Red Mansions: My Book is Cool

Lin Mingan began to follow Lin Qing, and learned the Four Books, which of course are relatively easy-to-understand classics.First, he taught "The Analects of Confucius" and explained the meaning of the article.In terms of content, the Four Books are not difficult, even if you memorize them all, it doesn't take much trouble.The difficulty of the imperial examination lies in these scriptures and various classic questions and arguments.But the current Lin Ming'an obviously doesn't need to take these things into consideration, and the progress of learning is very fast.While Lin Qing marveled at his son's extraordinary talent, at the same time he thought that he couldn't overwhelm him, so he slowed down his progress and set aside time for Lin Mingan to practice calligraphy, play and maintain a healthy body.

The Xuanmiao Temple is not far from the Lin family, and Lin Ming'an often goes there in the name of offering incense, accompanied by Madam Du or Qian Jixiang.It didn't take long to get acquainted with the Taoists.He listened with great interest to the lectures of the Taoists. He always felt that the contention of a hundred schools of thought during the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods was one of the most brilliant and open eras of Chinese culture, and the Taoist theories were very profound and exquisite.Although he was interested in these things in his previous life, the responsibilities he had to bear and the burden of his family left him with little time and energy to delve into them.The pace of life is too fast, and many interests will naturally fade away.Unexpectedly, in a different world, there is fate to pick up again.There is another important reason, which is to find a plausible reason for the future proficiency in the art of investigating things. It’s okay for immortals to entrust their dreams and coax their own father, but it’s always a bit inappropriate to tell outsiders. Will make a taboo.

Seeing that Lin Mingan was handsome and cute, the Taoist priests were also willing to chat with him.Unexpectedly, I found that the child was quite spiritual, and I became interested and curious, and explained some Taoist classics to him.While studying, Lin Mingan lamented that Taoism in later generations was far less prosperous than Buddhism, and it really made sense. You are so sunny and snowy, but you are not as vulgar and elegant as Buddhism, and you are good at preaching. There are many well-known Buddhist scriptures and stories spread among the people.Even illiterate women and children are familiar with the sound.Unlike Taoism, those who are uneducated do not understand the interpretation of Taoism at all.But in this ancient society, how many people are literate?When it comes to the mass base, Taoism is doomed to lose!

The Xuanmiao Temple is also famous in Gusu, and the incense is also strong, but the attitude of the Taoist priests in the temple is also calm and polite, far less than the monks' hospitality to the pilgrims.Lin Mingan was worried about them, so he had to learn how to market, and he might as well treat it as a business!You are Taoists, you are not cultivating immortals, you are still living in the world of mortals, and what you have forged is also a relationship in the world!

Pretending to be an innocent child, since this body is less than six years old anyway, Lin Mingan asked directly: "Master Daoist, why don't you have vulgar teachings in the temple? My mother often comes to the temple to offer incense, but only I know Daoist Sanqing. I only know many stories of Taoism after listening to me. She can’t understand the Taoist scriptures in your temple! But there are many vulgar stories in the temple, which are said and sung, even Madam Du They all watched it with gusto, and always think about going there! Not only in the temple, but also in the 'changing scene', my father took me to see it."

The Taoist priest who was talking to him was at a loss for words, not knowing how to answer.Taoism is indeed not as flexible and active as Buddhism, which is why the latecomers of Buddhism are ahead.Although most of those who practice Taoism are talented and knowledgeable, among the people, they are not as popular as Buddhism.

Qinghe Zhenren, the abbot of Xuanmiao Temple, was deeply surprised when he heard their conversation. With a thought, he asked with a smile, "What do you think the little believer should do?"

Lin Mingan blinked his eyes, his eyes were clear: "Monks can do it, so can Taoist priests! Taoist priests can all read and understand scriptures. If it is common sense, they must be better than monks, right?"

Daoist Qinghe sighed softly, he didn't know this truth, but the customs of Taoism regard cultivation as the highest purpose, and they don't cater to the believers.Everyone is used to this kind of high-cold and free-spirited attitude, and it is difficult to change it all at once.

