Recently, the world People of the Buddhist Circle Li Jie , stepped into Jingdezhen, the holy land of ceramic art. During his visit to the Jingdezhen Ceramic Museum, he was surrounded by enthusiastic guides. This scene was supposed to be a warm picture of cultural exchanges, but it caused great waves on the Internet.
Normally, as the helmsman of the World Buddhist Association, Li Jie enjoys some special care, which is understandable. After all, his position is there. But what is unexpected is that this "Buddhist expert" seems to have a little less "immortal", and a little more worldly flavor that is not consistent with Buddhism.
Netizens exclaimed that Li Jie's image was far from what everyone thought of as "eminent monk and great virtue", and even could not match the simplicity that ordinary monks should have. His high-end clothes are matched with conspicuous Python robe , plus the glittering jewels in front of my chest, I walk like a "modern version" of a wealthy and idle person, It completely subverts people's traditional impression of monks.
"What Buddhism wears robes with dragons? Can Buddhism wear them?"
"Have you accepted the precepts? Why is there not a single ring scar on your head?"
"No ghosts, no gods, no Buddhas!"
"It's getting more and more disorderly, but not pretending. It's getting better and better. Monk Hua controls Buddhism"
Besides, some people compared Li Jie with Shi Yongxin, the abbot of Shaolin Temple, and said that these two people are more like running a business“ good business sense ”Instead of promoting Buddhism. Netizens joke that Shi Yongxin may have to give up three points in front of Li Jie in terms of his arrogance, although it is still unknown who has a more "colorful" life in private.
Take another look at Shi Yongxin. Although he is also a "famous and rich" owner, people always wear the plain monk clothes when they go out. Sometimes there are patches on the clothes. Although he is doubted to be a showman, at least he still looks like a monk on the surface. On the other hand, Li Jie's aura is more like a dignitary coming out of a historical drama, who goes everywhere with a "big guy" demeanor that can't be ignored.
It has to be mentioned that Li Jie really has two skills. He joined Buddhism in 1996, and went abroad to study for an MBA in the United States in a few years. He also holds several positions. Buddhism and business go hand in hand. This ability is compelling.
As for whether the monk is rich, look at Li Jie's clothes. The answer is at home. Today, many Buddhist institutions are no longer simply places of belief dissemination, but more like efficient "profit making institutions". Their ability to attract money is beyond the reach of many enterprises. What's more interesting is that believers are willing to respect them as masters and give generously. This skill is really "superior".
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