However, there is such a hermit on the Zhong Nanshan in China. He lived in seclusion in the mountains for 30 years, and spent his daily practice time in a small business. Because of his long-term seclusion, he was also called "the first hermit in Zhong Nanshan". So what happened behind the first hermit?
As a religion rising from China, Taoism has a history of thousands of years. Although in modern society, there are not as many people who believe in Taoism as Buddhism, in fact, the emergence of Taoist culture is also of great significance to the development of our own culture. Different from other religions, Taoism advocates conforming to the development trend of nature. Under the guidance of this idea, many hermits have appeared in Taoism.
In ancient society, many people chose to live in seclusion in the mountains in order to escape secular disputes. Such people were called hermits. Although in the eyes of ordinary people, as long as they live in the mountains and don't communicate with the outside world, they can be called hermits, but in fact, in Taoist thought, hermits need great wisdom and extraordinary talents. For them, whether they live in seclusion in the mountains or in the secular world, they can live a good life by their own abilities.
There were many Taoists in ancient China. Under the influence of Taoist culture, many hermits naturally appeared in our society. In the development of ancient society, due to the influence of special economic system, the number of hermits in society is also very large. In modern society, with the gradual decline of small-scale peasant economy, the number of hermits is also decreasing. But so far, there are still about 5,000 hermits in Zhong Nanshan.
Starting from Xi city, cross the meridian valley and turn a corner, you can see the rolling mountains. Seen from a distance, in the clouds, it is hazy, and this is Zhong Nanshan, where hermits live in seclusion. "If you are rich, you can help the world, but if you are poor, you can be immune to it." This Zhongnan Mountain is the last sacred place that literati stick to. Throughout the ages, I don't know how many people live in seclusion here. People familiar with it are Jiang Ziya, Sun Simiao and Wang Zhongyang.
Today, there are still many people living in seclusion in this holy land. Whether it is a big cow in academia or a newly graduated student; China people, foreigners. Many people came here, and among many hermits, one was also called "the first hermit in Zhong Nanshan". It can be said that he has also become the envy of many hermits, and the name of this "first hermit in Zhong Nanshan" is Ambassador Danhou.
Like many hermits, Master Hou is also a disciple of Taoism. When he was very young, he chose to live in seclusion in Zhong Nanshan. In the process of life, he works at sunrise and rests at sunset every day, and has a very detailed reading and understanding of the Tao Te Ching. After deciding to settle in Zhong Nanshan, Master Hou severed all ties with the secular world of mortals. For him, external fame and fortune has never been the real goal of his life. In his view, as long as you can really be abstinent, you can sublimate your life.
It can be said that people who are extremely peaceful in heart and can calm down and practice are very rare in modern society. In the process of daily life, Master Danhou spends all his time meditating and practicing besides eating and sleeping. Master Hou once said that the reason why his heart is so peaceful is also because of meditation. In this way, under the guidance of Taoist thought, Master Hou gradually forgot the passage of time. It can be said that in his view, the most important thing in life is to practice Taoist thought.
Although the duke lived a very stable secluded life, he was also a man divorced from the secular world. Therefore, in the later days, Master Hou's parents also came to Zhong Nanshan to find the whereabouts of their son. However, since Master Danhou went up the mountain in his twenties, it has been more than 30 years since his parents came to see him, so Master Danhou was not recognized by his parents at this time. Although it is an embarrassing thing to say that relatives meet but don't know each other, in the view of Master Dan Hou, the reason why he is completely far away from the secular world and leads an isolated spiritual life is also based on his reverence for Taoist thought.
In fact, before the Empress Dowager decided to go up the mountain, his family objected. After all, it is cruel for his parents to be isolated from their son. However, in the view of Master Danhou, since he is determined to come to Zhong Nanshan to practice, no one can stop him.
Some people will have some prejudice against the practice of Master Dan after learning about his deeds. After all, in China's traditional thought, filial piety has always occupied a very important position, but the duke's behavior is also against filial piety to a certain extent. But for Master Danhou himself, he thinks that as long as he can stick to his inner beliefs, whatever he does is right. You can say that, but Mr. Hou's decision also taught us that if a person can really stick to his inner thoughts, then he will also achieve certain success.
Seclusion is not only an act of pursuing oneself, but also an act of releasing one's true self. "Picking chrysanthemums under the east fence, you can see Nanshan leisurely." Among mountains, rivers and bamboo forests, there is no comparison between cities. Most people who practice in Zhong Nanshan are "Tao Yuanming". Grow fruits and vegetables on your own land. If you are tired, lie down in the hut and rest; Drink mountain springs when you are thirsty; When you are hungry, eat the fruits and vegetables you give.
There are many such people in Zhong Nanshan. But between coming and going, many people left. Not everyone is suitable for seclusion. Coming here means giving up material comforts, which indicates lonely companionship. So many people come here to live in seclusion, and they will leave this year and next year. There are many people.
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For those hermits who believe in Taoism, Master Hou has become their target. Perhaps in the process of spreading Taoist culture in China society in the future, Master Hou will become an example for many Taoist children. Although Master Hou's seclusion in the mountains was cruel, he had to admit that it was because Master Hou started this seclusion that he was able to contribute to the development of Taoism. In the future development of Taoist culture, I believe Master Danhou will also make more efforts for Taoist culture in China.
With the development and changes of the times, today's society has been full of many different temptations. It can be said that people who can persist in seclusion in today's society should be admired by us. After all, they gave up many living conditions just to stick to their inner pursuit of religious teachings.