"Real man," Lin Mingan gave him an idea: "I saw a lot of books in bookstores, and they were selling very well. Even my father bought them quietly to read. I heard the elders say that Yuanshi Tianzun is Pangu, who created the world, created all things. Then he must have taken in many disciples, each with many wonderful stories. There are also saints such as Taishang Laojun and Lingbao Tianzun. If these are written in a storybook, many people must rush to read them. "

"That's right!" Master Qinghe's eyes lit up, his words made sense!The foundation of Taoism is deep, and there are countless immortals in legends. How many wonderful stories can be constructed! How can the divine way righteousness used to promote Taoism be worse than Buddhism?As for the scriptures, friends of the world, literati and ink scholars, are there still fewer?If not, it would be enough to hire some down-and-out scholars to write it!These people did not rank well in the imperial examinations, but in fact they still had literary talents, such as the "Liu Sanbian" in the previous dynasty.Really write a good book, it can be sold in the name of Taoism, and it can also act for theatrical troupes.Well, what a great idea!

He looked at Lin Ming'an with satisfaction, this kid actually talked about the Taoist scriptures, which is quite insightful.Compared with the disciples of Guanzhong who only focus on cultivating the Tao, their minds are more flexible and clear, which is indeed a talent that can be created.Well, there is also a pair of excellent looks. Standing there, one feels refreshed and forgets the world.If she waits until she grows up and wears Taoist robes, feather clothes, fairy appearance, and strange bones, she will definitely be able to control the situation!

"Although the little good believer is young, he is very knowledgeable!" When he saw Lin Qing, Qinghe Zhenren praised Lin Mingan full of praise, and said that Lin Mingan was born with spirituality and had a destiny with Taoism.

Lin Qing suddenly thought of the dream that Lin Mingan had told him about during his illness, and wondered to himself, could it be that An Ge'er was really a fairy in the sky in his previous life?But no matter what, he is his own son in this life. Seeing Qinghe Zhenren's attitude of "wisdom and wisdom", he was shocked, and quickly and euphemistically stated that An Ge'er is his only son, and he naturally wants his son to step into his father's career. , who is studying for the imperial examination, his wife has high hopes for him, so he must not become a monk to practice Taoism and so on.

Qinghe Zhenren also knew that his thoughts were hopeless, and felt a little regretful in his heart.Alas, if Lin Mingan is not the only son, then he can still try to convince him, such a good cultivator! He can only let it go, but he also said that if Lin Mingan believes in Taoism in the future, he is willing to accept him as a disciple and teach him morality.

Lin Qing readily agreed to this request.In the Jiangnan area, the culture is prosperous, and there are still many celebrities and scholars who believe in Taoism.As the abbot of Xuanmiao Temple, Qinghe Zhenren is highly respected and has a certain reputation among scholars.An Ge'er is valued by him, and it will be good for his friendship and future in the future.As long as you don't go out, what's the point of being a layman? It's amazing to go to the Taoist temple twice in your free time, just to spend some time!

Qinghe real person is very active, and soon, several books about Pangu opening up the sky appeared on the market, which aroused the people's strong interest.Lin Mingan kindly contributed some ideas of Hong Huang's novels that he had seen before: Three Thousand Gods and Demons, Chaos, and Luo Hu's ambiguity, which made Qinghe Taoists and writers burst out with great enthusiasm for creation, combined with profound research on Taoist scriptures , The work written is very wonderful.The Taoist priests felt more and more that Lin Mingan was destined for Taoism, at least he was also a person with great spirituality. Otherwise, how could a child have such a magnificent imagination?

time flies.In the blink of an eye, Lin Mingan has been in this world for more than three years, and he has passed his sixth birthday.Lin Qing is preparing to arrange for him to enroll, and he must carefully choose a good school.Because An Ge'er was enlightened early, compared with his peers, his knowledge has surpassed by a large margin. This is the result of his deliberate suppression for fear that his wisdom will hurt him.

But Lin Qing was busy for nothing!Lin Mingan did not go to any school in Gusu.