Chapter 1000

Chapter 1000: The Lighthouse of the Buddhist Sect

Blue Star Xia calendar is 11,300 years old, Qiyuan Star.

Hui Ming traveled to Mahayana Star and gained a lot. After returning to Qiyuan Star, he spoke with many people in the field of science and basically established the direction for the technological development of Buddhism.

Buddhism will not put all its eggs in one basket. Hui Ming decided that Buddhism would develop in several directions at once. For example, on Qiyuan Star, they would follow the old path of Blue Star, focusing on scientific development and using Blue Star as a template.

On other Buddhist planets, they can develop freely, stick to an independent path, find new ways, or combine efforts like Qiyuan Star.

Overall, the technological development paths of Buddhist planets are no longer unified but are based on their own situations to formulate strategies. In a way, this also represents a flourishing scene where many ideas compete, which cannot be deemed wrong.

Of course, imitative development is the fastest. Even though Buddhism has lost all territory in Tianbei Star Domain, it has been gradually infiltrating the Heavenly Court’s influence.

They continuously spread Buddha Seed across various planets in the Heavenly Court. Although 99 percent may fail, there will always be some successes. Both sides are doing this, and significant movements can’t hide from each other.

Therefore, Qiyuan Star remains the strongest planet in technological strength for Buddhism. Just like Blue Star, they actively explore the universe with technology, launching numerous spaceships and probes to search for life planets.

Naturally, Qiyuan Star has also become a lighthouse for Buddhism, shining over its world. More and more Buddhist planets are sending people to Qiyuan Star to learn, taking away the seeds of technological civilization.

"More than five hundred years ago, our Qiyuan Star sent thirty-six Bodhisattvas and eight hundred and four Arhats to battle in the Tianbei Star Domain. In the end, we suffered a painful victory, returning with only thirteen Bodhisattvas and three hundred and two Arhats, with over half lost. Now, after five hundred years, our Qiyuan Star has fully recovered its glory, with forty-seven Bodhisattvas and nine hundred and two Arhats…"

"The turmoil in thoughts brought by technological civilization is something we in the Buddhist community cannot avoid. Therefore, we learn from the historical lessons of the Buddhist community in the Tianbei Star Domain and make changes, defining our territory: within the temple’s gates is the realm of Buddhism, outside the gates belongs to the secular world, where secular laws are practiced. We do not seek a union of church and state…"

"Ideas are extremely important, and we have removed unfavorable elements from our textbooks about Buddhism…"

"The source of our disciples comes from a modern education system that selects talent. Ordinary people are not focused on Buddhist teachings, but on opportunities for advancement. We must emphasize material development; all ideas are rooted in material reality…"

"We must redefine Buddhist teachings. Buddhism is not an empty dream; it must be based on material foundations. Buddhist teachings should also change with the times. In simple terms, Buddhism is one path among many, and Buddhist principles are also a form of public opinion…"

In a conference room on Qiyuan Star, a high monk is lecturing other high-ranking officials from different planets who have come to study at Qiyuan Star. Some conclusions seem groundbreaking to these officials.

Many people turned their attention to Hui Ming nearby, but Hui Ming just smiled in response and did not argue back. This was his suggestion in the first place, and this reaction from the crowd was something he had seen before.

In Hui Ming’s view, for Buddhism to develop technology, the primary task is to liberate thoughts. Without free thinking, everything else is a waste and has no purpose.

After the lecture, many high-ranking figures in the Buddhist community gathered around Hui Ming to discuss, and Hui Ming answered one by one. Regardless of whether they agreed or disagreed, he stood by his views and presented facts as evidence, showing that Qiyuan Star has indeed gained greatly from technological development.

As productivity developed, ordinary people no longer competed with cultivators for resources. The resources for cultivators became more abundant, and a scientific and reasonable nurturing system made it easier to discover the talents of cultivators. All of this is the fundamental guarantee for the prosperity of Qiyuan Star.

After a whole day of events, Hui Ming returned to his home. Two True Buddhas were already waiting for him. Hui Ming bowed to them; they were both his ancestral masters.

"Hui Ming, there is news from Ling Star. From the Heavenly Court, the Tianxing Star Domain has sent someone to discuss with Blue Star. The Tianxing Star Domain also wants to introduce technological civilization. What do you think?"

"It is the trend of the times, Master. Everyone has seen the power of technology. In future interstellar wars, we will need Space Battleships. Now everyone is gathering strength to develop."

"Yes, I didn’t expect these technological weapons to be so powerful. They directly changed the world of cultivators. No one can avoid these things. So, I ask you, if we start a huge war again, can we win?"

"No, Master."

"So certain?"

"Yes, our level of technology is still not as good as Blue Star. If we go to war, we will undoubtedly lose."

"Then if we keep developing like this, can we win?"

"Master, I speak honestly. I can only say there is a chance. Technology is a huge topic, and we are working hard to catch up. In the future, we might not lose to Blue Star. However, I believe that if we go to war, we can strike against the demon race and the Demon Domain, creating a powerful effect…"

Hui Ming continued speaking. He had thought it through long ago. He understood very well the gap between the technology of the Buddha’s teachings and that of Blue Star. This is not something that can be surpassed in a few hundred years; it must be extended to thousands or even tens of thousands of years. In the future, the competition in technological strength will also depend on overall strength.

For example, my Space Battleship might be weaker than yours, but as long as there is not a significant technology gap, I can make up for it with numbers. This requires a vast territory and abundant resources.

Therefore, capturing the territory of the demon race or the Demon Domain is very important. This way, they will have enough land, enough population, and a market, which can also lead to the emergence of a more advanced technological civilization.

The foundation of a technological civilization is industry, and industry is closely linked to the market. The market is needed to stimulate the development of industry and guide its growth. Hui Ming explained this relationship very clearly.

The two true Buddhas exchanged a glance. They were convinced by Hui Ming’s theory. Hui Ming had researched this deeply, and it was an important reference for them. Now, Hui Ming suggested avoiding the Heavenly Court and focusing on the territories of the demon race and the Demon Domain, which greatly shocked them.

"Hui Ming, do you know how important you are right now? Even the Buddha Master pays a lot of attention to you. What you said could change the entire strategy of the Buddha’s teachings."

One true Buddha spoke up. The strategy of the Buddha’s teachings had always been to prioritize attacking the Heavenly Court because the Heavenly Court is very powerful and regarded as their greatest opponent.

In fact, the Buddha’s teachings had been suppressing the Heavenly Court until the last few thousand years when Blue Star appeared, causing the Buddha’s teachings to suffer a setback. However, it wasn’t a complete defeat. Although they recently lost the Tianbei Star Domain, they have taken over the Tianyuan Star Domain, and their biggest loss was only during the Tiannan Star Domain conflict.

"Master, I know everything you said. Recently, many planets’ Buddhist temples have come to learn, as it is the will of the Buddha Master. I take responsibility for my own words, and this is also a very good suggestion. When two tigers fight, one will surely be hurt. The Buddhist temple and the Heavenly Court are in conflict, and no matter who wins, it will be a painful victory. The demon race and the demon race have been closer due to our relationship with the Heavenly Court over the years. We must also guard against the possibility of someone taking advantage of the fight."

"I will convey your words to the Buddha Master, but the specific strategies will be decided by the Buddha Master. Your current task is to help various planets establish technological civilizations to strengthen our Buddhist temple’s power."

"Yes, Master."

Hui Ming nodded in agreement. His task was indeed these things. He had not yet undergone Transmigration because he wanted to oversee the situation on Qiyuan Star. Without his support, the technological development of the Buddhist temple would still face many challenges.