Two monks
In the ancient temple in the deep mountains far away from the hustle and bustle, there are two monks, one old and one young. The old monk's name is Huiming, he is very old, but he is in good spirits and has great wisdom; the young monk's name is Huikong, young and lively, and he often has a childish face. Although the two are masters and apprentices, they are more like friends who have forgotten their years, and they are also teasing each other every morning and evening, chanting sutras and worshipping Buddha, adding a bit of fun to life.
On this day, the sun is just right, Monk Huiming is sitting in the meditation hall with his eyes closed to recuperate, but Monk Huikong is idle, practicing stick method in the courtyard. The wooden stick in his hand danced vigorously, but he accidentally knocked down a date in the courtyard, which was impartial and landed on the bald head of Monk Huiming.
Monk Huiming was smashed by a date, and suddenly opened his eyes, and saw that it was Huikong who did it, and couldn't help but shake his head and smile bitterly: "Huikong, Huikong, if you use all your kung fu in cultivation, I'm afraid that you have already become a Buddha." ”
Huikong touched his head and smiled: "Master, I'm not thinking about practicing more to protect the temple." ”
Monk Huiming glared at him: "Protect the temple, I think you want to protect the gluttonous worms in your stomach." This date is not ripe yet, and you will remember it. ”
The two were talking and laughing, when they suddenly heard footsteps outside the door, and a pilgrim came to visit. The pilgrim's surname is Li, he is a wealthy businessman, often comes to the temple to donate incense money, and is quite familiar with the two monks.
As soon as Li Pilgrim entered the door, he saw Huikong pouting his ass and picking up dates on the ground, and couldn't help laughing: "Master Huikong, what are you practicing?"
Hearing this, Huikong straightened up awkwardly, holding a few dates in his hand, and said with a smile: "Master Li, you are here." I'm not practicing, I'm picking up dates for Master. ”
Li Pilgrim shook his head with a smile, walked up to Monk Huiming and said, "Master Huiming, I haven't seen you for many days, don't come unharmed?"
Monk Huiming clasped his hands together and bowed his head slightly: "Master Li, everything is fine." Why are you here today?"
Li Pilgrim sighed: "Don't hide it from the master, I have encountered some trouble in my business recently, and I am upset, so I have come to ask the master for guidance." ”
Monk Huiming smiled slightly: "Master Li, the world is like chess, and the world is unpredictable. It is necessary to know that blessings and misfortunes depend on each other, and gains and losses go hand in hand. Going with the flow is the best policy. ”
Li Pilgrim listened and nodded thoughtfully: "What the master said is very true, I have been taught." ”
After that, he turned his head to look at Huikong again, and quipped, "Little Master Huikong, have you finished picking up this date? Don't fall down and hit the master's head again after a while." ”
When Huikong heard this, his face turned red, and he quickly hid the dates in his hand behind him, and said, "It's done, it's done." I'm going to wash and give it to Master and Master Li to taste. ”
With that, he ran into the kitchen. Li Pilgrim and Monk Huiming looked at each other and smiled, and they both felt that although this Huikong was a little naughty, it was also quite cute.
After a while, Huikong came out with a plate of washed dates and put it on the table. Li Pilgrim picked one up and put it in his mouth, only to feel crisp and sweet, and couldn't help but praise: "Good dates, good dates!"
Huikong smiled proudly: "I picked it myself, of course it's delicious." ”
Monk Huiming shook his head and smiled: "You gluttonous monkey, if it weren't for this date, I'm afraid you wouldn't practice so diligently." ”
The three of them were talking and laughing, but they didn't realize that the sun had set westward. Li pilgrim got up to say goodbye, monk Huiming sent him outside the door, and Huikong stayed in the temple to continue his practice and play.
The days passed like this, and the lives of the two monks were dull but not lacking in fun. And the laughter and dates of that day have also become a good memory in their hearts.
Whenever he thinks of the scene of that day, Monk Huiming always shakes his head and laughs: "This Huikong, what a living treasure." Huikong, on the other hand, scratches his head, smiles, and continues his mischievous play.
Life is uneventful, but it's also delicious. The two monks lived their simple and happy lives in this ancient temple in the deep mountains, breathing with heaven and earth, and rejoicing with all things.
After reading this joke, have you ever thought that the joy of life is often hidden in these seemingly ordinary little things? As long as we feel and discover with our hearts, we can find endless laughter and warmth in it. Laugh and laugh continuously! Ask for likes and attention, laugh together haha!