge, his voice carrying the essence of the Dao, which instantly resonates in the ears of all the human race
Immediately above, a magnificent tower of heaven and earth, intricately designed, slowly hovered overhead, pouring down an endless stream of primordial energy in dark yellow, along with boundless golden light, enveloping Laozi even further.
The Way of Heaven is supreme, and I am the Supreme Pure of the Three Purities, transcending all. Today, I have comprehended the boundless Way of Heaven, encompassing all things! I shall seize a thread of life from the myriad beings of heaven and earth, understand the universe, establish the 'Cutting Teaching', and elucidate the Way of Heaven and Earth for all living beings, clarifying the principles of heaven and earth.
At that moment, a white cloud descended, and one could see the Grand Master Ta Qing gazing at the red cloud with a beaming smile.
As the voice of the guiding and enlightening master spread across the vast land, a multitude of merits descended from the heavens.
When I become a Buddha, all sentient beings who are born in my realm will be able to perceive clearly the countless eons of their past lives, the good and evil they have committed, and will be able to see through and hear thoroughly the matters of the ten directions, whether they are going, coming, or present. They will not be able to fulfill their wishes or attain enlightenment.
The Daoist ancestor Hongjun of the Purple Cloud Palace accepted six disciples, bestowing upon them seven strands of primordial purple energy. Nuwa, the Three Pure Ones, and the Western figures of Zhunti and Jieyin were among them. The six attained sainthood, leaving only Hongyun remaining.
Hongjun (Heavenly Dao) is eager to see if he can create new variations, making the primordial world more complete.
Red Cloud, fellow Daoist
In order to attain sanctity, he finally communicated with the Dao of Heaven through the primordial purple energy, having tried the teachings of the Human School, the Expounding School, the Intercepting School, and even the Western teachings.
The innate treasure of the Taiji diagram gradually unfolds, with a white jade golden bridge spanning across the diagram, from which an infinite flow of chaotic energy descends, capable of stabilizing earth, water, wind, and fire, evolving the primordial universe.