Buddha is Spiritless (Reflections on Classic Prose by Renowned Writers)

Author: Feng Zikai
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Publish Date: 2005-07-01
Features: Feng Zikai early on embraced Buddhism. The Sketches from Yuanyuan Hall, a collection of essays published in 1931, is one of his works. His essays, with skillful and vivid brushwork, convey a serene and mystical charm, bringing readers a sense of elegance and joy. Written in 1938, The Futility of Buddhism not only explains the Buddhist precepts of refraining from killing and protecting life but also clarifies that the Buddhism in his heart is not the kind of mystical and superstitious belief often associated with worldly superstitions. Upholding the strict discipline of his teacher, Feng Zikai harshly criticizes those who fake compassion and righteousness in the Buddhist community, mocks those who believe that simply believing in Buddhism can ward off misfortune, and declares: "I have no regard for them."